Podcasts about stroke rehab

Dr. Kenneth Monaghan, University Lecturer at Atlantic Technological University, a world-leading expert in stroke rehabilitation, digital health and neuroplasticity research. With over 32 years of clinical, academic and research experience, Kenneth is revolutionising stroke recovery by making cutting-edge therapies accessible from homeAs a lecturer in health science and director of the Neuroplasticity Research Group at Atlantic Technological University, Kenneth has pioneered groundbreaking rehabilitation solutions that challenge traditional recovery models. He shares insights on why home-based rehab can be more effective than hospital treatment, how digital health is transforming stroke recovery and the science behind innovative therapies like mirror therapy and sensory substitution. We also discuss his role in securing over $2 million in research funding, his patented rehabilitation devices and the mission behind his book Lights, Mirrors, ActionTimestamps:[00:00:27] The Silent Killer: Biggest Risk Factors for Stroke[00:02:30] Home-Based Rehab: Why It Works Better Than You Think[00:05:41] Overcoming Fear: Getting Patients to Engage in Therapy[00:08:02] How Testosterone Boosts Stroke Recovery[00:11:35] Digital Health & Remote Monitoring in Stroke Rehab[00:17:37] Mirror Therapy: A Stroke Recovery Game-Changer[00:25:51] Sensory Substitution: Using Vibration and Sound to Retrain the BrainGet in touch with Kenneth Monaghan- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-monaghan-msc-phd-miscp-75b746103/ https://www.lightsmirrorsaction.com/Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@KarandeepBadwalSubscribe to the Podcast

Chime In, Send Us a Text Message!In this episode of the Know Stroke Podcast, hosts Mike Garrow and David Dansereau welcome Vineet Johnson, a licensed physical therapist and entrepreneur, to explore the transformative potential of neuroplasticity in stroke rehabilitation. Vineet discusses the development of his iRegain device, highlighting its focus on gamification, patient engagement, and home therapy. The conversation delves into the challenges of funding, the importance of clinical trial access, and success stories from patients. Vineet envisions a future where affordable and accessible technologies drive recovery.Episode highlights:Discover how over 32 years of expertise in physical therapy and neuroscience shaped Vineet Johnson's innovative approach to stroke recovery.Learn about the MyHand™ System, a revolutionary device that leverages neuroplasticity to help stroke and brain injury survivors regain hand function.Understand how gamification boosts patient motivation and engagement during therapy.Explore how data tracking drives measurable progress and improved clinical outcomes.Hear about the challenges healthcare startups face, from funding to raising awareness of clinical trials.Get insights into iRegained's mission to make rehabilitation accessible, affordable, and effective for all.Learn more about IRegained LLC here - https://iregained.ca/index.phpConnect with Vineet - vineet@iregained.ca  Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Support the showShow credits:Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Nobody will do your rehabilitation for you. But you have plenty of help. This podcast is me sending you a lifeline. GOD WORKS IN MISTERIOUS WAyS. ----------------CONNECT https://linktr.ee/Klsurvivor101 -----------------------medical disclaimer: Any content used in this or any other episode of SSTO are those of the creator and should NEVER be replaced for professional physicians help. -------------------------- ✅️DONATIONS ACCEPTED VIA PAYPAL @Klsurvivor101 ✅️SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE ✅️ LIFE AFTER STROKE Coaching ( group/individuals) ✅️ VOICE COACHING AVAILABLE

Show Notes 5 July 2024Story 1: Energy company launches world's first energy storage facility using molten salt.Source: The Cool Down Story by Wes StenzelLink: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/technology/energy-company-launches-world-s-first-energy-storage-facility-using-molten-salt-groundbreaking-technologies-can-change-our-world-towards-a-more-sustainable-future/ar-BB1oR6ypSee also: https://interestingengineering.com/energy/world-first-molten-salt-energy-storageSee video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbzr6sRks-wStory 2: First-ever 3D printer that gulps plastic, metal, chips to make layered devices -Innovative 3D printing method streamlines multi-materials manufacturing Source: Science Daily Story by University of MissouriLink: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/06/240624125422.htmSee also: https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/shopping/first-ever-3d-printer-that-gulps-plastic-metal-chips-to-make-layered-devices/ar-BB1oQjJCSee also:  https://optics.org/news/15/6/38Story 3: Researchers make ‘green' [modular] floor to replace steel [in multistory buildings]Source: Oak Ridge National Laboratory NewsLink: https://www.ornl.gov/news/researchers-make-green-floor-replace-steelStory 4: Researchers [repurpose a video gaming device to] develop technology that may allow stroke patients to undergo rehab at homeSource: MedicalXpress Story from NYU Tandon School of EngineeringLink: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-06-technology-patients-rehab-home.htmlFor more info, interviews, reviews, news, radio, podcasts, video, and more, check out ComputerAmerica.com!

