Adapting your home after a stroke

Adapting your home after a stroke

Nothing marks a successful recovery from a stroke like regaining your independence but adapting your home may be necessary to do just this. Some changes may require major alterations and others might be slight tweaks but each change is made to fit your condition. The...
Overcoming aphasia after stroke

Overcoming aphasia after stroke

One of the main impairments after suffering from a stroke is aphasia. This condition impairs the victim’s ability to communicate with others. Suffering from aphasia profoundly alters daily activities, as well as aspects of social and professional life. There are...
Don’t let a stroke strike when you’re young

Don’t let a stroke strike when you’re young

Contrary to what many people think, young people can be just as vulnerable to an ischemic stroke as the elderly might be. They can strike out of nowhere and alter your life forever. There’s a better chance of making a full recovery though if you are younger and get...
Getting back to work after a stroke

Getting back to work after a stroke

One of the biggest questions any stroke victims ask themselves during their recovery is will they ever work again. After everything you’ve been through, a return to the professional world marks a big step forward in the recovery process. Likely, any return...
Looking for a book on stroke?

Looking for a book on stroke?

When looking for the best books on strokes, there is a lot to take into consideration. Do you look for stories about rehabilitation and recovery? Or look at the literature that breaks down the science behind the madness. Nowadays, books come in all forms from...
Reigniting your social life after a stroke

Reigniting your social life after a stroke

Recovering from a stroke can be a daunting process especially when it comes to socially reconnecting with others. However, restarting your social life is a key part of any rehabilitation phase. Reconnecting with others is key to enjoying a normal life and there are...