Strokes
Stroke Overview
Strokes occur when the blood supply to the brain is restricted or blocked. Stroke symptoms can be life-altering. A Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates’ (CONA) neurovascular specialist’s customized treatment plan reduces symptoms as much as possible.
Symptoms & Risk Factors
Stroke symptoms include:
- Difficulty walking
- Face, leg, or arm numbness or paralysis
- Headaches
- Speech difficulties
- Vision problems
Stroke risk factors are:
- Diabetes
- Family history
- High cholesterol
- Hypertension
- Overweight or obese
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Tobacco use
Common Treatments:
A CONA neurovascular specialist prescribes medications and therapies to reduce symptoms as much as possible.