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Neurogenic bladder

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The normal task of the urinary bladder is to discharge and store urine in a controlled and coordinated manner.This activity is regulated by the central and peripheral nervous systems. Neurogenic bladder is a condition in which any damage with the nervous system affect the bladder and urination. People suffered with neurogenic bladder loss control of their bladder which prevents the bladder from emptying properly. Symptoms Neurogenic bladder symptoms range from detrusor underactivity to overactivity depending on the damage with the nervous system. The urinary sphincter also may be affected, resulting in sphincter underactivity or overactivity and loss of sphincter coordination with bladder function. Urinating in small amounts, but frequently (eight times or more per day). Problems urinating and fully emptying the bladder. Urgency to urinate. Loss of bladder control. Symptoms of an underactive bladder include: Bladder filling beyond normal capa...

Things to know about Stroke Rehabilitation

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What Is Stroke? A stroke occurs when brain loses supply of blood by either a block or burst artery.Since brain cells cannot survive without oxygen, the lack of oxygen-rich blood causes brain damage which results in stroke side effects.There are many side effects after stroke. Some of the most common ones are: Impaired movement or paralysis on one side of the body Spasticity (stiff, tight muscles) Aphasia (difficulty speaking) Foot drop (difficulty lifting the foot) What is stroke rehabilitation? After treatment for stroke in hospital, many patients still have problems with mental, speech and physical functions. Rehabilitation helps the patient to overcome these problems. Rehabilitation programs helps patients to regain lost skills, relearn tasks and work to be independent again. It helps the brain to recover. Sometimes major neurological deficits do not improve, the patients functioning can improve as they learn ways to compensate for their problems. Factor...

What is Neurological physical therapy?

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Physical therapy is very important for patients who have neurological injuries or illnesses.Without physical therapy patients may be unable to perform certain activities, may lose their independence, or may lose many functions. Decreased activity can cause many other health problems such as heart problems, diabetes and lung problems. Neuro Rehab gives care for patients with neurological injuries or illnesses. The Rehab team works with primary care and other physicians to manage neurological conditions. As a result, patients experience fine coordinated care for any kind of neurological disorder. Neurological disorders can cause problems with: Movement Speech Learning Breathing Swallowing These disorders can also affect mood, senses, and memory. Neurological physiotherapy is a discipline focused on working with individuals who have a neurological injuries or illnesses.A neurologic physical therapist specializes in the evaluation and treatment of indivi...