Regaining Independence http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/EmotionalBehavioralChallenges/Emotional-and-Behavioral-Challenges-After-Stroke_UCM_308549_SubHomePage.jsp After a stroke, people often experience emotional and behavioral changes. Learn how to maximize your recovery. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:18:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/EmotionalBehavioralChallenges/Emotional-and-Behavioral-Challenges-After-Stroke_UCM_308549_SubHomePage.jsp 2013-03-28T16:18:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/HomeModifications/Home-Modifications-for-Stroke-Survivors_UCM_311015_Article.jsp Following are helpful articles to guide in assessing and implementing modifications that may be helpful for your household if a loved one has had a stroke. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:05:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/HomeModifications/Home-Modifications-for-Stroke-Survivors_UCM_311015_Article.jsp 2013-03-28T16:05:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/Driving/Driving-After-Stroke_UCM_311016_Article.jsp Driving is often a major concern after someone has a stroke. Before you drive again, think carefully about how these changes may affect your safety and that of your family and others. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:03:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/Driving/Driving-After-Stroke_UCM_311016_Article.jsp 2013-03-28T16:03:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Physical-Challenges-After-Stroke_UCM_308548_SubHomePage.jsp Find tips on making the most of your post-stroke recovery including language issues, fatigue and how to become more independent. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 20:52:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Physical-Challenges-After-Stroke_UCM_308548_SubHomePage.jsp 2013-03-19T20:52:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/Regaining-Independence-After-Stroke_UCM_308547_SubHomePage.jsp Find tips for daily living, what to expect in rehab, how to deal with an array of challenges after stroke and much more. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:29:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/Regaining-Independence-After-Stroke_UCM_308547_SubHomePage.jsp 2013-03-19T15:29:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/EmotionalBehavioralChallenges/Emotional-and-Behavioral-Conditions-After-Stroke_UCM_312670_Article.jsp Read articles discussing the impacts of emotional and behavioral changes following a stroke. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:11:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/EmotionalBehavioralChallenges/Emotional-and-Behavioral-Conditions-After-Stroke_UCM_312670_Article.jsp 2013-02-25T19:11:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/CommunicationChallenges/Conditions-Impacting-Communication-After-Stroke_UCM_310071_Article.jsp Learn the different conditions that can impact communication after a stroke. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:38:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/CommunicationChallenges/Conditions-Impacting-Communication-After-Stroke_UCM_310071_Article.jsp 2013-02-25T16:38:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Conditions-Impacting-Physical-Abilities-After-Stroke_UCM_312944_Article.jsp Coping with and recovering from various physical conditions caused by stroke. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:08:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Conditions-Impacting-Physical-Abilities-After-Stroke_UCM_312944_Article.jsp 2013-02-25T16:08:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Constraint-Induced-Movement-Therapy_UCM_309798_Article.jsp Constraint-Induced Therapy for stroke patients forces the use of the affected side by restraining the unaffected side Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:13:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Constraint-Induced-Movement-Therapy_UCM_309798_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T22:13:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Post-Stroke-Rehabilitation_UCM_310447_Article.jsp Post-stroke rehabilitation can help maximize your recovery. Learn how. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:09:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Post-Stroke-Rehabilitation_UCM_310447_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T22:09:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Weight-Training-After-Stroke_UCM_309780_Article.jsp Learn how weight training after a stroke can help you. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:07:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Weight-Training-After-Stroke_UCM_309780_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T22:07:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/A-Toe-Curling-Experience---Claw-Toe-and-Hammertoe-After-Stroke_UCM_309774_Article.jsp Claw toe, and a similar post-stroke condition called “hammertoe,” are caused by an imbalance of muscles in the feet and toes. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:30:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/A-Toe-Curling-Experience---Claw-Toe-and-Hammertoe-After-Stroke_UCM_309774_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T20:30:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Keeping-Your-Balance-After-Stroke_UCM_309772_Article.jsp Balance issues can crop up after a stroke. Sometimes therapy can help. Learn more. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:11:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Keeping-Your-Balance-After-Stroke_UCM_309772_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T20:11:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Psychological-Impact-of-CPS_UCM_309886_Article.jsp In addition to the physical pain caused by misfiring neurons, centrail pain syndrome also has a psychological component. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:57:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Psychological-Impact-of-CPS_UCM_309886_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T19:57:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Syndrome-Patient-Doctor-Disconnect_UCM_309899_Article.jsp Learny why central pain syndrome following a stroke is so difficult to treat. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:52:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Syndrome-Patient-Doctor-Disconnect_UCM_309899_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T19:52:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Syndrome-Treatment_UCM_309892_Article.jsp Treatment for central pain syndrome (CPS) has varying degrees of success. Some are able to manage it with medications. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:39:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Syndrome-Treatment_UCM_309892_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T19:39:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Resources_UCM_309888_Article.jsp Resources for stroke survivors experiencing central pain. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:31:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Resources_UCM_309888_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T19:31:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Explained_UCM_309885_Article.jsp Learn about central pain syndrome - a chronic condition caused by injury to the central nervous system. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:25:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Explained_UCM_309885_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T19:25:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Syndrome-When-the-Pain-Never-Goes-Away_UCM_309775_Article.jsp Stroke survivors sometimes must deal with central pain syndrome, a very real pain that is hard to treat. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:24:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/PhysicalChallenges/Central-Pain-Syndrome-When-the-Pain-Never-Goes-Away_UCM_309775_Article.jsp 2013-01-14T19:24:00Z http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/CommunicationChallenges/From-Singing-to-Speaking-Its-Amazing-To-See_UCM_310600_Article.jsp Often stroke survivors with aphasia cannot produce meaningful speech, but they can sing. A speech therapist and two neuroscientists developed a program that helps people in this situation learn to speak again. Fri, 04 Jan 2013 16:59:00 GMT http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/LifeAfterStroke/RegainingIndependence/CommunicationChallenges/From-Singing-to-Speaking-Its-Amazing-To-See_UCM_310600_Article.jsp 2013-01-04T16:59:00Z