Disability after a stroke

Every year, 15 million people around the world are affected by stroke. Of those, it is estimated 50% will live with permanent or chronic disability. The physical and mental effects of surviving a stroke can significantly impact a survivor’s chances of recovery, mental wellbeing, and future life plans such as going back to work, traveling, […]

Changes in behavior after a stroke

Changes in behavior after a stroke are common, expected and treatable. Stroke survivors will usually experience changes in mood, depression, frustration, and anxiety, among others. Having a stroke is traumatic and our bodies and minds react to that trauma. Stroke survivors and caregivers alike should be aware of these behavior changes and seek support from […]

Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT)

Rehabilitation of upper limbs can look very different for many people. However, constraint-induced movement therapy (or CIMT) is frequently used as a therapy to re-learn to use the affected limb.  Constraint-induced movement therapy basically means limiting the use of the less affected limb in order to force the brain and more affected limb to work […]

Telehealth during quarantine

Since lockdown started, pretty much everything in our lives changed. Our entire routine was thrown out of the window and we had to suddenly adjust to a new way of doing things. The only thing that has not changed, and is in fact more pressing now than ever, is getting access to health services — […]

YouTube channels for rehabilitation exercises

For many stroke survivors getting in to see a physical therapist is difficult and sometimes just not a possibility at all. Thankfully there are great Youtube channels available with plenty of videos full of exercises you can do at home — here are some of the best ones: American Heart Association The AHA is one […]

Team involved in stroke rehabilitation — who are they?

For many people stroke rehabilitation begins at the hospital, usually as soon as you’re awake. There is a wide array of medical professionals involved in the rehabilitation process — in this article we will introduce them and give you an overview of what they’re there to help with. Primary care doctors and nurses This is […]

Robotic arm helps in rehabilitating arm use after stroke

Many stroke survivors experience weakness or complete paralysis in one arm, often requiring a strenuous rehabilitation program in a stroke rehab or physiotherapy center. Rehabilitation of an arm or a leg often includes the use of machines specifically designed to help the body and brain regain the connections that were broken due to the stroke. […]