A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off and brain cells are damaged or die.
A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) is an event, sometimes called a mini-stroke, with stroke symptoms that last less than 24 hours before disappearing. A simple symptom checklist to remember has been devised. This is to think of the word F.A.S.T.
- F - Facial weakness. Has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile?
- A - Arm weakness. Can the person raise both arms and keep them there?
- S - Speech disturbance. Is their speech slurred?
- T - Time. Time to call 999 if you see any single one of these signs.
Stroke changes lives. It can have a huge effect on you and your family. Good physiotherapy means good care, less disability and a better quality of life. Why suffer from Stroke related disability unnecessarily? Click here to find out how we can help you to recover or Call Us to arrange your assessment & treatment.