As I set out to leave rehab and return home, these are the three things about stroke recovery I wish I had known sooner.
Tag: Arteriovenous malformation
Can Beet Juice Help Stroke Survivors?
Beet juice might be a positive addition to any stroke survivor’s diet.
How to Use Your Circadian Rhythm to Support Recovery After Stroke
Maintaining a strong circadian rhythm can help support overall stroke recovery efforts
Understanding Cognitive Challenges in Stroke Recovery
Cognitive challenges, such as executive dysfunction – difficulties with planning and shifting tasks – are pretty common after a stroke.
Balance Training After Stroke: The Importance of Single-Leg Stands
The single-leg stand is a foundational movement in physical therapy for stroke survivors.
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.
Why Mindset Matters in Recovery After Stroke
Believing that there can be better days ahead can help you keep pushing for more progress and further recovery.
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.
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