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by Louis R. Caplan (Author)
Important terms appear in bold and are defined on the page at first mention. True patient stories are included and shed light on human dimensions of stroke rehab. Covers themes that are often overlooked including the effect of strokes on the family and the community. New to this Edition: New chapter on stroke in children and young adults. More material on obesity and stroke, metabolic syndromes, imaging, and the benefits of physical activity. New chapter on treatments to prevent stroke and recurrent strokes. Expanded data on recovery from stroke Expanded information on what to expect after stroke.
Author Biography
Louis R. Caplan, MD, FAAN, is Professor of Neurology at Harvard University and Senior Neurologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston. He has written or edited forty books, including Stroke and The Effective Clinical Neurologist.
