How To Make The Most Of Your Recovery After Stroke | Stephanie Hopwood, PT / Stroke Survivor

[@theophilusmensah9895]

Thanks Stéphanie, I agree with everything you said, I am a 4 years stroke survivor. It is unprofessional for some doctors to assign a recovery time period. No matter how long the attack, what I found out is that every day there is some improvement, no matter how minimal, now I bathe, dry myself, dress up and able to finger my guitar a bit, with my affected left fingers. Nobody should give up, with any brain damage, every little improvement is BIG and a blessing, just like a child earning to walk or talk, it takes repeatition and determination.

[@leslovesliberty1776]

Thank you both so much, this is exactly what I needed to hear. I'm 8 months post-stroke & have been feeling Discouraged because I'm not "better". Physically I'm much better but cognitively not so much. This conversation gives me so much hope! I will focus on the fact that I've made physical progress, not worry so much about my cognition, remember my "why", & yes double down on my PT & healthy habits!! 💯🙏💪

[@derekterrell3465]

I'll never give up, we can do this praying all heal

[@mcastanedajones]

💯💯❤❤

[@priscilladamon3059]

I'm 3 yrs post echeamic with paralyzed left side and no means to have physio help.... Do I have any hope. Can my brain heal without help???? From SOUTH AFRICA 76 YRS OLD PRISCILLA

[@derekterrell3465]

I'm not a Dr but I trust and believe in God and this is my belief,God can heal anyone at anytime,I've heard and seen people healed after 7 years or more ,the brain can always heal and find new pathways @priscilladamon,I will pray for you,Yahusha please heal your daughter show her you are the great physician.amen ,thank you Yahuah

[@sreelakshmi2584]

My father had a stroke this year in January. Ischemic acute stroke. The dr said he'll recover in 6 months. Now it's been 10 months, he's barely walking and depressed too. It was unprofessional of him to say so. But we are trying our best, he's doing exercises all the time and that makes us worry. He's afraid he can't back to his work. He is in the forces. Pray everyone accepts the changes and be happy

[@0e32]

I can recommend trying MCT oil. A teaspoon every morning so that the liver produces ketones which the brain then uses as reserve fuel in addition to glucose. Big difference to my wife who had a stroke 6 months ago!! Like turning on and off a lamp. Greetings from Sweden.

[@marziaserena4247]

0e32: many thanks for sharing and suggesting the MCT OIL, which I am going to try. Greetings from Kent ( England)

[@0e32]

Hello! We have only tried MCT oil from Coconut but I have read that the ones with the most C8 should work best. You notice when you take too much when you get loose in your stomach, so step it up over a period of time so that the bacteria in the gut learn to handle the oil.@@marziaserena4247

[@JustJulesAgain]

This is awesome news. Ive been trying to go carnivore and add mct oil in my coffee, i totally forgot about it, until you mentioned this. My mom just had a mini stroke or TIA. We aren't sure yet. But that makes sense. Thank you.

[@0e32]

@@JustJulesAgain If you take MCT oil, the liver makes ketones without you needing to fast. Ketones are the body's primary source of energy and cross the brain barrier without being dependent on insulin, because everyone is more or less insulin resistant and is glucose-driven because we eat carbohydrates, the brain usually does not go to full effect when we get older, maybe only at 70% and then get the 30% extra through ketones. Too much MCT makes you loose in the stomach, so just take a little at first. Good luck! Feedback

[@abimbolacole5995]

Watching this video,l am believing that l will totally recover from my mild stroke watching someone who has been in my shoes before; she knows what is feels to be in that position.Praise God.😊

[@status-xk8kr]

What a unique perspective Stephanie has being a PT and also a stroke survivor. These videos are extremely helpful for those with limited access to OT and PT. Thank you

[@priscilladamon3059]

Yes we appreciate it dearly!!!!!! I'm not ale to have O T ..just checking this kind of videos when possible..very encouraging!!!! too. and the guilt and shame of the paralyzes seems to dim..... Many people gives you a guilt complex that the fact that you're not recovered is laziness..which is devestating for your self image😢

[@priscilladamon3059]

Especially when yor siblings brake you down😢

[@starlutu7929]

👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽Hope,is the bridge between the impossible and the possible 💕 🙏🏾much appreciated clip🤗😇

[@lizgolden97]

Amazing interview! It's wonderful to hear people who are both equally empathetic as they are knowledgeable.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@lizgolden97 Thank you so much! Stephanie is an amazing person and therapist ❤️

[@carriehathaway4089]

29 months and I have improvement every day. Some days very little and some days much more. Some days are very tough to stay motivated other days it’s easy to workout.

