After a stroke, there is no uniform stroke recovery timeline.

Just as they say no two strokes are the same, no two stroke recoveries are alike.

Everyone progresses at their own pace toward goals unique to their situation.

Considering the fluctuations in how you can feel day-to-day after a stroke, taking a step back to look at long-term progress is a much more appropriate way to think about making progress.

In this episode, I’ll share some thoughts on how stroke survivors can best measure their progress in recovery and why I regret not taking more photos and videos sooner.

Learn more at https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2024/06/01/measuring-progress-in-recovery-after-stroke/

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In this episode, I'll share why maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm is an underrated strategy for stroke survivors to improve their recovery after stroke.

For stroke survivors, a disrupted circadian rhythm can hurt neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to form new neural connections to recover the skills that were lost due to stroke.

When recovering from a stroke, learning how to manage your day as it best aligns with your circadian clock can be a powerful tool to improve your well-being and reduce some of the fatigue that comes with recovery.

Learn more at https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2025/05/01/how-to-use-your-circadian-rhythm-to-support-recovery-after-stroke/

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Mancala quickly became a favorite game of mine in the early weeks and months after stroke because it mimicked many of the hand exercises I worked on in therapy sessions.

Read the blog at https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2023/12/01/mancala-the-perfect-board-game-for-stroke-survivors/

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Every stroke survivor knows how frustrating fatigue can be after stroke.

In this article, I wanted to share how a yoga nidra meditation practice has helped me to feel less exhausted throughout the day.

Read the blog at https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2022/12/01/fighting-fatigue-in-stroke-recovery-with-yoga-nidra/

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Welcome to the Stroke Recovery Rehab podcast, your short, five-minute insight into life after stroke.

In upcoming episodes, I’ll share my experiences in recovery, some insights I’ve learned, and the therapy options I’ve found to be most effective.

Along the way, I’ll also post some interviews with other stroke survivors I’ve connected with over the years.

For more information on my story, reference material for any of the subjects I’ll be discussing on the podcast, and more, you can visit my blog at strokerecoveryrehab.com.

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