Don't Wait, “BE FAST”: Recognizing Stroke Symptoms
Learn these early signs, act fast on the golden 3 hours:
Balance – Balance loss: Sudden loss of body strength and balance
Eyes – Visual field problems: Sudden blurred vision, temporary blindness in one eye
Face – Face change: Face drooping on one side, involuntary drooling
Arms – Arm weakness: Sudden numbness or loss of strength on one arm/leg
Speech – Speech difficulty: Slurred speech or trouble speaking
Time – Act fast: If any of the signs are present, time to seek help immediately
8 Leading Causes for Stroke
*Have high risk of stroke if any 3 of the below factors are present
1. Above age 45 (men) / 55 (women)
2. High blood pressure
3. High cholesterol
4. Diabetes
5. Overweight
6. Drinking alcohol, Smoking
7. Sedentary lifestyle
8. Related family history
Acupoints for stroke prevention
Dispel wind and clear heat, activate meridians and regulate channels, promote Qi and blood circulation
*Massage lightly with thumb for 5-10 mins
1. Feng Chi point (GB20): Outer side depression of the two large tendons on the neck, same level with earlobe.
2. He Gu point (LI4): Between the base of your thumb and index finger, the depression close to the index finger
3. Nei Guan point (P6): 3 fingers width above the middle of the wrist crease
4. Qu Chi point (LI11): Outer end of elbow crease when flexed
5. Lao Gong point (P8): Make a loose fist and locate the point at the tip of the middle finger
6. Zhu San Li point (ST36): 4 fingers width below the depression of the outer patella
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