Stroke

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Call 911 in case of an emergency.

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Stroke care can’t wait

Capable of happening to anyone at any time, a stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. Because it can lead to brain damage, it is essential to be seen quickly by our multidisciplinary team of specialists.

The first in Michigan to offer Vivistim® Paired VNS™ therapy, Corewell Health’s Comprehensive Stroke Centers provide advanced diagnostics and treatments you may not find anywhere else. Our experts can help you overcome ischemic stroke (caused by a clot), a hemorrhagic stroke (caused by bleeding), as well as a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or “mini-stroke.”

The warning signs

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a stroke, remember to BE FAST.

BE FAST

Balance

Look for sudden loss of balance or coordination

Eyes

Vision problems in one or both eyes

Face

Drooping or uneven face (ask the person to smile)

Arms

Weakness or numbness in one arm (ask the person to raise both arms)

Speech

Slurred speech (ask the person to repeat a simple sentence)

Time

Call 911 immediately if any symptoms appear

Ways to prevent stroke

When it comes to stroke, there are things you simply can’t control, including age, family history, or a previous stroke or heart condition. However, 80% of strokes are preventable. Areas you can work on include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, and diabetes. For everything from stress management to leading an active lifestyle, check out our Wellness & Lifestyle Resources page.

Diagnosis and treatments

Diagnostic tools

Emergency treatments

Rehabilitation and recovery

Why Corewell Health?

Comprehensive stroke centers

Two Corewell Health hospitals have been designated Comprehensive Stroke Centers by The Joint Commission for their continued excellence in stroke outcomes and striving to meet the standards of the American Heart Association. Specialists offer a complete range of prevention, intervention, recovery, and rehabilitation services at these certified Comprehensive Stroke Centers:

These hospitals provide life-saving treatments, including clot-busting medications, thrombectomy, surgery, and stents. Pioneering treatments include Vivistim® Paired VNS™ (in which electrical stimulation is paired with brief, controlled brain activity bursts), neurostimulation for hand/arm function, and several minimally invasive surgical procedures.

The Joint Commission and American Heart Association comprehensive stroke center certification badges

Primary stroke centers

Thirteen Corewell Health hospitals have received Primary Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission. This demonstrates our commitment to following up-to-date guidelines for the treatment of stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times, and fewer readmissions to the hospital.