by Tara | Nov 11, 2021 | Mental strategies, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Stroke Treatment
https://youtu.be/iLo0j4aC44I Do you feel like you have plateaued? What I mean is, has your arm and leg movement recovery slowed to a crawl? Or maybe progress has stopped altogether? The common belief is that someone loses the ability to move because that part...
by Tara | Jul 12, 2021 | Caregiver Resources, Mental strategies, Neurologic Rehabilitation Concepts, Stroke, Stroke Treatment
So, you have been discharged from therapy. So, what now? For some, this is a positive step in the rehab process. Some will understand right away that this is progress. On the other hand, for others it can bring up all kinds of negative emotions. “Is my therapist...
by Tara | Jul 12, 2021 | Activities of daily living, Balance, foot drop, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke Balance, Stroke Treatment
Many people inquire about the “best exercises” for stroke patients to improve walking. I like to use the term “Drills” when referring to “stroke exercises”. Why? Because “Drills” are what I think of when I think of...
by Tara | Jul 27, 2020 | Neurologic Rehabilitation Concepts, Stroke, Stroke Treatment
Pain is a common symptom after a stroke. Unfortunately, pain can be a significant barrier to regaining function. In some cases, there is an identifiable cause related to a movement or a structural problem. The rehab team can identify this, prescribe the...
by Tara | Jul 6, 2020 | Activities of daily living, Caregiver Resources, Stroke, Stroke Treatment, Uncategorized
An effective physical therapy program at home after a stroke is the most critical component for a successful recovery. I dare say MORE important than face to face time with your therapists. As someone who earns a living by treating patients (in person), this is a...
by Tara | May 15, 2020 | Spasticity, Stroke Leg Exercises, Stroke Treatment
What is Knee Hyperextension after a Stroke? Knee hyperextension is a common problem after a stroke. Knee hyperextension is when the knee goes beyond a straight position. Yeah, not exactly natural looking or feeling. ? Knee hyperextension (recurvatum) usually happens...
