You can do a lot to prevent stroke by leading a heart healthy lifestyle:
Eat a low-fat diet, including lots of fruits and vegetables.
Get daily exercise.
Avoid cigarette smoke.
Control chronic health conditions, such as diabetes.
Living with cerebral venous sinus thrombosis

What you need to do to recover and then stay healthy after CVST will depend on how the stroke affected your brain. Everyone can benefit from a healthy diet and exercise.

You may also need to participate in a special rehabilitation program or physical therapy, if you have lost some movement or speech.

Other possible effects of the stroke, such as headaches or changes in vision, can be treated by specialists.

If you have had this type of stroke, you may need to avoid certain types of medicines, such as oral contraceptives. These can increase your risk for blood clots.