Participation requires hospitalization for five days and a 12-week observation period, including a patient analysis at four and 12 weeks. Each year, an estimated 550,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke, making it the number one cause of disability and the third leading cause of death in the United States. The majority of strokes are ischemic which deprive brain cells of oxygen. Unfortunately, statistics show that many people wait too long before seeking medical attention, resulting in irreparable disability. Patients should immediately go to a hospital emergency room.
Time is critical following a stroke, as it affects the ability of damaged brain cells to recover.
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