[@lesterhousel]

Great video series. I watched all of them this morning. My wife is in rehab currently falling a stroke series of strokes. We had just returned from a Viking cruise number six to Alaska. She cannot walk to our bathroom with our help, following the stroke. We called 911 ended up in emergency room ;then the hospital for 9 days and now in Rehab for 100 days. We are older. She is 87. I’m 85. She had four stents several years ago. I had five bypasses in 2005. We’ve been on the blood thinners, statins, Blood pressure pills;😮 you name it. We have been taking one from New Zealand [AG1]for over a year which is helped our appetite and, possibly other health issues. On the Viking cruises we ate a lot of seafood as opposed to the other process foods and meats! T😮he service was fantastic and it was great experience on all six cruises. That she can continue to improve over time. That’s important for many recoveries, thank you again. I’ve watched and downloaded all of your videos except the last one on Bed exercises. Lester.

[@angleazero1275]

Great conversation thanks!

[@sarabjitlally8319]

Very encouraging your work for me who stroke survivor since 2 years

[@lizgolden97]

Thanks!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@lizgolden97 Thank you SO much for your support of Post Stroke ❤️ The book is only accessible from our Paypal fundraiser, but if you email me at [e-mail], I'll make sure you get a copy!

[@supervelinYT]

Amazing interview, I really appreciated both of your perspectives on habits and goals. I think establishing habits is how I've been able to push my recovery so far and I don't plan on stopping!

[@BillDingee]

Although many do not have a loving❤, supportive, patient, and encouraging spouse, mine has been a major reason for why I keep moving forward. Wanting to play a full round of golf again also helps 😊

[@sharonhutchison3708]

After my stroke in Oct 2021 I moved to Florida where I tried to go back to Pt and Ot,but my doctor tried to tell me that it was to late for me to recover from my stroke. I had a Basil ganglia stroke. I knew it was not so, but because I'm on so far out I believe doctors believe there is just 12 months for recovery.

[@lesterhousel]

Thanks!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you SO much for your contribution to Post Stroke! ❤️❤️

[@johnbutz4857]

That's exactly what I was told the day I was released from the rehab center. Doesn't really make for a great outlook for your recovery. Could be phrased differently like your best time to regain use of -------- will be in the first 6 months after your stroke. But you can still gain after that initial 6 months. Might be a better phrase and give the stroke patient a better outlook or more hope with that being said.

[@agohio8366]

Thank you for giving hope to the hopeless 🙏

[@PostStrokeOrg]

❤️

[@j.w.675]

Thank you for this very informative video. Really appreciate realistic perspective that is truly relatable.

[@purpose8141]

Yes! Love this! Thank you

[@janetperry182]

Thank you so much i understand you better my doctor told me its what it is for now i felt so bad when he told me this i was discourage and sad but i like how you explain its take time 4years i see improveme now i still have this drop toe i can cook bathe myself dress myself thank you for your encouragement i am so grateful not to late God bless you

[@sharonhutchison3708]

Love this interview lots of information would love to get the book, but don't know how.

[@BillDingee]

I followed the links attached to this video and made a donation, which will be worthwhile for those who are helping others. They have a ways to go.😊

[@marziaserena4247]

Thank you very much Elyse for this amazing video and the interview with Stephanie: I have really enjoyed listening to her while replying to your questions: I hope she can return again and share even more in regard to her experience as a PT and also as a Stroke survivor. Congratulations to both of you! Ps Sent a donation to Post Stroke

[@fifthavenuegirl]

been losing steam lately been depressed left hand trying to psych myself again no ots in my town been on my own

[@purpose8141]

I understand losing steam. Follow this channel for encouragement. 💖. Also the book I shared, helped me.

[@JustJulesAgain]

Sounds like you need some electrolytes, vit Dk2, and B vitamins. Mct oil seems to help some as well. Just a suggestion. I remember feeling like that, I wasn't eating enough, nor drinking enough water, no electrolytes, and not enough clean food. Tons of coffee tho. Terrible. It can come back, but like anything worth having it takes some doing. And sometimes saying no, and resting. Hugs.

[@TimothyCook-k3s]

Ty 😊 🙏 for all of the hope welll get there realsoon. .

[@TheTexasMortgageGuide]

Y ou did a great job with this interview. Awesome information. Thank you!!

[@jonathanwhitehouse2378]

Hi,any suggestions for left hand pain after right m2 occlusion.Gabapentin and cocodomol combined have not helped.😟

[@JenRuzickaLee]

mindset is key!

