Directory of Stroke Resources

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A sudden loss of brain function caused by a blocked or ruptured blood vessel. Symptoms can include loss of muscular control, reduction or loss of sensation or consciousness, dizziness and slurred speech. Also called cerebrovascular accident (CVA).

Subcategories

• Aphasia
• Support Groups

Resources in This Category

• Cerebellar Stroke Survivors

  http://www.stroke-survivors.co.uk/
  Site maintained by cerebellar stroke survivor. Information relevant to all stroke patients, glossary, personal stories and discussion board.

• Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland CHSS

  http://www.chss.org.uk/
  Medical charity involved in research, provision of advice and information, and support in the community. Site contains details of charity's activities.

• Different Strokes

  http://www.differentstrokes.co.uk/
  A Charity set up by younger stroke survivors for younger stroke survivors (below retirement age). Includes practical information, regional support groups, newsletters, message board and survivors stories.

• HemiHelp

  http://www.hemihelp.org.uk/
  Registered charity providing information and support for children and young people with hemiplegia. Site contains newsletters, helpline, email support service, message board, practical information leaflets and details of workshops.

• NICHS

  http://www.nichs.org.uk/
  Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke Association. Contains stroke and healthy living information along with details of fundraising activities.

• Physiotherapy For Strokes

  http://www.physiotherapy-for-strokes.co.uk/
  Information on the role of physiotherapy in the treatment of strokes. How to access specialist physiotherapists.

• Stroke - NHS Direct

  http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/stroke/Pages/Strokehome.aspx
  Detailed patient orientated information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of strokes.

• The Stroke Association

  http://www.stroke.org.uk/
  Provides information for patients and carers. Funds research. Leaflets can be ordered but are not available online.

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