Is progress possible 18 months after a stroke or brain injury?

Should you continue to do rehab after 18 months? If so, why? Many health care professionals suggest that 18 months after a stroke or brain injury progress is not possible. What if those health care professionals are wrong? The idea that those healthcare professionals are misinterpreting out-dated research is more than possible, it is highly probable. Here more about why I think you might not be represented in those statistics. Beyond that, why stopping your home exercise routine and/or formal physical therapy is a bad idea.
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[@tomuchfunwithgas846]

I woke up paralyzed, I now walk unaided, drive myself, and live . NEVER give up.

[@jocelyntiangco7665]

How long before you can drive?

[@jond4014]

It doesn't take too long. Just gotta deal with the dmv they should've sent you paperwork about getting your license back. You filloutthat paperworkand send it in and they'll give you an appointment with the driver safety officer who will interview you and go over the process. Eventually can take the written test and get a driver's permit but you can only drive with a licensed driving rehab instructor. Then once you feel comfortable driving you schedule the driving test and if you pass, you're good to go.. that's how I did it here in california anyway.... It's definitely quite a process but doable.

[@jond4014]

@@jocelyntiangco7665 It doesn't take too long. Just gotta deal with the dmv they should've sent you paperwork about getting your license back. You fill out that paperwork and send it in and they'll give you an appointment with the driver safety office who will interview you and go over the process. Eventually You can take the written test and get a driver's permit but you can only drive with a licensed driving rehab instructor. Then once you feel comfortable driving again you schedule the driving test and if you pass, you're good to go.. that's how I did it here in california anyway.... It's definitely quite a process but doable.

[@yettaworks6382]

Great! 😊

[@themutekiununbi4932]

How long it took for you to recover? I am having my right arm and leg weak and in rehab. Just want to know as I am aware the recovery process will be long. Thank yoy

[@teresacollinsporterfield5488]

After my stroke while still in the ICU, the neurologist told my husband that if I survived, I would be a vegetable. I am here to tell everyone, 3 years post stroke, I am walking, talking (with a few problems), driving, and thinking for myself! It is all about motivation! How dare you tell me I can't do something! I will show you! That is exactly the way I think. I even get more motivated with Dr. Tabias's weekly education and exercise tutorials. Thank you Dr. Tabias.

[@lsipel]

Same here God bless

[@teresacollinsporterfield5488]

@@lsipel Same to you Lucy 😊

[@virtuosoproductions4589]

Your experience is similar to mine. I had a stroke after surgery to remove growth around my carotid artery. I spent 4 weeks in coma only to have lungs collapsed. I have worked very hard to gain some of my life back. I can walk without a cane, but slowly. Only reason I take my cane to people are patient with my slow pace. Now, I'm working to get my hand back, my shoulder and tricep-bicep balance is there now.my moto is to never give up.

[@teresacollinsporterfield5488]

@@virtuosoproductions4589 I am so very proud of you as you should be for yourself. My recovery has really changed my thinking in so many ways and forced me to learn patience.

[@virtuosoproductions4589]

@@teresacollinsporterfield5488 thanks, it's a strange journey for someone who was very active, athletic and one of the top contributors to the society. My stubborn personality is helping me get to be the best version under the circumstances. Thanks for your encouragement dear. We're all trying to help one another.

[@ivettebravo1162]

I was told, no progress after a year. I don't beleive that and I will not give up, I'm ready to keep on. God bless you Dr Tara, your videos are great !!

[@virtuosoproductions4589]

Please read my comment above. Most of my improvements were after one year. And, my stroke was massive and doctors couldn't give me tap due to freshly sown arteries. I dont believe any expert. I believe my own experience. Keep working on improvements.theres no plateau.

[@Fx_Explains]

​@@virtuosoproductions4589 any latest?

[@nikkiepperson7855]

I was told the same thing but I didn’t believe what they told me. I have still have made progress at 5 year mark now.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes!!! Keep going and you will keep seeing progress. 😊

[@teresacollinsporterfield5488]

I love this Nikki! You go girl. I love it!

[@nikkiepperson7855]

@@teresacollinsporterfield5488 we got to continue to push nobody is going to do it for us!

[@teresacollinsporterfield5488]

@@nikkiepperson7855 You've got that right. You seem very determined and that is precisely how we must be. Dr. Tabias has helped me so much it's hard for me to express.

[@debrahanmer6074]

I had a massive stroke 23 years ago. I was told that I may not walk or talk again. I have proved them wrong! I continue to make progress. Since the pandemic I have discontinued going to the gym and felt like I was getting weaker. I recently found your youtube videos! I Love them!!! I am doing new exercises with you and feel my walking has improved. My right arm was also affected, taking your advice I have started stretching again and working on improving my arm. I encourage everyone to never give up, progress does slow down and sometimes goes backwards but if you have a positive attitude and mindset you will improve!! Thank you so much Tara!!!

