Restore Your Life After Stroke
Understanding Stroke Recovery
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. This can result in a variety of symptoms, depending on which part of the brain is affected, and can lead to long-term neurological damage. Effective stroke recovery involves not just managing symptoms but addressing the underlying neurological dysfunction.
Common Symptoms of Stroke Include:
Sudden Numbness or Weakness: Particularly in the face, arm, or leg, often on one side of the body.
Difficulty Speaking or Understanding Speech: Slurred speech or difficulty comprehending.
Vision Problems: Blurred or blackened vision in one or both eyes.
Loss of Balance or Coordination: Difficulty walking, dizziness, or lack of coordination.
Severe Headache: A sudden, severe headache with no known cause.
Our Unique Approach to Stroke Recovery
Combining Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Functional Neurological Rehabilitation
At Neuro Care, we offer a comprehensive, dual-modality approach to stroke recovery that combines Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) with Functional Neurological Rehabilitation. This combination is designed to address both the immediate and long-term effects of a stroke, promoting brain recovery and improving overall quality of life.
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
Strokes often result in reduced oxygen supply to the brain, which can cause extensive damage to brain cells and prolong recovery time. HBOT involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurised chamber, which significantly increases oxygen levels in the bloodstream. This heightened oxygenation offers several benefits for stroke recovery:
Reduces Inflammation: Enhanced oxygen supply helps reduce brain inflammation, which is essential for minimising stroke-related damage.
Promotes Brain Tissue Healing: Increased oxygen levels accelerate the repair of damaged brain tissues, supporting faster recovery.
Supports Neuroplasticity: HBOT boosts neuroplasticity, enabling the brain to form new neural pathways that can compensate for damaged areas, aiding in the recovery of lost functions.
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Functional Neurological Rehabilitation
Strokes often cause significant disruption to the brain's normal functioning, affecting motor skills, speech, cognitive abilities, and autonomic regulation (such as heart rate and blood pressure control). Our Functional Neurological Rehabilitation programme is specifically designed to:
Enhance Neuroplasticity: Our exercises stimulate neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to reorganise and form new neural connections. This is critical for regaining lost motor and cognitive functions.
Restore Motor Skills and Coordination: Tailored exercises help improve balance, coordination, strength, and mobility, addressing the specific deficits caused by the stroke.
Stabilise Autonomic Functions: Stroke can lead to autonomic dysregulation, causing symptoms like dizziness and fatigue. Our rehabilitation techniques focus on restoring these functions to alleviate symptoms and support a smoother recovery.
Why This Combined Approach Works
By integrating HBOT with Functional Neurological Rehabilitation, we offer a comprehensive treatment strategy that targets both the immediate and longer-term consequences of stroke. This dual approach not only enhances recovery but also reduces the risk of future complications, providing patients with a sustainable path to improved function and quality of life.
Research Findings
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
Study: "Efficacy and Safety of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" (2023) - The study concluded that HBOT significantly improves functional outcomes in stroke patients.
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Functional Neurological Rehabilitation
Study: "Stroke Rehabilitation: Systematic Review and Evidence-Based Guidelines" (2021) - This study provides evidence supporting the use of structured neurological rehabilitation to improve motor and cognitive outcomes in stroke patients.
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Take the Next Step Toward Stroke Recovery
Regain control of your life with our innovative therapies. Discover how our unique combination of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Functional Neurological Rehabilitation can help you on your road to recovery. Schedule a consultation today to explore your personalised treatment options.