Is 100% Recovery From A Stroke Possible?

[@marianneg.6599]

I accepted God stopped my too busy life with a stroke (6 years ago). Now I have time to read, think, prayer, more than before. Physically I am practicing every day, to walk, type, balance, to cope with neurological pain, and am grateful that I am no longer in a wheelchair but behind a walker. How far the recovery will go, no idea…very happy to be alive, to see my children graduate from uni, all blessings.

[@christianebergeron7069]

hi Marianne, same thing for me God stopped me to get my attention, I would like to connect with you if you agree,

[@nikkiepperson7855]

Keep going I started paralyzed progressed to hemi walker moved to cane now can walk without assayed device and I am coming up on 8 years.

[@nikkiepperson7855]

You can do this! I started exactly where you were and God continues to be faithful. I am driving again and I walk with a cane. Never lose your faith. God can and will do the impossible for you! Just believe!

[@christianebergeron7069]

@@nikkiepperson7855?

[@christianebergeron7069]

I know I can do it but sometimes it's more challenging because I had setbacks and i have to wait also my brain doesn't cooperate with my nerves and I need to retrain it to connect together but they will because I will never give up and it's been 4 years

[@1928knaubt]

This was a very good video. I am a cancer survivor. Why do I access your videos? Well, the type of cancer I had was the same effect as a stroke. The cancer was on my left side of my brain and that means my right side has to be taught all over again. I was in a hospital environment for a year and two times they told my hubby that I was not going to make it. But, I serve a BIG God and he has a plan for my life. Now, I need to get my life going and thought that whomever reads this will be blessed. Thank you for all the help.

[@sheilaghgiddings4413]

Good for you, I am so please you are getting through this. You are making a remarkable recovery . More power to you! You must be positive, it’s the only way back to recovery ❤ I watch Elise because I had 3 strokes in 22. I cannot walk unaided and then, only with a walker to the loo 10’ away. I’m thankful for that. It means my hero/ hubby is spared the jobs no one wants lol! Elise is a beacon of light in my life. I am strong minded but without her I’m sure I’d crumble. I suffer serious spasticity while my brain repairs itself. How people manage without the likes of Elise, I don’t know. I have no physio, all my physio is recalling what I did in hospital and using online therapy. Elise is one of the best! I live in rural Ireland, not a 3rd world country but, Covid has a lot to answer for (I got that too). The effects on the health services have left the likes of me struggling. Largely alone. Good luck to you, keep going, you’ve got this 😊

[@abrowne8466]

Hi @sheilaghgiddings4413 I'm in Ireland too! (Northern) had my stroke end of March this year

[@joycezaid3909]

My "mini" stroke was in June, and I came home near the end of July. This one thing absolutely impacted my life, physically, financially, and mentally. On unpaid leave, and everything is very exhausting. Finding financial assistance is a nightmare, the reality of this situation made me feel helpless, and my life seemed to spiral out of control. I found your site last week, and it has helped me understand, and I'm not alone. Thank you so much!!!

[@majorscreamer]

How are you doing now? Did you have another stroke after the mini?

[@mubiazi338]

Iam same situation

[@christopherseivard8925]

This is very well stated. I suffered a stroke. My left hand and foot are paralyzed, I face some cognitive issues, and it is very hard to read. The one thing I have learned, is: Don’t quit! I was told,” after about a year, “ you’re probably done.” I refused to ignore/ believe the facts. I am glad I didn’t let the challenge get to me. I am still trying!

[@mayagabriellaz]

As a stroke survivor at 20 years old, thank you so so much for this video. I’m embracing my new self everyday. Even if I’m not exactly back to my pre-stroke self. Thank you. ❤️

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Of course!! Thank you so much for sharing a bit of your story. I know it helps others to hear about other survivor’s experiences. I’m sure you’re crushing it ❤️

[@mackshah3723]

Omg I'm so sorry. And there I was thinking I was too young for it. What happened to you?

