Stroke Prevention & Early Detection Guide (translated from the video not meant to be medical advice) 中風預防與早期識別指南 (影片內容翻譯，非專業醫療建議)
Stroke is a medical emergency. The legs often provide the first warning signs. Recognizing them can save a life.
Part 1: Early Leg Warning Signs (Pre-Stroke Symptoms)
These may appear briefly and then fade, but they are critical red flags:
· Sudden loss of strength or numbness in one leg.
· A leg that feels heavy, dull, or “not your own.”
· Feeling like you are dragging a leg, or your slipper keeps falling off.
· Unexplained loss of balance or falling on level ground.
· Involuntary shaking, jumping, or cramping in a leg while at rest.
· Walking erratically, like being drunk, without having consumed alcohol.
· Crucially: Any of these symptoms that come and go.
If you experience these fleeting symptoms, see a doctor immediately. They could indicate a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) or “mini-stroke,” a major warning that a full stroke may follow.
Part 2: Daily Self-Checks for Leg Health
Perform these simple tests each morning:
- Standing Up: Notice if you push off with equal strength from both legs when rising from a chair or bed.
- Balance Test: Stand with your back to a wall. Carefully raise one leg. Do you feel unsteady or lose your balance?
- Sensation Check: Feel the bottom of your feet. Is one foot noticeably colder than the other?
4. Walking Test: Try to walk in a straight line across your living room. Difficulty or veering is a sign of trouble.
Part 3: Dietary Recommendations for Prevention
Eat More:
· Leafy Greens: Daily spinach or kale.
· Deep-Water Fish: Salmon, mackerel, sardines (rich in Omega-3s).
· Tomatoes & Berries: High in antioxidants.
Limit or Avoid:
· High-sodium (salty) foods.
· Fried foods and processed meats (e.g., sausages, hot dogs).
Part 4: The FAST Test – Act Immediately!
If you suspect someone is having a stroke, think F.A.S.T. and act faster:
F – FACE: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
A – ARMS: Ask them to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S – SPEECH: Ask them to repeat a simple sentence. Is their speech slurred or strange?
T – TIME: If you see ANY of these signs, call the ambulance immediately. Note the time when symptoms first appeared.
⚠️ Time is Brain: There is a critical “golden window” (often 3-4 hours) for the most effective emergency treatment. Do not wait to see if symptoms improve.
中風預防與早期識別指南 (影片內容翻譯，非專業醫療建議)
中風是醫療急症。腿部常常提供最初的預警信號。識別這些信號可以挽救生命。
第一部分：腿部早期預警信號 (中風前兆症狀)
這些症狀可能短暫出現後消失，但卻是關鍵的危險信號：
· 單腿突然無力或麻木。
· 腿部感覺沉重、遲鈍或「不像是自己的」。
· 感覺像是拖著一條腿走路，或拖鞋一直掉落。
· 無故失去平衡或在平地摔倒。
· 休息時腿部不自主地顫抖、跳動或抽筋。
· 走路不穩，像醉酒一樣，但並未飲酒。
· 關鍵在於： 任何反覆出現又消失的上述症狀。
若出現這些短暫症狀，請立即就醫。 它們可能表示短暫性腦缺血發作（TIA）或「小中風」，這是完全中風可能即將發生的主要警告。
第二部分：每日腿部健康自我檢查
每天早晨進行這些簡單測試：
- 站立測試： 從椅子或床鋪起身時，注意是否用雙腿均等的力量支撐。
- 平衡測試： 背靠牆站立。小心抬起一條腿。你是否感到不穩或失去平衡？
- 感覺檢查： 觸摸腳底。是否有一隻腳明顯比另一隻冷？
4. 行走測試： 嘗試在客廳走直線。若感到困難或走偏，即是警訊。
第三部分：預防飲食建議
多攝取：
· 綠葉蔬菜： 每日食用菠菜或羽衣甘藍。
· 深海魚類： 鮭魚、鯖魚、沙丁魚（富含Omega-3脂肪酸）。
· 番茄與莓果： 富含抗氧化劑。
限制或避免：
· 高鈉（過鹹）食物。
· 油炸食物與加工肉類（例如：香腸、熱狗）。
第四部分：FAST口訣測試 — 立即行動！
若懷疑有人中風，請記住 「FAST」口訣並迅速行動：
F – 臉部 (Face)： 請對方微笑。臉部是否有一側下垂？
A – 手臂 (Arms)： 請對方舉起雙臂。是否有一隻手臂無力下垂？
S – 說話 (Speech)： 請對方重複一句簡單的話。說話是否含糊不清或語無倫次？
T – 時間 (Time)： 若出現以上任一症狀，請立即呼叫救護車。記下症狀首次出現的時間。
⚠️ 時間就是大腦： 存在一個關鍵的「黃金治療窗」（通常為3-4小時），在此期間進行緊急治療最為有效。切勿等待觀察症狀是否改善。
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