What Every Woman Needs to Know About Stroke Symptoms: Chanell’s Story of Recovery and Identity When you think of stroke, you might imagine it’s something that happens to older men. But the reality is far more complex, and far more urgent for women to understand. Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death in women , and yet many women still don’t recognize the early warning signs, or they dismiss them as stress, migraines, or fatigue. This is why stories like Chanell Havenga’s ma...
Jul 25, 2025•1 hr 38 min
Stroke in Pregnancy: How Emily Rebuilt Her Life 17 Years Later When Emily Sarah Gable had a stroke at 26, she was pregnant with her second child. She was also in the thick of early motherhood, navigating life with a 15-month-old at home. What should’ve been a time of joyful anticipation turned into a medical and emotional crisis she never saw coming. Her stroke was an ischemic clot to the cerebellum, causing vertigo, vomiting, loss of balance, facial paralysis, and sensory changes across her bod...
Jul 21, 2025•1 hr 57 min
What You Really Need to Know About AFOs After Stroke: Insights from Dr. Jennifaye V. Brown An AFO can be a game-changer in stroke recovery or a major obstacle. In this powerful interview, Dr. Jennifaye V. Brown , a physical therapist, researcher, and author of Brace Yourself , breaks down everything stroke survivors and caregivers need to know about AFOs, ankle foot orthoses , and why the standard approach often fails. If you’ve ever wondered what AFO stands for in medical terms or felt like you...
Jul 14, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Locked-in Syndrome and Recovery: Reclaiming Voice, Identity, and Life After Stroke What happens when your mind is fully awake, but your body no longer responds? For stroke survivors living with or recovering from locked-in syndrome , that question is not hypothetical. It’s their daily reality, one that challenges not just the body, but the spirit. But recovery, though complex and deeply personal, is possible. And today, we’re sharing a glimpse into one such journey, that of Harshada Rajani, to i...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Hemorrhagic Stroke and Congenital Heart Defects: What You Need to Know When most people think of stroke, they picture an older adult, high blood pressure, or poor lifestyle choices. But for some stroke survivors, none of those apply. Instead, their stroke is the result of something hidden, something they were born with. That’s the case when a congenital heart defect leads to a hemorrhagic stroke . What Is a Congenital Heart Defect? A congenital heart defect (CHD) is a structural abnormality in t...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr
Overcoming Vertebral Artery Occlusion: Joel’s Story of Strength and Recovery When Joel Case suffered a vertebral artery occlusion , everything changed in an instant. A man who once skied marathons and ran daily suddenly found himself unable to walk, his balance gone, and his life turned upside down. What followed was a journey marked by resilience, adaptation, and hope, a journey that offers insight to anyone facing similar challenges. What Is Vertebral Artery Occlusion? A vertebral artery occlu...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Recovery from Locked-In Syndrome: Dylan’s Journey of Strength and Hope Introduction When we hear about stroke recovery, we often imagine slow progress, physical therapy, and determination. But for some survivors, the road begins at an even more unimaginable place: locked-in syndrome. Dylan Alford’s story shines a light on the reality of recovery from locked-in syndrome, a journey filled with emotional battles, small victories, and relentless courage. What Is Locked-In Syndrome? Locked-in syndrom...
Jun 23, 2025•53 min
Recovery of Brain Hemorrhage: What You Need to Know About Healing, Hope, and Possibility The recovery of brain hemorrhage is one of the most misunderstood and under-supported journeys in stroke care. For many survivors, the moment of hemorrhage comes without warning; one minute, life is normal, and the next, everything has changed. What follows can be months or even years of physical, emotional, and mental rehabilitation. And no two journeys are alike. Whether you’re early in your recovery or ye...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD) and Stroke: What You Need to Know Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is a rare condition that can silently impact arteries and, in some cases, lead to life-changing events like stroke. While not commonly discussed in stroke recovery circles, it’s a diagnosis that stroke survivors and their caregivers should be aware of, especially when the stroke occurs in a younger individual or without traditional risk factors. What Is Fibromuscular Dysplasia? Fibromuscular dysplasia i...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 16 min
What Does Stroke Recovery Really Feel Like? Recovery after stroke isn’t a straight line, it’s a winding, unpredictable journey that challenges not only the body but the mind and emotions. It’s easy to think recovery ends when rehab does. But for most survivors, that’s just the beginning. There’s the grief of lost abilities. The confusion of waking up in a body that feels foreign. And perhaps most misunderstood of all, the kind of fatigue you can’t sleep off . The Hidden Weight of Stroke Fatigue ...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Jen’s brain bleed stroke nearly ended her life. This is how she and her mother turned trauma into connection, healing, and post-stroke growth. The post Jen’s Brain Bleed Stroke Story: From Coma to Connection appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Emily and I recorded this episode while feeling the weight of our deficits — what followed was one of the rawest conversations on stroke recovery. The post We Pushed Through Stroke Fatigue to Share This With You appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
