Brain stroke treatment

John Coletti / Getty Images Type of Strokes There are several different types of strokes. They are categorized based on their cause and by the region of the brain that is affected. Treatment and prevention are determined by the cause, while stroke rehabilitation is directed to regaining skills that were impaired by the stroke and maximizing self-care. • Smoking: Smoking damages the inner lining of the blood vessels throughout the body, contributing to atherosclerosis. • Obesity, physical inactivity: Physical inactivity increases the risk of obesity. Physical inactivity and obesity each increase the risk of unhealthy cholesterol levels, hypertension, and diabetes. • High blood pressure: Hypertension is harmful to blood vessels, and it contributes to High blood pressure leads to carotid artery disease and • Carotid artery disease: Buildup of plaque and narrowing of the carotid arteries on each side of the neck can lead to a stroke. • Heart disease: Heart disease, including arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythm), valve disease, and • Diabetes: • High cholesterol: Atherosclerosis is associated with high levels of • History of TIAs: If you have had one or more TIA, you are at a high risk of having a stroke. It is important to have an assessment of stroke risk factors and to get treatment if you have ever had a TIA. • History of stroke: Having a stroke is associated with an increased risk of having another stroke. This risk can be reduced by getting treatment for your stroke risk f...