[@mayagabriellaz]

@@mackshah3723 Hey, I have what’s called a brain AVM, a tangle of blood vessels in my brain that is susceptible to rupture at any given moment. I had a procedure that went very wrong and it ruptured post-op

[@heatherg-thatsme]

This was a very good video talking about the biggest question after a stroke. I have little to no movement in my hand, and still struggle with walking and balance, but I look back on how far I’ve come and can’t be anything but grateful. I was 100% assist in the hospital and when I got to rehab. I may never be 100% physically recovered, but I have recovered so much emotionally. I was in one of the darkest times of my life when I had my stroke. Now I feel hopeful, happy, and grateful, so although my physical body hasn’t returned to “normal” I still find myself better off than I was before my stroke.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

As always, Heather, I can’t thank you enough for sharing your experience and perspective. I love hearing from you and am always so impressed with your optimistic attitude. You are, quite frankly, amazing and I’m so glad you’re part of the community here ❤️

[@heatherg-thatsme]

@@PostStrokeOrg your videos are the best stroke related videos on KZbin. They give me hope, encouragement, and knowledge I wouldn’t have otherwise. I’m so thankful I found you and your channel. I am thankful to be part of the community that you have created online. Thank you so much for what you do for all of us.

[@txcalitoro]

I'm 44 and I had two strokes about a year and half ago. By the second one my left side of body was partially paralyzed, both my hand and leg. I would say I'm about a 90% back to normal. Which for me is more than enough. I'm very grateful. I think the biggest step to recovery is acceptance. While I was laying in a bed at the hospital. I kept telling myself this is my life now, it's not over and it can get better. Even when I was doing my therapy I would be crying but I kept it up. I know some of you are in more difficult situations and I pray God grant you the strength. Never give up brother and sisters!

[@princenoble8525]

Stroke happened for me not to me.I’m not a victim but a survivor. Done feeling sorry for myself I choose to fight

[@PostStrokeOrg]

This is a beautiful outlook. Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@heatherg-thatsme]

That was beautifully said

[@1928knaubt]

This was beautifully written.

[@joaquimrodriguez8961]

Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@tarunyadav8375]

As a stroke survivor at 39 years old i thank you for such a motivational video. first i suffered from hemorrhagic stroke and i was treated via open brain surgery.Recovery was a long and tedious process. But after 2 years of first stroke i suffered from ischemic stroke. Still recovering from second stroke effects. After this stroke i kept getting depressed. I recently subscribed your channel. Here i find lot of motivation to improve my life.

[@j.w.675]

Thank you for this genuine message.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Of course ❤️

[@cg167]

I'm coming up on my 1 year anniversary on the 31st. Every bout of feeling woozy, sick, or confused has me believe it's another stroke, even though, rationally, I know that's not likely to happen as I'm regularly taking my meds and have cut out most salt, and regularly monitor my blood pressure. I'm glad you brought this topic up though, as I think about it a lot. But I've connected with a local stroke group, and have gone to their in-person meetings, and that's been extremely helpful.

[@mhughes6303]

I experienced a massive Stroke in 2008. I'm now (in 2023) about 90% recovered. It's taken me 15 long hard years to get there. Luckily, I did not experience cognitive decline. My Stroke was 100% physical. My left side was devastated. I could not walk for a long time. I did finally get a 3-prong cane and a foot-drop brace on my lower left leg. I had about three (3) months of hospital therapy after the Stroke. I was initially in a wheelchair. I spent one (1) month in the hospital. I could not drive for six (6) months after the Stroke. My left side is still weak at times, but not as bad as 15 years ago. I believe I will be recovering for the rest of my life. That is okay as long as I continue to make progress. I told the care staff in the hospital that I would eventually walk out of there and I did it. It took me the whole month, but I did it. What does recovery mean? Progress. No matter how slow it is. By the way, you videos are very good. You do understand at least a little bit. That is more than most. Keep up the good work.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@mhughes6303 Wow, you've made some amazing progress over the last 15 years! It sounds like you've consistently put in the work to see so much progress. I love your attitude. Thank you so much for sharing a bit about your story. I know it will be helpful for others to hear ❤️