May 26, 2025•1 hr 10 min
At 66, Thomas Graham faced a sudden pons stroke. Discover how he rebuilt his life through mindset, rehab, emotional work, and poetry. The post How Thomas Graham Rewired His Life After a Pons Stroke appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
May 19, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Dr. Lisa Murphy, CEO of the Stroke Foundation, discusses stroke recovery, advocacy, and the support services stroke survivors need now more than ever. The post Dr. Lisa Murphy on Stroke Recovery, Advocacy, and a New Vision for Survivors appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
May 14, 2025•53 min
From musician to stroke survivor, Lorenzo Price shares his powerful AVM of the brain recovery story and how he rebuilt life after loss. The post A Tattoo Artist’s Life Turned Upside Down by AVM – Lorenzo’s Stroke Survival Story appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
May 05, 2025•1 hr 15 min
Her stroke was missed for 12 days. What followed was fatigue, guilt, advocacy, and a powerful return to purpose. A must-hear for stroke survivors. The post She Collapsed in a Hotel Room. 12 Days Later, They Found the Stroke appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
May 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Mike's story of stroke, diabetes, and burnout shows how recovery, resilience, and emotional healing can lead to a stronger, healthier future. The post From Stroke to Strength: Mike’s Journey Through Diabetes and Burnout appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 11 min
UCLA stroke drug study gives stroke survivors fresh hope for recovery. Discover how this breakthrough compares to treatments like etanercept and HBOT. The post This Drug Mimics Stroke Rehab – And It’s Real. Here’s What You Need to Know appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Apr 24, 2025•21 min
Jeff Ryberg’s stroke was caused by AFib and alcohol. His inspiring recovery offers hope, healing, and lessons for stroke survivors everywhere. The post Stroke at 55: Jeff Ryberg’s Story of Surviving AFib, Alcohol & a Life-Altering Wake-Up Call appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Carotid artery dissection survival story inspiring stroke survivors to keep going, seek rehab, and embrace hope even in the hardest times. The post Carotid Artery Dissection Nearly Took Everything – But I’m Still Standing appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Helius PoNS Device brings new hope to stroke survivors by rewiring the brain with neuroplastic therapy and real-world recovery results. The post Unlocking Neuroplasticity: How the Helius PoNS Device Rewires the Brain After Stroke appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Post-traumatic growth is more than survival—it’s transformation. Discover how stroke recovery can lead to purpose, strength, and renewed life. The post The Growth You Didn’t Know You Were Having – Post Traumatic Growth After Stroke appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Apr 06, 2025•25 min
Doug’s invisible stroke left him cognitively fatigued—but his powerful story shows that healing, support, and meaning are still possible. The post Understanding Cognitive Fatigue After Stroke: Doug’s Journey to Doug 2.0 appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 13 min
A stroke survivor’s raw and inspiring story of healing, resilience, and discovering purpose after three brain bleeds and brain surgery. The post This Stroke Recovery Journey Might Change How You See Everything appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Mar 30, 2025•1 hr
Diabetic Stroke: Tyrone Brown’s Journey of Resilience and Recovery A Stroke Survivor’s Wake-Up Call At 47, Tyrone Brown was living life at full speed—running businesses, serving his community, and enjoying time with his family. But one day, while out with his wife, something strange happened. He dropped a bag. Then, he dropped it again. What […] The post From Stroke to Strength: Tyrone Brown’s Diabetic Stroke Recovery Journey appeared first on Recovery After Stroke ....
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 29 min
Living with invisible stroke deficits means fighting unseen battles daily. Learn how I manage stroke fatigue, spasticity, and mental challenges. The post Living with Invisible Stroke Deficits: The Challenges No One Sees appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Mar 21, 2025•23 min
After his stroke, musician Graham Hall struggled with speech. In this inspiring story, he shares his journey through Aphasia and recovery. The post The Hidden Struggle of Speech After Stroke: A Musician’s Story appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 46 min
Have you been told your stroke recovery has plateaued? Dr. Matthew J. Ashley explains why that’s a myth and how you can keep progressing. The post Why “You’ve Hit a Plateau” in Stroke Recovery Is a Myth – And How to Keep Improving! appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Types of stroke impact recovery in unique ways. Adam Jackson shares how adaptive sports helped him reclaim his strength after two strokes. The post Surviving Two Strokes: Adam Jackson’s Inspiring Adaptive Sports Journey appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 8 min
One month after ischemic stroke: Tony’s journey reveals real recovery challenges, inspiring rehab tips, and key support for true healing progress! The post One Month After Ischemic Stroke: A Survivor’s Guide to Recovery and Resilience appeared first on Recovery After Stroke .
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 9 min
