Are You OK?
Are you OK after your stroke? First of All, Remember: You’ve Had a TBI Let’s not sugarcoat it—you’ve had a TBI, and that changes everything. So when we talk about being “OK,” we’re not comparing you to who you…
Welcome to My Survived Stroke Blog
John Van Deun
Mirror Box Review
The mirror box is an effective, relatively low-cost rehabilitation tool for stroke survivors, particularly those with motor impairments like hemiparesis. By reflecting the movements of the unaffected limb, it creates an illusion that the impaired limb is moving, which can…
Depression and Diet
The Connection Between Diet and Depression: Nourishing Your Mind with the Right Foods Depression is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While its causes are multifaceted, ranging from genetics to environmental stressors, recent research…
Why me?
why me? Having access to the right resources can make a significant difference in a stroke survivor’s rehabilitation journey. A stroke rehabilitation blog is a valuable resource that provides a wide range of information about strokes and is specifically designed…
Why build a Blog
why build a blog. Building a personal blog site is a fantastic way to cultivate a unique online presence and share your individual voice with the world. It provides a dedicated space to explore and express your personal interests, experiences,…
MOTIVATION
Struggling to find motivation can feel like an insurmountable challenge, often leaving one in a state of inertia and frustration. It can be disheartening to face a long list of tasks and goals, only to feel an overwhelming lack of…
Why High Repetitions?
Whenever I write about Occupational therapy (OT) or Physical Therapy (PT) for that matter. I always stress that high repetitions of exercises are required to make things happen. Therefore, I would like to highlight some of the bonuses you…
Education and Stroke
Educational Topics important to Stroke Survivors: Educational topics pertinent to stroke survivors cover a wide range of areas to support their recovery and improve their overall quality of life. Here are some key educational topics for stroke survivors: Understanding Stroke:…
The Arts in Rehab
The Arts in Rehabilitation The arts can play a large part in rehabilitation, contributing to the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of individuals on their recovery journey. Incorporating various forms of artistic expression into rehabilitation programs can enhance the overall…
Alternative Rehab Types
Alternative Stroke Rehab Methods From the next post forward I will be exploring the use of different alternative rehabilitation exercises to aid in the recovery of a stroke patient. Some will be physical, some will be cognitive, and some will…