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71Things that happen to your body right before a stroke
Stroke is a term used in medicine to describe an event in which brain cells are deprived of its circulatory support, either temporary or permanently, thus leading to brain cell damage.
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76Building a Flintlock: The Basics
My recollections of building a Tennesse Flintlock Longrifle.
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73What is CVA or Cerebrovascular Accident? The Different Types of Stroke and How They May Occur
Cerebrovascular accident or CVA, commonly known as stroke, is a serious medical condition affecting the brain. When it hits a patient, he or she may suffer with weakness, paralysis, or death. The different types of stroke vary on the degree and characteristic of brain damage.
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62Cerebellar Stroke
Blood is supplied to the brain by four arteries: The Carotid arteries and the Vertebral arteries.The Carotid Arteries run up the side of the neck and supply the Cerebral Hemispheres, and the Vertebral Arteries run alongside the spinal column and...
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72U.S. Aircraft Carriers in The Gulf War
U.S. aircraft carriers made a huge impact for the U.S. offense during the Gulf War. Four out of 6 carriers received naval honors for their duty in the Gulf War.
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74The Social, Emotional, financial and Physical Effects of a 'Stroke', CVA Cerebrovascular Accident
The aim of this hub is to investigate some of the effects a stroke may have on an individual, and the impact it may have on the person's life. Having worked within care settings for a number of years, I feel that I am familiar with some of the...
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53Foot Drop
1.) Definition Foot drop is a condtion in which the muscles that control the foot and ankle are not responding normally. This means that a person can drag their toes when they walk and their is usually higher incidence of tripping or falls....
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63STROKE DAMAGE
When a person suffers a cerebrovascular accident the brain suffers damage due to a lack of blood flow which equals a lack of oxygen in the brain. This can cause a condition known as aphasia. Aphasia comes in...
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77Stroke Symptoms and Treatment
Strokes are the third major cause of death in after heart disease and cancer. The risk of developing a stroke is higher in those who smoke, have high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels in their blood, are...
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86Carotid Stenting Procedure: What You Should Know
This article is concerning not only carotid disease but also the risk involved, such as stroke, and the procedure used to clear blockages of plaque from the carotid arteries that lead into the brain. Carotid Artery Disease is similar to coronary...
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