Ann Rohmer has information on Arrive AliveGlynn Perkins takes us inside the new rehab clinic for stroke patients right here in York Region at the Mackenzie Health Stroke Rehab Centre.Every year, thousands of medical students and internationally trained specialists hope to continue their work in Canada, but many are challenged with the process.  Tina Cortese with the IMG Conference & Expo, hoping to answer some of their questions.Ann Rohmer looks at the Active Remedy Club, the one-of-a-kind facility for recovery and overall wellness.Our own Mr Fitness, Jim Lang is on the pitch for the Scores Cup Charity Soccer Tournament.With Canada Day celebrations happening throughout The Region this weekend, Shaliza Bacchus has information on some of the entertainment in our own backyard.

Kristen Bolen, physical therapist with St. Luke's Hospital, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the stroke rehabilitation process, common post-stroke issues, types of therapy and much more.To learn more visit https://www.unitypoint.org/find-a-service/neurology-and-neurosurgical-care/strokeDo you have a question about a trending medical topic? Ask Dr. Arnold! Submit your question and it may be answered by Dr. Arnold on the podcast! Submit your questions at: https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/submit-a-question-for-the-mailbag.aspxIf you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Episode 67 - Innovating Community Fitness: Building Bridges from Research to Post-Stroke Rehab.New National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines in the UK recommend stroke patients receive at least three hours of rehabilitation a day, five days a week. This is a dramatic increase from previous guidance of 45 minutes a day. Currently there are big gaps in service when it comes to supporting people with stroke after they're discharged from care not only in the UK but worldwide. Often, survivors have nowhere to go to exercise and accessing a conventional gym for most is challenging and for some it's impossible.With our continued theme of exercise as the best medicine for stroke recovery, in this episode we are diving deeper into this topic to find solutions for expanding the reach of rehab into the community and highlighting champions innovating for more solutions to make these new rehab guidelines a reality.Meet Our Guest: Dr Rachel Young PhD MSc, BSc  Rachel is a senior research fellow at the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre in Sheffield Hallam University. She is a chartered physiotherapist with expertise in neurological rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Rachel's research interests include the development and evaluation of rehabilitation technologies and accessible exercise solutions.  In our discussion Dr. Young reminded us that the NICE guidelines of three hours are not the first to recommend extensive rehabilitation. The National Clinical Guidance for Stroke launched in March 2023 actually advised six hours of activity a day, which may include activities of daily living, communication and exercise.We dove into why these guidelines sent a ripple through the stroke community, including how providers don't have the workforce to meet these new recommendations. We also discussed her research and how she believes technology, in the form of accessible exercise equipment, apps and wearables has to be part of the solution if we're to have any hope of meeting the guidelines. Connect with our guest:  Linkedin |  Twitter/X  @physioyoungShow Mentions:Everyone's Talking About: Stroke Rehab-Health Care Management Magazine ArticleThe Real Problem with Stroke: Co-Host David Dansereau's Blog Post on Know-Stroke.orgSupport Us: Become a Show SponsorFor more information about joining our show orNew show supporter CTA for 2024-Mike Garrow For more information about joining our show or advertising with us visit: https://enable4us.comSupport the showBe sure to give the show a like and share, & follow plus connect with us on social or contact us to support us as a show sponsor or become a guest on the Know Stroke Podcast. Visit website to to learn more: https://www.knowstrokepod.com/Show credits:Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcastConnect with Us and Share our Show on Social: Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook

Actual PT Nation!!! I am EXTREMELY excited to being you this episode! This is another topic and patient population that is near and dear to our hearts! Individuals who have experienced a CVA or Stroke! I hope you all enjoy!!!

