Working out at the gym – what I thought would be an obvious part of my recovery – turned out to be a depressing experience.
Category: Physical Recovery After Stroke
Ideas & tools to help with the physical aspect of stroke recovery.
Embracing the Challenges of Stroke Recovery
Learned helplessness is an underrated challenge in stroke recovery. How do you push yourself safely when you’re not sure what your true abilities may be?
Creating a Plan for Ongoing Progress in Stroke Recovery
Creating a personalized structure that supports ongoing progress is one of the most important things a stroke survivor can do.
Three Misconceptions About Stroke Recovery
As I set out to leave rehab and return home, these are the three things about stroke recovery I wish I had known sooner.
How Outdoor Activities Benefit Stroke Survivors
Spending more time outside can significantly enhance your overall well-being and improve recovery after stroke.
How to Use Your Circadian Rhythm to Support Recovery After Stroke
Maintaining a strong circadian rhythm can help support overall stroke recovery efforts
Balance Training After Stroke: The Importance of Single-Leg Stands
The single-leg stand is a foundational movement in physical therapy for stroke survivors.
Learning to Drive After Stroke: Tips & Tools for Stroke Survivors
Driving was one of the most significant, frustrating and unexpected challenges in the years after stroke.
Recovery After an AVM Stroke: Insights from Two Stroke Survivors
An arteriovenous malformation –also known an AVM – is a rare condition, affecting less than roughly 1% of the population.
Balancing Recovery: How Slacklining Can Benefit Stroke Survivors
There has been no more beneficial balance exercise for me than slacklining. The vibration, bouncing, and unpredictability of the line is a great challenge that makes it a unique rehab exercise.
Stroke Recovery Rehab 