New Thinking About Post-Stroke Rehabilitation

Preparing the brain to form new connections may help patients recover lost functions faster and better than repetitive exercises alone.

Published: March 21, 2023 Updated: March 27, 2023

p6_DBS-standard-approach_HA2304_CC copy — Courtesy of Cleveland Clinic Art & Photo Phase 1 clinical trials of deep brain stimulation (DBS)suggest the technique used to halt tremors may help restore function in arms paralyzed by stroke. Cleveland Clinic will begin phase 2 trials of DBS this year.

In a split second, a stroke can change everything. Whether the flow of oxygen to your brain stops or a blood vessel in your head bursts, brain tissue will die. If you survive the stroke, there’s a good chance you’ll experience some degree of impairment.