[@crystalgoodall9164]

I am here to tell you I Got My Memory back after 2 years ...just can’t talk verbally . I’m getting better with speech therapy..... Never give up!!!!!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes!! I must say, I have never noticed any aphasia in your comments 😊 Keep going!!

[@jayo4266]

My Hubby's Speech developed once he was involved with other people outside of family or Community Care group, Men's Shed, Adult Literacy class.. Adult Education facility. They helped reduce stress aiding speech production.. Mimicking What's App speech videos may help flow of speech.. Music Intonation Therapy another method.

[@danjuneau]

Hi Crystal! Thank you for sharing your story. Was your memory list short term or long term memory? My daughter lost her short term memory. She can’t remember what happened 30 seconds ago, even after one year.

[@katelynlee574]

Danielle Juneau do you have any tips on how to help someone with very bad short term memories?

[@crystalgoodall9164]

@@katelynlee574 Long time memories are always been fine...it’s the short term memories that’s always been a problem.. glad their back.....I had a stroke and a heart attack

[@jronkowski4346]

I talked with a very young physical therapist at U of Illinois who’s got “ amazing results “ with someone 9 years post stroke. She said it surprised everyone.

[@lespangen]

Move arm and improve leg movement 😬🙏

[@lauraanderson6608]

Is there a website to look into

[@jronkowski4346]

@@lauraanderson6608 check in your area for Physical therapists who have dealt with neurological issues

[@bradgreenwood2658]

I'm finding a lot of doctors are not versed in strokes

[@nojtone59]

After 2 months in a wheelchair,5 months O/P rehab..am walking w/o a cane(limp),driving,etc..2 years later rehabbing on my own at Planet Fitness.Progress is slower but still there...Dr.Tobias is correct..never give up..each stroke and each person is different

[@yaminanskinner3674]

Beautiful

[@markd3300]

The long and short of stroke recovery is simply never to quit.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Mark! Sometimes it is best to K.I.S.S. (keep it super simple) 😊

[@eltiobry3859]

I work with a patient that suffered an hemorragic stroke, his neurosurgeon said he should forget about walking, god he was so wrong, he is now walking and recovered independence in his life thanks to the rehab program that i am implementing, of course with all of your valuable information, thank you for this videos it helps a lot

[@scottwhite2583]

My theory on it you can’t give up you may not get 100%recovery that doesn’t meant you have to give up on improving yourself. I’m doing things now they I chi oulfny to two weeks ago. And I’m over 3 years out from my stroke

[@lauraanderson6608]

I would love to get some information about all of this information..a year and half into my stroke that affected my left side gotten everything back but my hand..please I'm willing to keep fighting for my life back

[@cjmp200]

I appreciate this channel and oddly enough I found it days after my third round of therapy. ❤️

[@katelynlee574]

Can you please provide me some information on what program you have implemented for your patient?? Please!!

[@eltiobry3859]

@@katelynlee574 sure, i mainly focus on stretching most of the afected joints and facilitating mobility, the stretching part is actually very important, since it reduces pain, and improves the mobility excersices, now i am more advanced with my patient and i actually make him use his affected side, but it is hard because he always starts requiring support on his limbs or i end up going back to stretching, it depends and it takes time but he eventually ends up needing less support the more he practice an exercise

[@emanthey1140]

Thank you so much for the words of motivation. I’m 14 mo after my stroke and some days it is hard. The recovery is slow but I try to focas on where I’ve been.

[@relaxwithnature6532]

I was told I would never used my right hand again. I proved them wrong. Happy new year Tara.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Tamara!! Thank you for sharing this. So many people need to read this and will be better because of it. I am so grateful to have you in this community.

[@stevejulmiste7525]

What did you do?

[@kensalamba324]

5 yrs into the stroke, My goals for 2021 are to 1. Walk without the aid of a walking cane and 2. To be able to pick and drink from a glass of water using my weaker left arm

[@HalfWarrior]

Ken, I really hope that you are able to do that. I'm only 2 years from my stroke in 2019. I would like to do the same thing. I also lost left side.Godspeed and God bless you sir.

[@tinagurung9136]

Same here 2 year post stroke mine too left side affected, trying a lot

[@HalfWarrior]

@@tinagurung9136 Hi Tina, sorry to read that you had a stroke; paralysis left side; so of course I don’t have to tell you how much it sucks! I wish you the best and be stubborn and fight;that’s my plan,anyway. May God bless you.

[@varsharaut7267]

Thank you so much Dr Tara. My husband got stroke eight months back and I too was told by so many people that the recovery will be in first six months. I started watching your videos and they were so helpful. I started understanding his problems at every step. I watch at least one video every day and it boosts my confidence and knowledge. Three Cheers to you. God bless you.