[@marziaserena4247]

Thanks very much dr Elyse for this meaningful video. I then tried to finalise a superthanks but for some reasons was unable to send it through ….Am sorry will try again

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you so much!! I think it went through and we so appreciate you☺️

[@marziaserena4247]

@@PostStrokeOrg Thank you for letting me know :)

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

It’s 4 years since my major stroke and I’ve recovered in so many ways. I’m still working on my fitness levels which have changed but walk and use my arm. I do a lot of dressmaking which was a major goal at the start. I’ve noticed that my arm isn’t totally sincronised so swimming has been affected but I think more practise will improve it. I think my biggest problem has been fatigue. I still get tired really quickly and lack stamina. I also getting older. I have really strived for 100% recovery but think I’m lucky with how I have recovered so far. However I do mourn my old self at times.

[@nikkiepperson7855]

Keep going it gets better. Also don’t be afraid to switch to another therapist. I switched to a Neuro therapist who works with arm arm and leg (pt). It pushed me to another level of recovery. Be open and flexible to the new.

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

@@nikkiepperson7855 Good point which I’ll keep in mind thank you 😊

[@supervelinYT]

Great video as always! I have battled with this topic throughout my recovery!

[@scottwhite2583]

As a 6 year stroke survivor I look at my deficiencies from my stroke impairments as I call them and I learn how to dress my life around them be able to use my left arm anymore and I’m walking as well as I used to. I don’t let that stop me.

[@teresajennings1243]

I had back to back strokes this past July (2024) that affected my right side and took about 2/3 of my vision. I thought recovery would be linear progress but now I know there are times of progress and then times of losing the gains made. Have had a couple of TIAs since that has caused me some difficulty and much anxiety. This said, I am learning to appreciate what I do have and try to stay in the present day as much as possible. My life is forever changed perhaps but I am trying to embrace a "new normal". Thank you for your videos. I cant express enough how they are helping me deal with everything.

[@cindyjavido2142]

I am 4years stroke survivor now, im not fully recovered physically, i had knee back extension, but i was able to drive again with my manual transmission car, im thanking to God, for the strength he gave to me. I accept my new me.

[@MadelynFamorca-ou4xr]

Thank you... Im a stroke survivor and accepted my new normal hoping for recovery might not 100 percent butaslong as im on the rught path to recovery im gonnafight..❤❤

[@PostStrokeOrg]

❤️❤️ this is an amazing and beautiful outlook. Thank you for sharing! I’m cheering you on!!

[@angelabastianpulle3043]

Thank you very much for this vedio I am following your Vedios and also I hope I will survive from my stroke once again I thank you and god bless you dr

[@PostStrokeOrg]

You are so welcome. Keep that positive attitude! ❤️ I'm cheering you on!

[@andyjones-lg9ro]

Setting short term and long term goals really helps to focus on progressing each day plus staying present also. Elyse thank you your really insightful positive videos which I have been subscribing to since my double stroke I suffered in May 2022.

[@paine21]

had a stroke at the age of 18 and im 41 now i can do most things by myself, even though i cant use my left side very well hand is very spastic and muscle drawn, foot have afo on and have walking issues sometimes. i have just pretty much leaned to adapt in the 23 years.

[@nikkiepperson7855]

I have learned how to pivot in spite of a stroke and challenge myself to do something that I want to do that I use to do. Sometimes I succeed and sometimes I fail but all in all I try. Being flexible helps too bc 100% is not a straight line it may look different than it did before and that is okay. I am 7 years post stroke. Never give up though. Recently just this year I began to get movement back in my hand which has been the most difficult. No matter what doctors or anyone say’s believe in God and yourself. He will never leave or forsake us. The shear proof that we are still here is a sign that we are evidence of God’s grace and mercy. We are all miracles. I pray everyone success and blessings for the rest of the year and years to come!

