Persistence is very important in stroke recovery. To support our recoveries, we have to be motivated, really want to recover and work hard consistently over the long term. Our brains and bodies must know that recovery matters to us and that we will continue to pay attention to helping ourselves. Setting goals, making schedules, making […]
Many times when I give a talk to clinicians I am asked the heartfelt question, “What do I tell patients and family members? I don’t want to give them ‘false hope.’” These clinicians care about us. They don’t want to add to our suffering. They want to encourage us and often they truly don’t know
We may have heard about neuroplasticity, but what is it exactly and how does it apply to healing from a stroke? My favorite definition of neuroplasticity is this: “The brain’s ability to change physically and physiologically in response to stimulation.” * What does that mean? Our brains are changing all the time – every second