[@blissboat]

Same for me- people said i would runout of steam and motivation at 3 months post stroke. I found out this not so. my wife and therapists contined to praise and celebrate small progress and kept me going. now ive gone from paralysis to able to walk up stairs at home. no question that this therapy is not fun. until you are making progress and then it becomes a winning activity....

[@marissafranz5412]

I will start watching one everyday too! I may have lost my PT twice a week, but I can still work on getting stronger at home💚.

[@edwinacosta3046]

My goal this year is to move my left arm properly and walk properly.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Edwin! Hand recovery is a slow process but do not give up and stick to the your plan of daily exercise. I can't wait to read updates on how you are progressing!

[@gaildetschaschell3771]

That’s my goal for my stroke

[@legendary8838]

Me too, I’m still waiting on my left arm and for my walk to smooth out

[@arotoge]

Me too

[@dancers1113]

Happy New Year Dr. Tobias!! I suffered a stroke/seizure in 2016. And you are so right the therapist told me that I won’t be getting better but with the help of these videos I will!! So a new year new me!!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Michelle! You have what it takes. Trust me on this. Keep going!

[@charleseddy6545]

They work! Be consistent and don’t allow off-days to throw you off. We WILL!

[@samanthasims7123]

Holy shhh how long did take for u to walk talk again

[@dancers1113]

@@samanthasims7123 I was waking with a cane and I still do but I’m getting better.

[@samanthasims7123]

@@dancers1113 thank u how long did it take u to get your speech back?

[@ismaelyusoph8783]

Thank you so much Dr. Tobias you are sent by Allah to help stroke patients. All your exercises posted here in your youtube benefits so much every day. God bless

[@danmartin888]

Dr Tara, What a great video! I am 26 months into my rehab. I found this channel 6 months ago, just when insurance stopped for my live rehab. I have used the video as continuing rehab. I have made steady progress. I started after a left side brain bleed stroke deviated my right side. I was bed bound. I now have

[@danmartin888]

the ability to walk on a walker, can use my right hand and have my speaking back to about 80 percent. My 2021 goal is walk on a cane (and get ready for 100 percent mobility) NO WHEELCHAIR..using my right arm as good as left and speaking and singing good. I can do it. Thank you so much for encouraging all of us! God Bless You

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes! Those are HUGE wins!!!! Now on to these next set of goals. It won't be easy but I believe in you and I know you can do anything you put your mind to. 😊

[@trigunwill5248]

Thank You❤️. My goal is to push harder than I did the past few years of my stroke

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes!! It is super common to go through periods where you might not go as hard at your therapy. Glad to read that you are going to get back at it in 2021!

[@elmermuceros5893]

Me too

[@davidwebber9291]

Dr Tara, you are really God sent, I have heard this story (not from my doctor or physio), but from other people and it can be very discouraging. Thank you for this video, it is very encouraging and makes me want to continue with my rehab exercises.

[@perezcaesarius2842]

Hi.My name is Perez and I am 30 years old. It has been 11 months of my journey as Stroke (Hemorrhagic) Survivor. Everyday is a better day. Keep a positive mind. Have faith. Amen for speedy recovery to all of us. And thank you Dr. Tara. Your videos has been a great aspirations and motivations that helps me in many ways.

[@Rizwaan359]

Meto 30 year n left side hemoraige n 11 month but i cn walk alone hand not wrking but i do exrsises

[@Rizwaan359]

I hop u ok now

[@robertgreen5038]

Have at it! In it to win it 🙂 Doc came in after my stroke and told me I have had quite a bit stroke and I should lower my expectation My reply I'm going to take great pleasure proving you wrong 23 1/2 hours in bed in hospital for 7 weeks Finally got out of hospital after a dose of Covids as well these videos are a lifeline I've progressed visably since getting home and following them Sometimes exercising to much though and totally exhausted but working on a more structured program 🙂xxx

[@michaeljordan6628]

My biggest improvement from TBI came from year two to three. Regained my ability to run and saw huge improvements in my memory. Just started year three.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Michael! Thank you for sharing this!

[@unnecessaryoverkill]

About 5 years ago I had a stroke (left side carotid artery filled up, and piece of it broke off and got lodged in the brain). The Doctor told me that 6-12 months would pass and after that no progress would be made. The Therapists after that, though, were telling me that progress would continue every year. Thank God for the therapists!!! Every day I remember something or can do something physical that i wasn't able to do previously.

