Stroke

Are you looking for information about stroke? This page is the place to start.

We have patient information fact sheets on stroke and TIA (transient ischaemic attack), both of which are available to download for free, as well as related resources on subarachnoid haemorrhage, speech and communication problems and paralysis.

Stroke fact sheet and related resources


This free fact sheet provides information on strokes for patients and carers.

TIA fact sheet


This free fact sheet provides information for patients and carers on transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs). TIAs are linked to stroke and are sometimes referred to as mini strokes.

Spinal strokes fact sheet



Subarachnoid haemorrhage information


Some people have haemorrhagic strokes (strokes caused by bleeds) because they have aneurysms (balloon-like swellings in the arteries) which burst. If an aneurysm bursts and causes bleeding over the surface of the brain, it is called a subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH).

Tests and investigations


The key test for stroke is a brain scan. You might have a CT (Computerised Tomography) scan or an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan.

Other related resources



Patient perspectives on stroke


Cerebellar stroke: John's story


"When a door closes another door opens." That's the way John D'Arcy, who had a stroke at the age of 39, approaches his life today.

John, who had a cerebellar stroke in 2000, is the founder of Stroke Survivors, a website and forum for people who have had a stroke, and in particular, people who have had cerebellar strokes.

TIA patient videos


Watch patients talking about their experience of TIA.

Need more information?


Call our free helpline on 0808 808 1000 to speak to a neuroscience nurse, or email helpline@brainandspine.org.uk

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