STROKE, ACUTE

This study tested a new way of caring for stroke patients that brings together doctors, nurses, and family members using technology and teamwork. About 1,200 adults who had a stroke took part. The goal was to see if this coordinated approach improves quality of life and reduces d…

This study looked at whether using a CPAP machine to treat sleep apnea in people who recently had a stroke could improve heart health. Researchers measured changes in heart size and blood markers over a year. The goal was to see if treating sleep apnea could lower the risk of fut…

This study tested whether a gentle magnetic pulse to the brain (called rTMS) could reduce damage and disability in people who had a stroke within the last 48 hours. Sixty adults with moderate to severe stroke symptoms took part. The goal was to see if this treatment could shrink …

This study looked at whether raising the head after a procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain helps people recover better. Over 1,300 adults who had a major stroke were included. Researchers measured disability levels 90 days later to see if head position made a difference.

This study tested if a brief, repeated clamping of a blood vessel (called ischemic postconditioning) right after stroke treatment could help patients recover better. 60 adults with acute stroke who were already getting a clot-removal procedure took part. Half received the extra c…

This study tested a robotic system called Harmony SHR to help people who had a stroke and have trouble using their arms. The robot guided arm movements to improve strength and coordination. The study included 21 patients in a rehab hospital and checked if the robot was safe and e…

This study looked at whether starting more frequent or intense physical therapy within 24 hours of a stroke helps patients regain movement and balance. 102 adults with acute stroke were split into groups receiving standard care, more sessions, harder exercises, or both. The goal …

This study looked at whether starting gentle movement exercises soon after a stroke can help patients regain daily living skills, reduce anxiety and depression, and improve overall quality of life. Researchers studied 102 adults with acute stroke who were stable enough to move. T…

This study tested whether a 40-hour, 8-week cognitive telerehabilitation program done at home could reduce the risk of long-term thinking problems after a stroke. 86 adults who had a recent stroke took part. The treatment group did the home program, while the control group receiv…

This study tested whether listening to rhythmic music before walking practice helps stroke patients with balance and weight shifting. 27 participants took part in this small feasibility trial to see if the approach works in real rehab settings. The goal is to gather data for a la…

This study tested whether a wearable robot called Ekso helps people who recently had a stroke improve their walking and balance faster than standard physical therapy. Forty adults at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital took part. The robot supports the legs so patients can practice…

This study examined why some people still have ischemic strokes while taking blood thinners called NOACs. Researchers looked at 91 Chinese patients with atrial fibrillation to understand causes and how well they followed their medication plan. The goal was to find preventable fac…

This study looked at 120 adults with acute ischemic stroke to see if the bacteria in their gut influenced their recovery. Researchers analyzed stool samples and brain scans, tracking disability over 6 months. The goal was to understand how gut microbes relate to stroke severity a…

This study looked at 308 Chinese adults with atrial fibrillation who had been taking blood thinners (NOACs) for at least 3 months. Researchers measured the amount of medication in their blood before and after taking a dose. The goal was to establish normal reference ranges for th…

This study looked at how often people have vision problems after a stroke. Researchers checked 127 stroke patients' eyesight in the hospital and again 3 months later. The goal was to learn more about these vision issues and find better ways to spot them.

This study followed 282 first-time stroke patients for 6 months to see how well they stuck with their motor function exercises. Researchers used a special model to identify different patterns of compliance and what biological, psychological, and social factors might predict them.…

This study tested ways to help people in Flint, Michigan get faster treatment for stroke. Researchers worked with hospitals and the community to improve care. Nearly 6,000 stroke patients took part. The goal was to see if these efforts increased the use of clot-busting drugs and …

This study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system could help doctors provide better care for people having a severe stroke. Over 1,200 patients who needed a procedure to remove a blood clot took part. The AI gave doctors real-time feedback to improve treatment qual…

This study tested whether using Frenzel lenses (special goggles) and a checklist helps emergency doctors better detect nystagmus—an involuntary eye movement—in 120 patients with sudden dizziness or vertigo. The goal was to see if these tools improve diagnosis of serious causes li…

This study looked at how small blood vessels in the brain change after a stroke caused by small vessel disease. Researchers used a special 3D X-ray technique to take detailed pictures of these vessels. The goal was to learn more about the disease process, which could help guide f…