[@68ice]

Dr. Tara, exactly today, one year ago i've suffered the stroke that changed my life the way Iit was. one year of battles, optimism, desperation, laughs, sadness.A crazy mix of feelings that defined the last year for me. one of the best things that could happen for me was finding your channel and hear your messages of hope and suggestions of exercises ! thanks a lot you are most likely an angel in my life, and hope next time I'll travel to Orlando with the kids I could meet you personally to say thank you walking without any help. BTW I'm from Brazil and always share your videos with the guys at the rehab.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Omar, thank you for sharing the emotional "roller coaster" that is so common with neurologic conditions. It is so good that you recognize these emotions and face them head on. If this channel has anything to do with a small part of the positive moments, I feel I have done what I have set out to do 😊 I appreciate your continued support and your generosity in taking the time to share these videos with others!

[@BlasianGoddessTM77]

I suffered a Brain Stem Stroke last January 24, 2021. Right side numbness and somewhat slurred speech. On the 4th day (January 28), I was able to move my hand, finger, and legs. But when I would walk, my knee would buckle. I’m making progress one day at a time. For me, it’s mind over matter. I also love to meditate to exercise my brain and emotions

[@robb4732]

My greatest strides in stroke recovery occurred years after. If I had had better insurance, that might have made for a different recovery. Now, 10 years out, I still work on certain specific physical goals. Being a biking fanatic, I cycle daily on a very near competitive level and always have a physical goal I’m working towards.

[@kizombalipz6440]

Thank you soooooo much...i have been following you for about 6 months and you are my motivation....my husband had a stroke in oct 2019 and i was told he would die or stay in a neuro vegetative state,,,today he walks and ineracts,,eats on his own...takes a shower,,goes to the washroom...we have been home since feb 2020 and i watch your videos almost daily for inspiration...i believe that he will improve as long as we work at it...no limits....thank you

[@larrylowery6508]

My former primary care provider has told me that my left hand will not move no more 😞 that was in 2017 one year after stroke in 2016 and did not believe what she said 😊 well I do have a weakness in my left hand and will resume PT and OT in 2021 💪

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes! I am so glad you are going to get back into therapy. Never give up!!

[@larrylowery6508]

@@rehabhqofficial Thank you I will never give up or give in ever!

[@scottwhite2583]

I think you can’t ever give you in your recovery. Neurologists admit that don’t know everything about the brain.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes! I would prefer more neurologists say "I don't know" than "no". I am so glad to see you have a never give up attitude!!

[@scottwhite2583]

@@rehabhqofficial I think about where as was when I released from my rehab hospital and the things I couldn’t do for Murrow that I now do for myself

[@cjmp200]

I had my stroke 5years ago and I’m still making progress

[@BR9900-w5l]

5 years post stroke and kicking goals. There's plateaus along the way where nothing seems to happen then it just takes off. I've never ever accepted that I won't recover. I was never told that I wouldn't recover, just that it was going to be long and hard work.

[@timmzwrld]

Thank you for this..I was told that about the 18 month too!!!..I had a ischemic stroke back in April and I been getting better with my wife being my therapist and having a routine for me every day 7days a week. Thank you doc for putting that 18 months in to a better understanding

[@bernadettekoch6833]

Hi Dr. T Happy New Year🎉Hit a little wall with therapy but am recommitting in 2021. This pandemic is tough in so many ways. Thanks for the New Years encouraging talk👏🏻

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Bonnie, you are not alone. Holidays can make it super hard to stay diligent with the exercises. I am confident you can get back on track!! You have not come this far to only come this far 😊

[@nikkiepperson7855]

Never give up on yourself frustration can come but keep fighting. We are strong!

[@fps636]

10 months in. Keep on keeping on. Dr. Tobias is my greatest influence. .

[@craftyplanner]

Thank you! I’m at that threshold. I’m wanting to be able to walk further. Build my posture. And work on my spasticity. Happy New Year everyone!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes!!! You have now proclaimed what you WILL accomplish in 2021. I can't wait for you to share your accomplishments 😊

[@sherifatsaliu1722]

Thank you Doctor Tara,you have really been a source of hope for me, I had my stroke 14months ago,though I can walk around slowly, but sometimes i fear that I might never get my left hand function again .

[@rehabhqofficial]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your story! It is absolutely ok to fear the unknown. Feel it, but try not to dwell in it 😊 All you have control of in this moment is the work you put in to get yourself 1% better. Don't give up on that arm!!

[@gracehauver7994]

God bless you! I will never stop encouraging and working with my husband. He has surpassed all predictions!

[@mrazboi]

thank you for giving hope to stroke rehab. Your insight is making me as a therapist rephrase- the words I tell my patients and their family about their prognosis for recovery. I always quote statistics and that may not for be the best.

