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Traveling With A Visual Impairment

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Everybody needs a vacation from time to time. A change of air, a different environment, meeting new people or simply taking time for yourself can really lift your spirits. Having a visual deficit does not mean the end of all travel! It is very much possible to plan a trip as long as you put...

July 27, 2016

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Driving After A Stroke Or Other Brain Injury

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Are you allowed to drive a car when you have suffered a stroke, a traumatic brain injury other neurological disease? Can you drive a car with a visual field defect? A person who suffered a stroke or traumatic brain injury might have to face many impediments when he/she wants to drive a car again. Balance...

June 29, 2016

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How Traumatic Brain Injury Leads To Neurological Vision Loss

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Traumatic brain injury, commonly referred to as TBI, refers to damage or destruction of brain tissue due to a blow or other injury to the head. These types of injuries are a major cause of death and disability among Americans, contributing to about 30% of all injury deaths.1 In fact, approximately 1.7 million people suffer from...

May 9, 2016

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Understanding Atrial Fibrillation And How You Can Treat It

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Understanding_AFib_Blog_Featured_Image.png Atrial fibrillation also known as AFib is a heart condition that is often discussed within the stroke community. Your cardiovascular health has a direct impact on the chances of having a stroke, but the risk is greater in people with AFib. In fact you are five times more likely to have a stroke if you have...

May 2, 2016

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The Hidden Visual Problems That Follow Traumatic Brain Injury

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Not unlike stroke, it’s common for visual problems resulting from Traumatic Brain Injuries to go unnoticed during the initial treatment of the injury. All too often, the visual side effects that accompany a brain injury are neglected because they may be hidden. This significantly complicates the survivor’s recovery, particularly in other areas of rehabilitation. Our...

March 15, 2016

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Risk Factors That Are Out Of Your Hands

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If you've been following our blog closely, then you know that we recently highlighted cholesterol as a significant risk factor for stroke and the different things you can do to help manage your levels. Nevertheless there are a number of risk factors that aren’t in your control – so what should you do about those? Everything from your medical...

March 11, 2016

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The Relationship Between Cholesterol And Your Risk For Stroke

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Every year, more than 795,000 Americans have a stroke, or brain attack according to The National Stroke Association. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to your brain is interrupted or reduced, and this can happen for a variety of reasons. One instance is when a blood clot blocks an artery or blood vessel, or when...

March 7, 2016

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9 Facts About Stroke And Loss Of Vision

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Following a stroke, you might experience difficulties with any number of things ranging from movement and balance to emotional changes and memory loss. Vision loss can also occur after a stroke, which may also have a significant effect on your daily life and overall recovery. Often times, vision issues may be overlooked following a stroke, either because...

February 10, 2016

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The Hidden Risk Factors For Stroke That Women Need To Know About

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According to The National Stroke Association, approximately 55,000 more women than men will suffer from a stroke this year. Although there are common risk factors that everyone should be aware of, there are risk factors that are unique to women. The fact that an estimated 100,000 U.S. women under 65 will have a stroke this year...

February 3, 2016

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What To Do When Your Loved One Has Vision Loss After A Stroke?

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Being a caregiver for a friend or loved one who has recently suffered a stroke is not a task to be taken lightly. Strokes can occur suddenly but the recovery period can be long and drawn out for many patients. For those in recovery, having a good caregiver can make a huge difference in the...

November 18, 2015

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Traveling With A Visual Impairment

Driving After A Stroke Or Other Brain Injury

How Traumatic Brain Injury Leads To Neurological Vision Loss

Understanding Atrial Fibrillation And How You Can Treat It

The Hidden Visual Problems That Follow Traumatic Brain Injury

Risk Factors That Are Out Of Your Hands

The Relationship Between Cholesterol And Your Risk For Stroke

9 Facts About Stroke And Loss Of Vision

The Hidden Risk Factors For Stroke That Women Need To Know About

What To Do When Your Loved One Has Vision Loss After A Stroke?

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