[@mattburgess2571]

Thanks!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you SO much for supporting Post Stroke ❤️❤️

[@motivationstream4075]

Thanks

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you SO much for supporting Post Stroke ❤️❤️

[@motivationstream4075]

@ ❤️

[@teresastuart5881]

Elsie I really like your videos ,I do the arm an hand stretch's every morning .Thank you so much .

[@kellyrosegreene1698]

thank you...i am struggling with my new self..i had stroke hit older age at the same time! difficult

[@davidmarks509]

I greatly dislike Stroke survivor as a name. This might sound silly but I call it an *S* or maybe strokie. I know that might seem strange, but I am a bit eccentric, but I am a very positive person. When I was in hospital I think my backup personality might of kicked in. I became a very outgoing caring person. I was caring and sportive as much as possible to anyone that anyone that came into my room, doctors nurses food people, and cleaners. I made lots of friends while I was there. The thing is I am/was a very shy person, I tend to avoid people. One of my goals is to get my fruit and veggie organic garden started, for that I need to be able to walk outside. I walk inside as much as possible and its getting better each day. I can make my own breakfast. Sometimes it feels like my muscles are screaming at me to rest, and I do sit down a fair bit. I am very grateful for the people I have met, and even this experience. Its like a second chance. I am grateful everyday. I look forward to your videos. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

It's not silly at all! Everyone has different preferences and gravitate toward what makes them feel empowered. I get that! I love that your "backup" personality kicked in at the hospital! How amazing. It sounds like you've been making a ton of progress in your recovery and I love your goal of organic gardening. Keep me posted on how it's going ❤️ and thank you so much for sharing your experience and perspective 😊

[@leestimson12]

I am 9 months out from my stroke and have been noticing how I am now. Not comparing to how I was before, but seeing myself now.The thought of 100% recovery is not a real concern. I am continuing to make progress weekly. Weekly is the measure I look at because daily is to narrow a margin in recovery in my opinion. I don't expect 100% from what I have learned so far both in myself and other survivors. But I am aiming for a good 85% or better. I will be ok with that.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you so much for sharing a bit about your experience. ❤️I think your attitude and mindset is really healthy. It sounds like you have realistic, yet still optimistic goals for your recovery!

[@sharkbites5472]

Hi, thanks for the video. But, when people ask you if I can recover 100% after I had a stroke. That’s what they really mean. To be able to recover back to being their normal self before the stroke happened. I already know the answer, all the doctors keep telling me and everybody else, that they really don’t know. Everybody is different. I’m so sick of hearing that. It makes me upset that the doctors don’t have many studies about the brain after a stroke. It’s ridiculous. Or I should say treatments after a stroke. They really haven’t come a long way in the field of stroke victims……✌

[@PostStrokeOrg]

I agree with you that I wish we had more studies detailing what exactly works and doesn't work as far as treatments go after a stroke. As you know, research unfortunately moves incredibly slow which is so frustrating, especially for the people it directly impacts. Therapists want to know this information, too! In general, we still know so little about the brain but there has been a lot of progress over the last decade or so. I hope for continued, rapid findings to guide treatment for stroke survivors!

[@sharkbites5472]

Thank you for your speedy answer. Looking into perispinal Etanercept injection. Of course the FDA just did the first clinical trial It showed that it helped all the people. But the FDA will take forever to approve it. So I have to pay out of pocket To get it, and then hopes it works. Do you happen to know anything about that?@@PostStrokeOrg

[@clivekempson2236]

Such a great video with such honest information. You provide so much genuine information

[@blue.5058]

I had a stroke two months ago. I was moved between three hospitals in that time, and the mental changes because of it made for the worst time of my life. I’m still dealing with the mood swings and other issues (like PTSD) as of now. 100% healed means 100% healed. You’re able to do what you did before the event. Anything less, no matter how slight, means you’re not healed.

