Follow a stroke on the left side | These are the consequences of a stroke!

Follow a stroke on the left side

One of the most severe symptoms of a stroke on the left side of the brain is aphasia. As described above, aphasia can present itself in various degrees and forms and can have dramatic effects on everyday and professional abilities. This is usually accompanied by an inability to read and write.

In addition, paralysis and sensory disturbances can occur on the right side of the body, as is the case on the right hemisphere of the brain, which results in significant limitations, especially for right-handed people. Apraxia, i.e. disturbances of movement sequences, can also be observed more frequently in cases of damage to the left hemisphere of the brain. Since most people have their speech center on the left side, a stroke on the left side can result in damage to the speech center in particular.

Paralysis

Motor disturbances as a result of a stroke are not rare and can lead to significant restrictions in everyday functions. However, the pattern of symptoms can vary considerably and ranges from slight coordination disorders to pronounced paralysis.The most common are so-called hemipareses, i.e. half-side paralyses, which are usually incomplete. The facial muscles are affected, which is usually expressed by a drooping eyelid or corner of the mouth, but also the legs and arms.

Other motor functions such as swallowing or speaking can also be affected. While a slight improvement of the symptoms can often be achieved through targeted physiotherapy and rehabilitation measures, it must nevertheless be noted that the paralysis is permanent and the goal of good stroke therapy must be to achieve the greatest possible independence for the person affected. If you are interested in the chances of recovery from paralysis, we recommend our page on: Recovery after a stroke

Coordination problems

In addition to the occurrence of paralysis, coordination disorders can also be the result of a stroke and can significantly affect motor skills. On the one hand, individual movements can be affected, which are divided into fine and gross motor skills. A disorder of this motor function is called ataxia.

Fine motor skills include writing or cutting with a kitchen knife, whereas gross motor skills include movements such as walking. However, there may also be a disruption of movement, such as playing a musical instrument or brushing teeth. Such a disorder is called apraxia. Ataxia and apraxia often go hand in hand and lead to significant limitations in patients who are unable to perform everyday activities on their own.