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: Definition, causes, and types of strokes. Risk factors and prevention strategies. Rehabilitation Techniques: Physical therapy: […]
Life After Stroke
PAIRED VNSTHERAPY Life After Stroke: 3 Facts You Should Know About Upper Limb Impairment Published by Healthline.com and written by Lizzy Sherman on May 6, 2022 Strokes are a leading cause of long-term disability, but new rehabilitation therapies are becoming available that can help you regain more function. A stroke causes some brain cells to […]
5 FAQs about PT and OT
5 Frequently Asked Questions about Physical and Occupational Therapy Post-stroke rehabilitation is a vital component of your recovery journey. With it comes many new medical terms, specialists, and therapy techniques. In-patient vs. outpatient. And the focus of this blog, physical therapy vs. occupational therapy. As an occupational therapist specializing in neurorehabilitation with over 15 years […]
Post stroke Facts
The Self-Healing Brain
The Self-Healing Brain The brain has some capacity for self-healing and repair, primarily through a process called neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to reorganize and adapt by forming new neural connections throughout life and continues until the day we die. While the brain cannot regenerate neurons (nerve cells) as readily as some other tissues […]
Hand Spasticity
Hand Spasticity Click here Exercises for spastic hands that can help improve flexibility, strength, and coordination while reducing muscle spasticity. It’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional or occupational therapist to create a personalized exercise plan tailored to your specific needs. However, here are two sets of some general exercises and stretches that may […]
Warning Signs of Stroke
Recognizing the warning signs of a stroke is crucial because immediate medical attention can make a significant difference in minimizing the long-term effects of a stroke and even save a person’s life. Strokes occur when there is a disruption in the blood supply to the brain, either due to a blockage (ischemic stroke) or bleeding […]
Stroke versus TBI
Stroke versus a TBI Stroke vs. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Understanding the Key Differences Introduction Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) are two distinct medical conditions that affect the brain, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. While both can have serious consequences, it’s important to recognize the differences between them. In this […]
Loneliness after a Stroke
Loneliness is sadness because one has no friends or company or the quality of being unfrequented and remote; isolation. After a stroke, it is normal to feel lonely after all in most cases it’s like you have lost your best friend (you). Loneliness can usually occur when: We feel as though we don’t fit in. […]
Emotional changes after Stroke
Because a stroke can come on so suddenly, you may miss the classic tell-tale signs until it’s too late. Even though many strokes occur in younger people, older people are more prone to strokes and should be more observant of “FAST” – FACIAL DROOP, ARM WEAKNESS, AND SPEECH PROBLEMS. I have also found cognitive problems […]