Stroke is a medical emergency. Public awareness is the first step in a coordinated approach to stroke care.
Stroke prevention includes a comprehensive approach to prevention of first or recurrent transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke.
Hyperacute refers to care offered in the first 24 hours after stroke and the first 48 hours after Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
Acute stroke care refers to the key interventions involved in the assessment, treatment or management, and early recovery in the first days after stroke onset.
Time is Function: Stroke rehabilitation can be provided in all care settings and assists people to reach their optimal physical, cognitive, emotional, communicative, and/or social functioning.
Coordinated transitions to the community, including long-term care, following a stroke are essential to optimize quality of life.
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre admits more than 430 people with stroke and transient ischemic attack each year. Many people suddenly find themselves travelling along an unplanned journey as they recover from stroke. ...
The iWalk Toolkit was designed to promote an evidence-informed approach to using the 10-metre walk test and the 6-minute walk test post-stroke....
The first and second time Debbie Jackman had a stroke, a week apart, doctors told her that her sudden loss of speech and vision were probably due to migraines. Had they identified the true cause of her symptoms, the Edmonton resident might have been able to prevent a third, more damaging stroke in 2010....
Heart & Stroke, the Paramedic Services from the Northwestern Ontario (NWO), and Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre are teaming up to ensure that more lives are saved from the effects of stroke....
Healthcare providers interested in stroke care.
March of Dimes Canada - AFTER STROKE SERVICES
Erin Stacknick, MTA (Music Therapist Accredited)
By the Bay Music Therapy
This program will offer a fun, social gathering where stroke survivors of all abilities can join and family
caregivers are welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music
experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end!
Some of the activities to explore will include:
Warm-ups: vocal warm-ups, breathing exercises
Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and dynamics
Gentle Movement: line dancing, ASL signs, gait training, crossing mid-line
Instruments: Rhythm sticks, foot bells, drums and more
Expression: Songwriting, musical reminiscing, performance opportunities
Location: Thunder Bay 55+ Centre — Room to be announced closer to dates; 700 River Street
Cost: Free
Whether you would like to attend all sessions, one or a few, please contact
Todd for registering as seats are limited.
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Healthcare providers interested in stroke care.
Workshop Description: This one-day workshop provides an opportunity for health care professionals to gain insight into treating the individual with ataxia. Treating the individual with ataxia can often be a very challenging experience for the clinician. Perhaps this is because we have focused on addressing the clinical symptoms rather than the underlying impairments. This workshop will explore primary impairments present in the individual with ataxia, current theoretical evidence and treatment strategies using a NDT approach.
The overall objective of this workshop is to provide clinicians with knowledge and skills they can use in treating the individual with ataxia to promote positive functional outcomes.
Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course the participants will:
Gain knowledge of the current literature and how we use this information within the NDT Practice Model in
treating the individual with ataxia.
Identify major impairments interfering with normal movement and function in the individual with ataxia.
Demonstrate handling skills to address impairments in the individual with ataxia and work within functional
activities including activities in sitting, standing and gait.
Demonstrate an increased repertoire of evaluation and treatment strategies for the individual with ataxia.
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Healthcare providers interested in stroke care.
Thunder Bay Recreation and Leisure Opportunities - Kaitlyn Sawyer, City of Thunder Bay
Winter is upon us so please join us for an informative session with
Kaitlyn to learn about accessible, interesting, no cost/low cost ways to keep active throughout the City during these chilly months ahead!
Light refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with other survivors and caregivers will follow the session.
Healthcare providers interested in stroke care.
