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Heather and her family after stroke recovery

New Mom Recovers from Stroke After Birth of First Baby

Heather experienced every new mother's nightmare: a sudden stroke after birth. After visiting RIC, and her family's support, she now keeps up with her son.

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Ryan's Story: Surviving a Stroke at 20

Ryan survived a stroke when he was just 20. After months of therapy, he has made an incredible recovery. He has learned to walk and has improved hand function.

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Adjusting to an Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital

Rehabilitation services are delivered by a multidisciplinary treatment team. This means that you will have contact with a number of rehabilitation professionals during your stay.
All medical care is coordinated by an attending physiatrist (doctor specializing in rehabilitation medicine).

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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Resources

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a nervous system disease that weakens muscles and impacts physical function.

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Stop Smoking - Cessation

This list of resources will aid people in how to stop smoking for better lung function and cardiac health.

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Safety Tips to Prevent Falls at Home

There are many things to help prevent falls in the home. This guide can assist in identifying potential risk factors and provide useful suggestions.

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VNS: Novel Treatment for Improving Arm & Hand Function Years After Ischemic Stroke

Learn more about vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) paired with rehabilitation - a novel treatment option for some people with long-term, moderate-to-severe arm impairment after ischemic stroke.

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Kyle's Journey with Locked-in Syndrome

Kyle's Journey with Locked-in Syndrome

At 30 years old, Kyle experienced a rare brainstem stroke causing a condition called locked-in syndrome. Although his cognitive abilities were completely intact, he was unable to move or talk.

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Heart Disease and Cardiovascular Resources for Patients and Families

Cardiovascular heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. You can greatly reduce your risk for heart disease through lifestyle changes and, in some cases, medicine. This listing includes resources for education, support, and research for heart disease, including LVAD info.

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National Caregiver Organizations

A caregiver can be a family member, partner, friend or paid home health care worker who provides daily care so that a person with a disability can continue to live at home .

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