[@sheaview8427]

I was a healthy, active person with no problems such as hypertension when I had a stroke as I slept. Nine months later, I still have balance issues, but very few other problems. I'm afraid of dying early, and that bothers me more than my other deficits.

[@priscilladamon3059]

Thanks we need as much as possible help and advice😟😟😟😩😩

[@eloisebandlady]

Thank you.❤

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Of course ❤️❤️ thank you so much for being a channel member 😊

[@leahgepielago2114]

💜😘🙏💛🙂Thank you, Maam Stephanie. Despite my situation I am believing that GOD will help us all. GOD bless you, more in a wonderful way!!❤😘🙏🙂💜

[@deejae8295]

I’ve enjoyed your videos after a rental costume after having a stroke in January. I ran across your videos when I did not have home healthcare until five weeks of my discharge. I did not know there is a stroke recovery month. I would like to donate to help you get around your world. However I don’t have PayPal account. Is there another way we can help you buy a donation in another form.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@deejae8295 Thank you so much for your kind words! You don't have to have a Paypal account to donate. You can just use a debit/credit card through the donation form. Thank you so much for wanting to support Post Stroke! We appreciate you ❤️

[@MsDivaSassy]

Donated, thank you so much!!!😊

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you SO much!!

[@priscilladamon3059]

I'm now 3 yrs post echeamic and still not moving in my left.dint have med ins..😟😩😭

[@precious2k173]

10 months in. I'm hoping to return to work, I teach elementary. I also want to resume my favorite hobbies, crochet.

[@barbarakoehler7334]

My husband has TIA a lot. Nothing seems to be helping we have been to Dr's done all kinds of test. Start new medication, has brought on early on set dementia and alzimer. Don't know what to do so afraid to just find him dead one day. And he will only do so much of what the Dr's say. I'm so lost.

[@debbiebolus1252]

I wish i could donate

[@robinmilner8905]

Thank you

[@ChristopherHarle41048]

Great interview

[@HallaVillage]

As a survivor who spends time in online stroke survivor spaces, it frustrates me when people say "that doesn't work for me" when they only tried it a few times.

[@suzysanders6267]

What was the name of her book?

[@bluevireo425]

Sadly elderly are Not on line....understand the ebook benefits though. Thank you for your effort. But I will read it.

[@riverdog6875]

Donated! Thank you

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you SO much! ☺️ ❤️Please let me know if you have any trouble downloading the book.

[@tracybeaner889]

My frustration is not being able to complete my work without becoming confused

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Good content 💖

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power Thank you so much!

[@iangrindey]

i made a paypal donation, how do we get hold of the book?

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you so much for your donation! You should have been redirected to our website to download the book from PayPal. But if you weren’t, email me at [e-mail] and I’ll send you a copy ☺️

[@legineacahill4785]

Do you have any tips on sensory recovery

[@abimbolacole5995]

The Title of your book please.l would like to read it.l cant make donations because of foreign exchange regulations in my country.Thank you.

[@stephanieyarbrough1538]

I donated two weeks ago and I haven't gotten my book yet.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you for donating! I’m sorry about that. Please email me at [e-mail] and I’ll make sure you get a copy

[@stephanieyarbrough1538]

Thanks, I sent you my address. Your videos have really been helpful. Thank you. Keep up the good work!!

[@suzysanders6267]

What kind of stroke did you have?

[@sajanninan4520]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@purpose8141]

Look at diet too. Foods with BDNF

[@chrisferga2750]

I was told if you don’t achieve movement in the first two weeks it’s not going to come back

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@chrisferga2750 Wow, that is the most backwards thing I've heard. Whoever told you that did not understand neurological recovery. I'm so sorry.

[@chrisferga2750]

@@PostStrokeOrg it was an Occupational Therapist who was allegedly highly skilled with stroke survivors 😢😢

[@sshibad]

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[@sshibad]

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[@PostStrokeOrg]

That's very kind. I'm not looking to get into television though 😊

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[@sshibad]

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[@tracybeaner889]

I don't feel capable anymore

[@oneday1539]

Hey dear i

[@oneday1539]

Hey dear i had a 5year post strock but i m still in progress become i never lose hope.i m doing my exercises my own i m able to make breakfast dinner for me i do shower n dressup my own i don't need any help because i don't want to depend on anybody.i have strong believe on God n my willpower.i m just said to my self i m blessed i m live so because of some purpose i not useless oneday i will b succeed not immediately but definitely 😁

[@ameliajohnson481]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@harendusrockenboom5901]

This is hard to understand and the work is different for everyone... I want instant butt disability fact. Pray 🙏 spirit and body care anymore