A Caregiver’s Guide To Dressing A Stroke Survivor
Stroke presents a variety of difficulties in performing daily tasks, including dressing. The inability to remain steady while stepping into clothing, muscle weakness and the lack of ability to fasten buttons can be very frustrating for any stroke survivor.
As re-learning to dress after a stroke takes time, the survivor may need your help in the early stages. Luckily, certain...
6 Books that can Motivate You after Stroke
A stroke survivor has to be self-inspired to recover fully from a stroke. But, sometimes in order to be self-motivated, he/she may need either a gentle push or some words of wisdom. Luckily, there are different inspiring stories in the form of self-help books and autobiographies that you can instantly relate to your life after stroke. Emphasizing on the...
Indulging in Photography after Stroke
Over the time, stroke survivors may be able to regain their strength physically, but the setbacks with reading comprehension, cognitive skills, and short-term memory issues may persist for long. And, hence they are encouraged to indulge in some leisure activity or start a new hobby so that Neuroplasticity can be initiated in the damaged part of the brain.
Using photography as...
4 Benefits of Joining a Stroke Support Group
Navigating life after a stroke can be overwhelming and discouraging. Often, you may not know where to find emotional support, or whom to talk. Luckily, support groups provide stroke survivors a comfortable environment to learn, share stories, gain encouragement and develop long-term friendships. This blog lists out benefits of joining a stroke support group in details.
1. Acquiring helpful information
Regardless...
How’s 9zest Stroke Rehab different from Conventional Rehabilitation Program?
As the population with untreated blood pressure and other stroke-prone factors is rising, it is anticipated that there will be an increase in the prevalence of hospitalization for stroke. This, in turn, will put an enormous burden on existing health care resources and rehabilitation cost for each stroke survivor may further shoot up.
Stroke survivors who get admitted to specialized...
5 Movies that can Push Stroke Survivors Towards Speedy Recovery
We all look for motivation in different ways. Some turn to religion, while others turn to self-help for the realization of their goals. Whether it's a biopic, a sports film, or a tale of overcoming adversity, movies can have a knack for lifting us up and inspiring us to do more and be more. Here, we’ve compiled a list...
6 Ways to Start Afresh after Stroke, This New Year
It’s natural to experience significant stress, a sense of being overwhelmed, or worries about how to lead your life after stroke. There’s no doubt that you have had your share of tears after stroke. But, getting back on your feet or at least putting your best efforts to do so is important. And, what better time for doing so...
6 Joys to Share with a Stroke Survivor This Christmas
The holidays are the time of excitement, family gatherings and exchanging memorable gifts. But if you’re caring for a loved one who suffered a stroke, it can also be a time of increased stress in the household. The holiday season can be a lonely time for stroke survivors and can bring back memories of an active life.
However, with some planning...
Facing the Holidays after stroke
Holidays are clearly the roughest terrain an individual navigates after a stroke. One would be tempted to be in the state of denial or go into hiding. After all, any holiday or special occasion tends to bring up memories of a functional life which is no longer active. However, that does not warrant you to miss all the fun...
Understand Obesity, Prevent Stroke
Now that Halloween and Thanksgiving are finally over, we’re looking forward to the end of this year. While Christmas is right around the corner and the only thing one can think of is the candy and food, it could be nerve-wrecking for a lot of people out there who are struggling with body weight issues.
Most of the world's population...