An In-Depth Look at Stroke and Its Ties to Arterial Dissection

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. Nearly 800,000 people have a stroke every year. Unfortunately, many people don’t know that common activities and daily habits can increase their risk of having a stroke. Even seeing a chiropractor, which is perceived to be conducive to good health, may increase stroke risks. What Is a Stroke? A stroke is described by the National Stroke Association as a kind of “brain attack.” Basically, an event occurs that causes the blood flow to the brain to be interrupted. Due to the lack...