[@dineshtandi8431]

I had stroke 2 or 3 year back worst experience but i did not lose my hope decided to fight having one hope in mind that one day i wil become as before gets slowly cured and now i back don't regret friends you are fighter you will overcome one day definitely this day will come have always little bit hope everyone has problems in the life

[@yangdenla1718]

Can you make a video about TIA , Lacunar infarct and The chances of getting stroke again. What to do , what not to do.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thanks for the recommendation. I do have a video you may find helpful on preventing a second stroke which you can find here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4DPZ5iNZrBsaqM

[@HameshCloocks]

thank u 💚🙏

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Welcome! ☺️

[@brianbrewer2909]

Technology is increasing at such a rapid rate these days it's possible that medical technology will help stroke patients/survivors in the near future in ways we currently can't imagine! Hoping and praying that somehow my mom recovers well enough that her best days are ahead of her not behind her.

[@KHATRIjyoti]

Hi i hd stroke 9 years bk n m still hv foot drop n little weakness in my hand n yes m nt dependent to anyone but i want to live my lyf again

[@kicknowledgesmith8608]

I think the 100% stats include strokes that were prevented, like clot buster procedures. you still had an event that can affect you mentally but avoid physical deficits.

[@firedragon2502]

"New you"🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔????? Well that depends on how long they had the stroke which determines the new them, if it exists, though I doubt. But to each his own. I had a hemorrhagic stroke August 27, 2022. Despite this major setback, I had no memory loss, and my cognitive abilities were normal. The only thing I need is for my right arm, hand, and foot to work, which is still effecting me to this day. Also my voice could use a little work, but it's the physical demands that's by far the most troublesome. Thankfully, I can walk --- even without a walker but it my right arm and hand that's most troublesome. Akin.

[@harshanisamarawickrama2209]

Thanks 👍🏻 So much Doctor. Our Mum Had ischemic Stroke 2 and TIA First Time ⌚. She Happened This Unfortunately She Was Shouting and Pressure Increased. Second Time ⌚ She ate CURD and Cakes With Sugar. We STOP 🛑 EVERY THOSE MEALS TO Her. Before This Her Doctor Not give Colostarol Tablet 💊 To Her Unfortunately. I Think Her Colostarol Level NOT Maximum Before The Stroke. Now She Is Recovering and Do Her Own Things Like Cooking 🍳 Cleaning Walking 🚶 Everything Her Voice Damage But Speak Slowly. Doctor Kindly guide Us Hw We Can Recovery Her To Live Long Life. So Feared about Her. She Took Medicines From Neurologists Doctors In Sri Lanka and She Want More Phisotherapy. I Saw Your Channel Suddenly. Kindly Tell Us about This Recovery and Process Correct Informations. We Will See Our Country 🇱🇰 Ayurweda Doctor For Do Treatments To Her. Fearful and Sad. Thank U so much 😿✈️😿🌌🌹

[@legendary8838]

I’ve already accepted I’ll have some deficits and permanent losses ,like I’ll never be a police officer again because I still struggle with opening my hand, bending my leg naturally, wiggling my toes etc 3 years later . If I can just find the love of my life and another great career I’ll be content with my life

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you for sharing! It's really tough when you can't go back to your previous career, especially if you loved it. Our work is often partially how we identify ourselves. But there are other careers out there that can still bring that sense of fulfillment. I hope you find yours ❤️

[@TerrileeYO]

there are those that say to stop hoping and start doing

[@herdiherdiana6228]

Ihopei😢😢😢i can walk again

[@Hartleymolly]

Life goes on….as a stroke survivor, nobody wants to hear us complain..