[@russeljondonero1541]

Thank you Dr. Tara for the videos it helps a lot to stroke patients like me and motivates me to work hard on daily exercises... it's almost a year since I was stroke and I've gone through many challenges because of financial and only twice that I gone to a PT since then I only following your KZbin channel and had doing my exercises and its almost 2 mos now that i do not used my cane anymore... And I'm working on my right arm and fingers to improve and hoping to lessen the spascity that I suffer. And I thank the Almighty for having a people like you Dr. Tara that gives hope to those patients who hopeless... Happy new year!🎆♥️👍💪🙏

[@rehabhqofficial]

Russel, I am so glad that you have found a way to help yourself despite not have access to a ton of in-person therapy. IMO, you are going to get further, faster having to have had to figure things out on your own. This is the honest truth. You got this!!

[@ericneely7746]

I am 16 months since my stroke. 3 weeks ago I started stretching my shoulder. After several days the spacity changed with my hand. My hand has been open since.

[@lsipel]

From personal experience i am 3 years post ruptured brainaneurysm and a clot stroke and im still making progress never stopped I was paralyzed and everything im walking with a cane and just dealing with bad spastcity glory to God

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Lucy!!! Thank you so much for sharing this story. And as always, your comments are invaluable to others who may be struggling. I am so happy for you and can't wait for you to share what you accomplish in 2021!!

[@jayo4266]

Hubby had stroke 5 years ago. He continues to improve by being supported by professional therapists ie. Speech therapist, Occupational Therapist, Neuro Physio, Physio, Community Care Group inclusion, Men's Shed participant. Without these supports, less improvement as his self motivation is driven by external supports and involvement. Access and avilability to these supports continues to change. Keep asking, keep looking, keep trying, keep doing, keep exploring ideas. Use technology to aid recovery. Headphones with mic, mini 5 sec physio video clips. How fantastic and motivating... I find Tara is a great motivator and provides relevant and appropriate neuro physio exercises. Thank you..

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Jay!!! External support can be extremely valuable. Thank God your husband has you and your support. This is equally important and your efforts should not go unnoticed. Thank you for these practical tips for others who may need them. 😊

[@opeyemialuko7948]

Thank you for that encouraging comment. My husband also had a brain aneurysm/stroke in 2017. He also lacks motivation but not opportuned to have all those professional help. He has made slow progress with physiotherapy. It has been tough.

[@jayo4266]

@@opeyemialuko7948 Dr Tobias videos are really good. I look through them then note the minute mark to get to the relevant point of the clip where hubby can follow. He has difficulty with comprehension. Also if you can include an exercise ie I get hubby to wipe the dinner table with both hands on cloth, then dry it. He's helping and exercising independently. Keep asking your local health services for support, link in with relevant charities, Heart Foundation, Acquired Brain Injury, Wheelchair Assoc. They have expertise to support both of you and your family. Take care of yourself, eat well, rest well. All the best. Jacqui

[@bryanb0016]

I'm Totally with you Dr. Tobias I am living proof! Though I wasn't 18 months post stroke I am 15 months though but I'm walking and going up stairs now after getting intense PT 15 months post hemorrhagic stroke Keep giving us hope.Dr. TOBIAS THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@opiegh3]

Thanks for this video.. I have been a little down trodden with my current stroke recovery and I am positive that these videos will help me get better in 2021. I am 7.5 months post stroke

[@melissahilliard2438]

Hi Tara,I had a stroke in 2018 I can walk but my knee feels like it wants to lock causing pain but my fingers are not letting go and I can’t reach half way but I’m not giving up my goal is to walk to my fiancé’s with out a cane and say I do with both arms holding him tight

[@johnspisak9729]

As always, your words and thoughts offer inspiration, hope and encouragement. I'll take all of that I can get. Thank you for all that you provide.

[@rizvanaisya5229]

Hi Tara, Thank you for this video, I'm recovering from spinal cord compression and that's exactly what I was told 2 years but I strongly believe each individual can reach their maximum potential. It is hard work but I'm celebrating each improvement, so I totally agree with you Thank you once again.

[@jamesgilliam8002]

Thanks so much for this video. Being in my 6th year of a brain injury and spasticity with a drop foot, I still see some improvement. It gives me hope.

[@imransaqib9720]

Thank you. This is the most motivating and balanced point of view I've since on this subject. It uplifted me in this very challenging time

[@HalfWarrior]

You always make sense to me, Tara, thank you! Hope 2021 is good to you!

