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Diagnoses and symptoms

Stroke

A series of photos of Ottobock products serving as mobility solutions to those who experienced strokes
A series of photos of Ottobock products serving as mobility solutions to those who experienced strokes
A series of photos of Ottobock products serving as mobility solutions to those who experienced strokes
Summary

Frequency, symptoms and rehabilitation

In about 79 per cent of all cases, a stroke is caused by the blockage of a blood vessel that supplies the brain, for example, due to a blood clot. This leads to insufficient blood circulation.

Almost 13 per cent of patients are affected in precisely the opposite manner due to damaged vessels and the like, namely a haemorrhage in the brain. In either case, the supply of blood to certain regions of the brain is no longer sufficient due to a local circulatory disorder.

Frequency

Frequency

Strokes are one of the leading causes of long-term disability, with more than 795,000 people in the United States experiencing a stroke each year, 76% of those being first-time cases. More than half of stroke survivors aged 65 and over have reduced mobility as a result.

Symptoms

Symptoms

The symptoms of a stroke and their severity can vary considerably between individuals. They include:

  • Impaired vision

  • Limited field of vision

  • Disturbances in spatial perception, double vision

  • Speech and speech comprehension disorders

  • Paralysis, numbness

  • Impaired sense of touch

  • Drooping at the corner of the mouth – the leg and arm may exhibit similar symptoms (e.g. drop foot and drop hand)

  • Shoulder pain

  • Unstable knee joint function while standing

  • Torso instability

  • Dizziness with uncertain gait

  • Spasticity in various forms and degrees of severity

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation

Research suggests starting rehabilitation within the first two weeks of stroke is beneficial to patients. Please visit the American Stroke Association's website for a comprehensive look at rehabilitation and life after stroke.

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Solutions

Ottobock product solutions for stroke

Our comprehensive suite of stroke solutions, coupled with our commitment to innovation, is redefining the path to rehabilitation, providing therapists better tools, care, and better outcomes for their patients — from head to toe. Please note that the illustrated products represent treatment example. A detailed examination from your therapist and O&P professional will help determine the most suitable treatment.

Ottobock orthotics and supports

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