Creating a personalized structure that supports ongoing progress is one of the most important things a stroke survivor can do.
Category: Physical Recovery After Stroke
Ideas & tools to help with the physical aspect of stroke recovery.
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.
Simple Breathing Practices to Manage Anxiety After Stroke
Anxiety is a common side effect of stroke, especially considering people can worry about having another stroke.
The Dangers of Setting Deadlines in Stroke Recovery
Setting a date for yourself to be fully recovered is unrealistic and impossible.