Category: Stroke Rehabilitation
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An Overview of Stroke in Ayurveda: Causes and Treatments
Stroke, a medical condition characterized by a sudden loss of brain function, occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. There are two primary types of stroke: ischemic, resulting from reduced blood flow due to blockage, and hemorrhagic, caused by the rupture of a blood vessel. This Blog an overview of stroke in…
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Ayurvedic Stroke Rehabilitation – Insights by Dr. M.R. Vasudevan Namboothiri
In his enlightening explanation, Dr. M.R. Vasudevan Namboothiri reveals that a stroke is a devastating tragedy that abruptly disrupts one’s life. Both the patient and their family are left uncertain about how to move forward. Fortunately, some individuals receive early and appropriate treatment, enabling them to avoid major problems. For most people, proper treatment, care,…
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The Role of Ayurveda in Post-Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
Cerebrovascular accidents or Stroke happens when a blood vessel supplying the brain bursts or becomes blocked- restricting brain cells of oxygen, and leading to permanent damage. Brain cells starved of oxygen start to die within seconds when there is a sudden drop in blood flow to a particular region of the brain. While many strokes…