[@fredkotthaus1518]

Thank you for this much needed information. They've come to late to tell me that I won't improve,30 months post stroke and still improving. Besides that what has one got to lose by continuing the rehab? I know personally that If I slack off say like around the holidays my joints get stiff and sore. Especially my shoulder. Remember that If you don't use it you will lose it

[@rehabhqofficial]

Absolutely! You and I are on the same page. There is more risk with stopping than with continuing. 😊 reading on these comments made me realize "I am preaching to the choir". People who follow my channel most likely already "get it". I hope everyone shares this to every support group and/or platform so that those who have given up will also regain their motivation to continue

[@Nina_2288]

🌞😃🌞 Dr Tara, you are so right!!!!! How can anybody say such a thing!!!! Recovery is a lifelong journey. And steps of recovery build on each other. There is no walking without training leg lift and no grabbing before thumb spastic is under control, just to mention two.... I change my PTs every 9 months because I get bored with their program and want to learn new things. One of them told me that spastics do never go away in her experience. That is ridiculous!! I left her after two sessions. My Spastics is gone 80 Percent through constant stretching. And now after 28 months after being half dead, half side limb and drastic spastic, I am able to learn and start things that were unthinkable 10 months ago!!!!!!! And I am convinced that in 2 years I will be able to walk outside and stand on a golf course. Not possible now, but I am on track. So don't EVER let anybody tell you that there is no improvement possible. That is humiliating, wrong and damaging. Always fight for your recovery, educate yourself and listen to your body. Every exercise counts and I am beyond thankful to Dr. Tara for her efforts and her community. 💛🙏💛

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Nina!!! I know I always say this to you, but seriously, your words and your story (of how you have overcome your stroke) are invaluable. Again, you are providing practical ways for others (who have suffered a stroke) to change the way they think about their circumstances. Thanks again and sending love and a Happy new year across the pond 😊 Regards, Chico 🐶and Tara 🙃

[@Nina_2288]

@@rehabhqofficial Dr Tara, so many comments pouring in on this topic... you really nailed the point. This is about taking control, about dignity and getting our lives back. Not listening to humiliating, short-minded comments and specialists that don't have any idea what we are going through. I love to read the stories of my fellows here, that gives so much strength and hope. Every stroke is different. And everyone here is willing to take control of their own life and health. Love you guys.

[@rehabhqofficial]

@@Nina_2288 Nine, fun fact, this video has more comments in the first 8 hrs than the last 8 videos have to date. I am so glad that you all are sharing your experience. This means more than anything I could possibly have said 😊

[@Nina_2288]

@@rehabhqofficial Yes, you triggered a real avalanche, because you are one of the very few who understand stroke. And that every survivor has the right to recover and get as much back as possible. No barriers, no stop signs, no limits. Only possibilities, options and choices. Science sees only studies, experiments, statistics. You see the humans, you give hope, talk passionately and you really care.

[@scottwhite2583]

One thing I tell other stroke survivors is to convince your caregivers to let you learn hope to do things for your self. When I go shopping on my own I get one of those small carts to ship with as long as I can walk I refuse to use the electric carts. I’d rather they be there for people who need them. And I learned quickly. If I ever feeling unsteady if I touch a shelf with a couple fingers it seems to reset my brain. And I tell survivors to put a step counter counter to the phone’s to keep track of my progress. I can remover in rehab 400 steps was a lot.

[@patriciachilders9955]

Thank you for your encouragement and expertise I’ll be watching 2021 will be a great year!

[@elizabethgochua4909]

Choose to believe Dr Tabias excercises and just do it! I had a stroke June 2018. When I was told I’ve reached my plateau I almost gave up. Now is August 2021, the challenges are getting more difficult. With the help of Dr Tabias videos, I continue. I choose not to give. What our mind conceive, our body can acheive!!!!

[@sabahetarakovic4256]

Thank you for all my ❤️ All the best

[@protaprana6767]

I had a CVA in March' 2021. Being treated by educated physiotherapists and occupational therapists for the last 18 months. I can now walk and do a few things by my own. But my right hand is still not workinng. Though it is getting strong day by day, but I am really afraid whether I can use it again. Anyway, still I keep hope I'll recover. I don't know whether I can walk like a normal person or ever I can drive again !

[@leeyinhoe4789]

Thank you for your enthusiasm. I agree that it is practice that makes perfect. It's like Bruce Lee's 10000 kicks quotation. We have to work on that movement!

[@sahm2adam]

Practice makes progress not perfect

[@virtuosoproductions4589]

Hey dr. T. Happy new year to you and fellow viewers. I was told best chance of recovery was within 6 months due to status of penumbra. Sadly, I was unable to sleep properly for first year due to uncontrollable clonus, so any e exercise I did; did not register deep in my brain to become natural. However, once I got that under control(one year), I started improving relatively fast. But, as time is passing, the rate of progress has become slower, even to the extent of discouragement. It does happen even after. So, I advise my fellow viewers to not get discouraged. Keep plugging along. It does improve even after 5 year, but slowly.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes!! Never stop trying. Progress is progress. Period. 😊

[@lorrainecicero5574]

I have had 5 strokes. I was doing very well after my 4th one, walking and working out 90 minutes a day/6 days a weeks. The only difficulty I have is stairs and standing still. If I stand still, I drift. My affected side is my left side. I just recently had my 5th stroke and my left side is back to square one with being so weak and struggling again with walking and such. I am here to say, I will never give up on myself and improving can and will happen. Be kind to yourself and God Bless. Lorraine

[@nathalie7790]

17 months post stroke and I'm still progressing. We just got to stick with our therapy. When we first start a exercise it's hard but if we stick with it we will get better.Dont give up our body can heal.with God all thing are possible!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Nathalie!!!

