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Stroke and Brain Injury RehabilitationPeople who have suffered a stroke or traumatic brain injury need care both in the short- and long-term. Stroke and brain injury rehabilitation can be included as part of an overall treatment plan to help speed recovery as well as improve your qualit...
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Left Atrial Appendage Closure DevicesSome people with heart disease may be at a higher risk for stroke because they cannot be on blood thinners. Many times, especially in people with atrial fibrillation, stroke occurs because of clots that form in the left atrial appendage (LAA) – a sm...
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NeurorehabilitationRecovering physical, mental and functional strength after a stroke, spine or brain injury, or brain cancer can be a significant challenge. The first few weeks after injury are critically important to recovery. Our expert neurorehabilitation team hel...
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Vascular Disease ScreeningAn estimated 20 million to 30 million Americans are at risk for various vascular diseases, including stroke, peripheral arterial disease, carotid artery disease and aortic aneurysms. These nonheart-related vascular diseases cause as much death and d...
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Vagus Nerve StimulationThe vagus nerve is 1 of 12 pairs of cranial nerves that connect the brain to different parts of the body. You have one vagus nerve on each side of the body, running from the brainstem, through the neck and into the abdomen. It serves as the main com...
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RehabilitationRehabilitation is a key component of recovery for those with injuries or conditions that affect mobility, function or speech. At The University of Kansas Health System, we offer a complete range of rehabilitation services. Our programs provide compr...
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Outpatient RehabilitationOutpatient rehabilitation is a key component of recovery for those with injuries or conditions that affect mobility, function or speech. At The University of Kansas Health System, we offer a complete range of outpatient rehabilitation services. Our...
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Vascular SurgeryThe vascular system supplies blood throughout the body and comprises veins, arteries and lymph nodes. When someone experiences a health condition that degrades or impairs the vascular system’s ability to circulate blood, vascular surgery may be requ...
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Angioplasty and StentingAngioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to open blocked heart arteries. Stenting refers to wire meshes inserted into arteries to prevent future narrowing. Both are performed with small wire catheters that allow doctors to widen and clear...
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Occupational TherapyOccupational therapy helps people overcome physical, emotional and social challenges from injury, illness or disability that negatively impact their daily living. Your therapist will customize interventions to help you meet your goals and return to a...