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Work That Wrist

Work ”that Wrist – Get those fingers back! Exercising the wrist is very important for helping the fingers work again—especially after a stroke or injury—because the hand and wrist are biomechanically and neurologically connected. Here’s why wrist movement matters: Neuromuscular Connection The same nerves and muscles that control the wrist also contribute to finger movement. […]

A Tribute to Eddie Hudon

A Tribute to Eddie Hudon 9/15 /47 to 7/26/25 There was a guy I knew in high school, but we never ran in the same circles. He was just another face in the hallways, someone I recognized but didn’t really know. Years later, life had knocked me around—I had a stroke that left me disabled, […]

More Tech Stuff

More Tech Stuff New Technology in Stroke Recovery: IpsiHand and Robotic Orthotic Gloves, and More to come. Stroke recovery technology is moving fast, and each year, new tools are being developed to help survivors regain independence. As someone who’s always on the lookout for devices that can make a difference, I just want to mention […]

Yotan Rocker Knife Review

YOTAN Rocker Knife YOTAN Rocker Knife Review: Cut Food Easily With One Hand This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Why I Needed a Rocker Knife After My Stroke After my stroke, one of the biggest challenges I faced was cutting food […]

Vivistim and a Robotic Glove

Incorporating the Vivistim vagus nerve stimulator into robotic hand exercises offers a powerful synergy for stroke survivors seeking to regain hand function. Vivistim works by delivering mild electrical stimulation to the vagus nerve during rehabilitation tasks, reinforcing neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire itself. When paired with robotic-assisted hand devices, which provide consistent, repetitive movement to […]

Local vs Hostinger

Local/WordPress vs Hostinger/WordPress Platforms Pros and Cons Both Local by Flywheel and Hostinger offer useful tools for building a blog, but they serve slightly different purposes. Here\’s a breakdown of their strengths and how they might fit your needs: Local by Flywheel Purpose: A local development environment for WordPress. Best For: Developers or tech-savvy users […]

Regaining Functionality

Intricate functionality after a Stroke Yes, intricate functions can be regained after a stroke, though the extent of recovery varies depending on the location and severity of the brain damage, as well as the rehabilitation efforts. Stroke survivors often face challenges with fine motor skills, which can affect tasks like writing, buttoning clothes, or playing […]

Why Build a Blog

                                        why you should 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 […]

Are You OK?

Are you OK after your stroke? First of all, let’s not forget you’ve had a TBI. If you are generally okay involves evaluating various aspects of your well-being, including physical health, mental health, and emotional stability. Physically, signs that you are okay include having good energy levels, restful sleep, a healthy appetite, and the ability […]

Kitchen

Handy Stuff for the Disabled\’s Kitchen