[@hanleyscat]

I got my CoreMax today! Looking forward to using it!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes!!!

[@dpaul5457]

Fantastic presentation! One's personal belief system can be limited or otherwise. The brain is an amazing organ. . . Never never never quit --Norman Vincent Peale

[@edwinacosta3046]

Dr. Tobias thank you very much for the motivation and information. I'm looking forward for this year 2021 to watch more videos to help my rehab and recovery. You're a BIG Help!.

[@anthonycarney907]

I know that my is getting better all the time I am thinking a lot more just after my stroke. I was ln bed an I noticed I was not thinking my brain 🧠 was quite every day I noticed I am doing small things I could not do before when I listened to u you r saying what I believe in u r coming out and staying u r the only person who gives hope keep talking xx

[@user-yw8fx3tf7l]

Thank you for the inspiration Dr. Tobias! You are 100% true!!! My best friend has suffered a stroke in December 2013, at his 46. He has worked very very hard through the years and his progress is still going on! 7 years later!!! He could not speak and his right side was completely paralysed. Now he keeps talking all the time :), he is driving his car and almost every week is achieving something new! Check out his KZbin channel (kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYfIk4t-etF5pJI) and you will see that you are more than right!

[@michellezwahr8993]

I wish i had seen your video earlier. I am about 18 post stroke after my second stroke in less than a year. I was in the hospital for a month. I didn’t have the financial means for the extended rehab. But i read everything i could get my hands on. I was so excited that i got the feeling in my leg and foot, but the balance got worse . The first video i saw was to start with my affected leg, and it has already made a difference.. I am so determined to get better.

[@ramilgallano3587]

THANK YOU DOC LOOKING FORWARD FOR MORE TIPS TO IMPROVE MY SELF AFTER MY STROKE

[@legendary8838]

Staying positive has been very difficult because I feel my progress has slowed down

[@yettaworks6382]

Thank you so much for your inspiration. My goal is to walk without devices. I had a stroke 2 years ago..Still working at it. I wont ever give up.

[@edwinacosta3046]

I love repeating this video thank you for the motivation Dr. Tobias.

[@creestee08]

when i had my stroke, the doctor told me that the golden hour or something for recovery is 6 months. this is the first time ive heard of the 18 months thing. positive thinking from yourself and positive reinforcement from your family, health provider and prayers do wonders.

[@Utumknights]

Thank you for this video. I just suffered a stroke at 48 years old ( only 4months.Ago) and was told by physio that though I initially made great progress ( am able to walk alone when I was completely paralyzed on left side still currently no left arm movement inbut now I have plateaued but I’m dedicated to recovering as much as my body can! But hearing this word plateaued is upsetting!!!especially after working so hard and smashing expectations! I feel I have much more progress I can/will make but hesearing them say this does defeat your mindset a bit to be honest

[@tjharris6530]

Thank you Dr Tobias, the timelines are very frustrating especially since the pandemic really halted therapy for me.

[@BKNAM]

My 2021 goal is to step up my rehab process and not make excuses to not do my exercises. Thank you for this video. It was very inspiring. ❤️

[@othersideph6990]

I walk with no cane after 2months of hemorhaggic stroke at age 33 last september 29,2020

[@laqueena1987]

Wow I'm also 33 and had a stroke back in August 2020

[@jayge26]

I'm 2 yrs and 4 months post ischemic stroke. I was told after a year I would not see progress but I have. I walk unaided, drive, work. I live pretty fully. I have few minor lingering issues that I'm working on. Keep going. Don't give up.

[@khalilahmad8424]

اللہ تعالٰی کی رحمت سے مایوس نہیں ہوتے جب تک سانس اس وقت تک آس I am fighting with my daughter's stroke since 2015. I hope one day I will succeed

[@hayahhayah504]

آمین 😇

[@khalilahmad8424]

@@hayahhayah504 ثمہ آمین

[@lanceblencowe2408]

thank you for the encouragement greatly appreciated

[@karenspivey9420]

I had an embarrassing drool after my first stroke in 2017. It has just recently gone away. (I think because I found an online singing group and was using more facial muscles!)

[@jacquelineblocker9221]

I NEED the tools : stool, grip splint, sticky strap. I refuse to fall down I could not get up. No cheerleader. I exercise on the bed. I’m at my sister its hard mentally . Your my Life COUCH. Tennessee.