[@penbenner2319]

Well said you said it well for me I lived it I’m a different person after that stupid stroke

[@PostStrokeOrg]

❤️

[@sshibad]

fantastic

[@sajanninan4520]

❤️❤❤❤❤

[@catherinecarlson6164]

I was aware and able to think and speak after the stroke. No speech problems. I had remote speech therapy in he nursing home. My right hand and finger dexterity was affected. I'm trying to crochet a little and do m etimes playvthe piano whennimbinvthe mood. Itll take ea lon g time for my recovery. i have optimism and patience. I'm n I t c allowed tovdtivevyeyvltca b d miss ky independence but trust that my primary doctor has everyone's protection foremost in his mind. He doesn't want je to have an accident. I have my man drive me places.

[@vaughnwalker1840]

What a nice way of saying Hell No. 😊

[@harshanisamarawickrama2209]

If U Can answer. Thank U

[@garywalling4341]

Exactly what is 100%? For me if it means going back to dragging myself out of bed in the middle of winter to do some thankless, underpaid, monotonous job of work, with some over-zealous ass-h***e breathing down my neck. Or feeling 'compelled' to go out running in the rain and getting pneumonia, which is what happened just before my stroke. Or wasting my money hanging around some pub with a bunch of jerks every night then, no thanks I'll stay in stroke world and deal with it thank you very much. 🤣🤣🤣

[@PostStrokeOrg]

This is a good question and what I tried to answer in the video. When someone says 100% recovered, they usually mean back to their pre-stroke self. But you bring up a good point that not everyone wants to return to that life. Everyone has a very different experience!

[@sshibad]

ma am dr contractor hod spors medicine rehab reliance

[@sshibad]

hstats confuse me doc clear it thnks

[@LittleAngel-ry7zi]

Thankyou mam I'm from India Am amir

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Hi Amir! You're so welcome. Thank you for watching❤️

[@LittleAngel-ry7zi]

@@PostStrokeOrg you are so beautiful ❤️

[@ryanbarroga7384]

All I wanted is to carry my kids again able to type in a keyboard may not be 100% but it's ok as long as I can do it

[@fifthavenuegirl]

Hello. I am sorry, but this. video title is really. bugging me. I like you and I like your videos and I appreciate them. But whenever I hear anyone say 100 percent, probably not. I don't wanna hear that stroke. People want to set high bars for themselves. and have the highest energy expectations around them. And I don't wanna hear probably not. This depresses a crap out of me, and I. just wanna focus on the highest expectations as possible and keep working hard.

[@karlabrown4587]

as a stroke survivor I learned how to dress myself some time cry

[@penbenner2319]

It’s five years since I had five strokes first 4mini strokes then on top of that I hefty one that left me speechless 😮and couldn’t use my left hand

[@PostStrokeOrg]

I'm so sorry to hear this. Have you been able to access therapy over that time or recently?

[@penbenner2319]

@@PostStrokeOrg yes I have had a lot of help from natural resources private I would say that I am back about 80%ish My biggest struggle is mental and energy but I have learned that if I’m on b complex then I’m okay enough to Cary on with life

[@nikkiepperson7855]

Prestroke

[@harshanisamarawickrama2209]

Thanks 👍🏻 So much Doctor. Our Mum Had ischemic Stroke 2 and TIA First Time ⌚. She Happened This Unfortunately She Was Shouting and Pressure Increased. Second Time ⌚ She ate CURD and Cakes With Sugar. We STOP 🛑 EVERY THOSE MEALS TO Her. Before This Her Doctor Not give Colostarol Tablet 💊 To Her Unfortunately. I Think Her Colostarol Level NOT Maximum Before The Stroke. Now She Is Recovering and Do Her Own Things Like Cooking 🍳 Cleaning Walking 🚶 Everything. Her Voice Damage But Speak Slowly. Doctor Kindly guide Us Hw We Can Recovery Her To Live Long Life. So Feared about Her. She Took Medicines From Neurologists Doctors In Sri Lanka and She Want More Phisotherapy. I Saw Your Channel Suddenly. Kindly Tell Us about This Recovery and Process Correct Informations. We Will See Our Country 🇱🇰 Ayurweda Doctor For Do Treatments To Her. Fearful and Sad. Thank U so much 😿✈️😿🌌🌹