Progress, Persistence, and Purpose

Raising stroke awareness involves educating the public on symptoms, prevention and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Stroke recovery requires patience, consistency, and a holistic approach. Nutrition plays a key role—foods rich in antioxidants, omega-3s, and magnesium support brain healing. Regular movement, including gentle exercises and stretching, helps regain strength and mobility. Cognitive exercises, like reading or puzzles, aid memory and focus. Hydration and quality sleep are essential for brain repair. Herbal remedies such as turmeric, ginkgo biloba, and gotu kola may support circulation and neuroprotection. Managing stress through meditation or breathing exercises prevents further complications. Recovery varies for each person, but with dedication and natural support, the body has an incredible ability to heal itself.

Flossy, from Gr8.SassySurvivors on Instagram, tells her story. https://www.strokerecoveryuk.uk/post/flossy-from-gr8-sassysurvivors-on-instagram-tells-her-story

The founder of Stroke Recovery UK shares his journey to inspire and support others on their paths to recovery. Read his full story here www.strokerecoveryuk.uk/post/lees-story

For stroke survivors like Sabeen, regaining hand function is a key challenge. Robotic rehabilitation gloves provide controlled movement and support during therapy, helping users perform actions like gripping or stretching, even with muscle weakness or paralysis. These gloves promote neuroplasticity by encouraging the brain to re-establish motor pathways and help rebuild strength and coordination in the affected hand. With interactive features like progress tracking, they keep therapy engaging and motivate patients. The glove’s sensors adjust to the user’s specific needs, offering personalized assistance based on recovery progress. Robotic gloves offer consistent therapy that can be used at home, making recovery more flexible and personalised, ultimately speeding up progress and improving hand function.

The second video is about strengthening my arm. After the stroke I had no movement in my fingers and I could barely move my arm but I always believed that I would be able to recover fully. I am not there yet and progress is slow but I won’

The first video is about improving the balance which is the most challenging aspect of my recovery. I was in a wheelchair for the first couple of months after the stroke. It has improved a lot in the last few months but I still feel wobbly when I go out. At home I am fine and I don’t feel like I am about to fall. I think it is more mental than physical.

Leg extensions are an important exercise in stroke recovery because they help strengthen the muscles of the legs, improve range of motion, and enhance functional mobility. For stroke survivors, leg extensions can be performed in various positions, depending on their level of mobility, to improve lower limb strength and coordination. These exercises are particularly beneficial for regaining the ability to stand, walk, and perform daily activities like climbing stairs or standing up from a chair. Purpose: Strengthen the quadriceps (front thigh muscles) and improve knee extension range of motion. How to do it: Position: Sit in a sturdy chair with your back straight and feet flat on the floor. Keep your knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Movement: Slowly extend one leg straight out in front of you, keeping your knee as straight as possible. Hold the extended position for 2-3 seconds. Return: Slowly lower your leg back to the starting position. Repetitions: Repeat 10-15 times per leg, then switch legs. Tips: Engage your core muscles for stability and support during the movement. Start with a smaller range of motion if full extension is difficult, and gradually increase the range as strength improves.