[@jacquelineblocker9221]

LoL coach!!! Ha ha ha Tennessee Jacquee.

[@karimogando8902]

Thank you, Tara! I am from Argentina and I love your channel! I am 5 years post stroke and I am still working on polishing my walking enough to get to my long term Goal of going back to climbing mountains. Short term, my goal for this southern hemisphere summer is to make it walking by the street to the cave of the virgin of the snow, 1.4 km from home.

[@teresacollinsporterfield5488]

Can't hardly wait for tomorrow's video Dr. Tabias.

[@dorothyschriver6076]

Im really trying to get better 💯back to myself i do walk around and get some things done myself I just want to walk better than now i really appreciate you always 💯

[@rinpocherags8125]

In my case, three years out and still making progress. I don’t think it will end, and I had a large stroke.

[@ToaKingz]

Thank you so much for your videos. Great job. 🙏🙏🙏

[@anjumafshan1297]

Hi dr.am suffered from stroke. Last 5years but I make my mind one day i will be 101 recovery. Ur video make to continue my journey. Thank God bless you.

[@darkodarkovic7827]

As many have already said, that time limit does not exist, maybe only the speed of progress has anything to do with it, but I completely agree with Dr. Tara, it is a very complex process and each patient reacts differently. The brain is very adaptable and it is just a matter of personal motivation and the way the process is performed, great progress is possible, true the path is very slow but perseverance pays off. I testify to this by my own example, after 4 years with the great help of Dr. Tara's video I have progressed a lot. I have worked with many therapists, but Dr. Tara has invaluable knowledge and experience, I have not seen better, I will be grateful to her for the rest of my life. Never give up.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Thank you for sharing your story! As you said, "the brain is adaptable and it is a matter of personal motivation". YOU are the reason you are still making progress 😊 The hardest part for many people is the motivation part. I hope your testimony is the hope that some need to find that motivation. Btw, as always, I appreciate your encouraging and kind words regarding the content. I could not do it without you.

[@beauty.outof.ashes52gmaila79]

It's been longer than 18 months since my stroke. BUT, since I still don't have full function in my body YET, THERAPY CONTINUES!!! If nothing else, I'm get STRONGER!!!

[@aaronoyster9627]

At nearly 13 years post my last TBI, a goal of mine (actually for the past few years it's been a goal) is to explore other means of treatment (biofeedback, EMG, Mirror therapy, etc.).

[@mhowell1049]

I was informed 6 months I am still improving with great success

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yup. And I believe you will continue to do so...Keep going!

[@Leo24_MyStrokeVlog]

Thank ypu Dra TARA

[@awayne56]

Timely message Dr. Tobias. Thank you and Happy New Year! My mother used to tell us, "Can't never could" whenever we kids would say we couldn't do something. So don't focus me on what I can't do, but tell me what I can be doing has been my refrain to a few therapists over the years. I am 8 years post stroke and still relearning how to do things. My goal for 2021: Walk without glute pain. I'm working with my PCP toward getting a diagnosis. Once we have that then we'll be able to determine appropriate corrective action. FWIW, my working theory is arthritis may be the culprit. We shall see. First order of business: diagnosis!

[@kengoay1941]

Thank you very much and it is the best gift of the year for us. Happy New Year 2021 to you and every one.

[@thomasanselmi]

Hello Doctor Tobias. My wife suffered a massive stroke one year ago and we left rehab 5 months ago. We do physio 5 days a week and follow your videos closely. Thank you. I was wondering if you ever do zoom consultations? We have been dealing with a very specific foot issue that is intermittent and haven’t been able to get clear answers. Still working on walking and balancing. We aren’t there yet but it’s certainly improving. We’re in Canada so Orlando is a long way away.

[@lunarmoduleandmad]

Does this 18 month timescale also apply to spinal stroke victims? It is now approximately 18 months since my spinal stroke and I do feel I've plateaued with regards my physical recovery but I'll not give up and hope further small progress can be made.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi John, this is an excellent question! spinal strokes are not represented in many of the studies, but based on my experience, there is no such thing as a "one-size-fits-all" timeline.

[@rishanaalibach9416]

That is correct what you saying. What have some one choice.

[@marissafranz5412]

Oh my goodness this video made me cry I feel like I have been fighting so hard to get my PT back after they cancelled it. I want to keep working hard and I don't understand why I wasn't able to continue to get PT. Long story but I feel this video made me realize I am right to want to continue PT. I am going to keep fighting to get the help I need to get better. I can also do more at home than I am doing now, I will start watching these videos everyday to continue to get better😀😀

[@richardrivera7317]

I believe progress comes with mindset.

[@rehabhqofficial]

100% Richard!!

[@dunnettealleyne8147]

Happy New Year Dr Tee