Stroke Stories

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we talk to Anthony Bryan. Anthony Bryan suffered a stroke at 6 years old, after having surgery on a brain tumour.

He has since used sport and fitness to help his recovery, and is working closely with Different Strokes to deliver an exercise class just for stroke victims.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we hear from Vince Holland, who suffered a stroke at the age of 28.

An incredibly fit athlete, Vince had to work hard to regain movement on the left side of his body. He is now back in the gym and competing in sporting events.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Helen Keramidas, who suffered a stroke at the age of 53.

A former hairdresser, she found a new creative outlet in bead making and arts and crafts through a local support group.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Craig Pankhurst, a former professional athlete who suffered a stroke at the age of 39.

After liquidating his business, he decided to set up the charity A Stroke of Luck (www.astrokeofluck.co.uk) to help other suvivors through fitness and exercise regimes.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Karen Bragg from Brady in Alabama, who suffered a stroke at the age of 39.

Her stroke left her with anxiety and depression, but with the support of her friends and family and through her use of social media, she has made an incredible recovery.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Oliver Lilburn who suffered a stroke at the age of 18.

Although Oli's stroke was severe, he never once doubted his recovery or came up against a barrier that he couldn't overcome, and is now thriving.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Jessica Fortenberry, who suffered a stroke at the age of 21.

Jessica worked hard at home to regain her mobility, and is now focussed on spreading awareness of AVM and stroke in America.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Dave Nathan who suffered a stroke at the age of 44.

He wrote a book about his experience, The World Through One Eye, and is passionate about helping other stroke survivors feel that they are not alone in their recovery

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On this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Carly Edwards.

Carly suffered a stroke whilst 38 weeks pregnant - although her situation was critical, her and her daugher Lottie have survived and thrived.

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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Bill Gasiamis, who suffered three strokes in his late 30s.

He has made incredible progress, and has set up a podcast, a website, and a mentoring service called Recovery After Stroke to help other survivors.

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