Overview

The types and degrees of disability that follow a stroke depend upon which area of the brain is damaged. Generally, strokes can cause five types of disabilities. This section contains information on each of them:

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An in-depth guide to stroke Stroke rehabilitation Types of stroke disability Types of stroke therapy

• Paralysis or problems controlling movement
• Sensory disturbances, including pain
• Aphasia, or problems using or understanding language
• Problems with thinking and memory
• Emotional disturbances

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