Are you an engineering student contemplating the value of pursuing a PhD? Wondering how your research could lead to meaningful entrepreneurial ventures? Tune in to our valuable conversation with Sam Darvishi, PhD, a visionary entrepreneur who used his PhD thesis in motor imagery-based Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) as a stepping stone to create a profound impact on thousands of people worldwide suffering from the consequences of stroke. In this episode of 'Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!', we explore the fascinating journey of Sam Darvishi, the Founder and CEO of RehabSwift, a pioneering medical device company that's revolutionizing neuro-rehabilitation. Imagine a future where neuro-rehabilitation isn't a one-size-fits-all approach but a highly personalized journey. This is the reality of groundbreaking neurotech innovations in healthcare, and RehabSwift is at the forefront. RehabSwift's advanced neuro-rehabilitation interface is clinically proven to enhance hand and arm mobility, dexterity, strength, and sensation in stroke survivors. But what truly sets it apart is its ability to tailor rehabilitation to each individual's unique timing pattern. This means harnessing the incredible power of the mind to significantly boost rehabilitation outcomes. It's not just a game-changer; it's a life-changer. Join us as we delve into Sam's remarkable journey, from his academic roots to becoming a trailblazer in personalized neuro-rehabilitation. Discover how he leveraged his PhD research to establish RehabSwift, offering individualized BCI-driven upper limb rehabilitation after stroke. We'll also discuss the skills and qualities essential for aspiring professionals in the neurotech industry. Get ready to be inspired and informed! Tune in to 'Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!' and learn how individuals like Sam Darvishi are reshaping the future of healthcare and neuroscience while making a profound impact on the world. About the Podcast Guest: Dr. Sam Darvishi is a dynamic force at the intersection of neuroscience, engineering, and entrepreneurship. As the Founder and CEO of RehabSwift, he's on a mission to redefine neuro-rehabilitation through cutting-edge brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) designed to fast-track hand movement recovery for stroke patients. Dr. Darvishi's academic journey includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Neural Engineering from the University of Adelaide and a Master of Engineering in Automation and Manufacturing from the University of Sydney, where he achieved a degree with Merit and conducted groundbreaking research in motor imagery pattern classification. At RehabSwift, Sam combines advanced technology with evidence-based neuroscience principles, crafting highly personalized and effective rehabilitation solutions. His pioneering work is poised to transform the lives of stroke survivors globally. By breaking barriers in stroke recovery, he empowers individuals to regain independence, leaving an indelible mark on countless lives. Sam aims to position RehabSwift as a global leader in neuro-rehabilitation, making a lasting impact on the field and the lives it touches. Connect with Dr. Darvishi to explore his innovative work and the transformative potential of RehabSwift's groundbreaking solutions: Via e-mail: sam@rehabswift.com Via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-darvishi/ Learn about RehabSwift here: https://rehabswift.com.au/ About the Podcast Host: The Neurocareers podcast is brought to you by The Institute of Neuroapproaches (https://www.neuroapproaches.org/) and its founder, Milena Korostenskaja, Ph.D. (Dr. K), a neuroscience educator, research consultant, and career coach for students and recent graduates in neuroscience and neurotechnologies. As a professional coach with a background in the field, Dr. K understands the unique challenges and opportunities facing students in this field and can provide personalized coaching and support to help you succeed. Here's what you'll get with one-on-one coaching sessions from Dr. K: Identification and pursuit of career goals Guidance on job search strategies, resume and cover letter development, and interview preparation Access to a network of professionals in the field of neuroscience and neurotechnologies Ongoing support and guidance to help you stay on track and achieve your goals You can always schedule a free neurocareer consultation/coaching session with Dr. K at https://neuroapproaches.as.me/free-neurocareer-consultation Subscribe to our Nerocareers Newsletter to stay on top of all our cool neurocareers news at updates https://www.neuroapproaches.org/neurocareers-news  

Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives.You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial's monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Learn more about the innovative, 2 week intensive stroke program at The Recovery Project known as the Concentrated Stroke Rehabilitation Program. Host Polly Swingle is joined by Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT, Program Director at The Recovery Project. Meghan discusses how this program is different from "traditional therapy" and shares an update on the progress program participants have experienced. Polly also shares the latest research on two new FDA approved treatment approaches for stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Meghan Malley, PT, DPT is the Program Director and Physical Therapist at The Recovery Project. She has specialized in the treatment of neurological diseases and disorders since 2008. She is also a Certified Oncology Rehabilitation Therapist with advanced training in physical therapy management for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Meghan also specializes in the management of Parkinson's Disease, including receiving certifications in LSVT BIG, PWR! and Rock Steady Boxing. She has been integral in the development of various medical and wellness programs at The Recovery Project. Meghan is a guest lecturer in the physical therapy program at Wayne State University and frequent presenter on topics involving physical therapy management of neurological diseases and disorders.Learn more about The Recovery Project! View our website at www.therecoveryproject.net Call us 855-877-1944 to become a patient Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Thanks for listening!

Brad speaks with Mizzou professor Rachel Proffitt on a study looking at a way to rehab from a stroke virtually.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sidney Collin | NexStride - Creating the tools to keep people walking safely and confidently De Oro Devices makes mobility assistive devices to allow people with mobility disorders to walk confidently and safely. We use research-backed sensory cues to help people with mobility disorders walk with improved step symmetry, step length, and overall safety and mobility. In our beachhead market, Parkinson's, we help overcome freezing of gait, one of the most common and most debilitating symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Our initial device, NexStride, combines a green laser line visual cue and a metronome auditory cue into a small portable device that can attach to any cane, walker, or walking pole. These cues have been shown to reduce falls by 40% for people with Parkinson's. This patent-pending technology can be used in Parkinson's, Stroke Rehab, Multiple Sclerosis, and Cerebral Palsy, resulting in a $13B global market opportunity for our first product alone. NexStride is already available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. About Sidney: Sidney Collin is the inventor of NexStride, and is the co-founder and CEO of De Oro Devices. Sidney started the company while studying Biomedical Engineering at Cal Poly. She has an academic research background in computational neuroscience, with a research paper published in the Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology. Sidney was awarded Cal Poly's 2019 Outstanding Woman in Engineering Award, Outstanding Student Award, Lisa Hufford Scholarship Award, and was also identified as one of the most influential women at Cal Poly by the Wire in their 30 under 30 list. The Pacific Coast Business Times recognized Sidney as an accomplished young business leader in their 40 under 40 list as well as their Who's Who in Health Care, Insurance & Life Science lineup. --

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIt's Joe's 6th stroke-iversary. On August 4, 2016, he suffered a major hemorrhagic stroke that changed his life forever. In this episode, Joe processes the anniversary of his stroke with his friend Mackenzie Lea, a chronic neuro illness survivor suffering from trigeminal neuralgia. After 6 years, Joe is realizing that every year feels different post-stroke. He talks with Mackenzie about how much connecting with other survivors, helps both of them cope with their deficits emotionally and physically. They also talk about Joe's vision moving forward and how he plans to support the brain injury survivor community even more deeply through his coaching programs and free resources including virtual support groups and events. What kind of virtual events do you want us to create for our community? We want to support YOU! So let us know what you need to support you through brain injury recovery. Let us know by tweeting @theneuronerds on Twitter.Links MentionedJoin our free virtual events and workshops - https://bit.ly/3BTS6BJFollow Mackenzie on Instagram - https://instagram.com/macdaddytheladyfaceCreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourFind tools for recovery in Joe's FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guideIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-callSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productionsSponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryHaving a positive attitude post-brain injury is key to recovery. In this episode Joe is chatting with a Cynthia Dyke, a TBI survivor with infectious positivity. They talk about the importance of wearing seatbelts to prevent brain injury in an accident and dealing with bad bedside man from doctors. They also touch on connecting with the community and the gift of a second chance to live life to the fullest after brain injury. How do you live life to the fullest and appreciate each day? Share with us on by tagging @theneuronerds on TwitterLinks MentionedFollow Cynthia on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cynthia0rawr/Follow Cynthia's baking on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sunshine_cakes.baking/ CreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourFind tools for recovery in Joe's FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guideIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-callSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productionsSponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIn this episode, Joe is chatting with TBI survivor Christa Moritz. She shares her experience of sustaining a traumatic brain injury from a bicycle accident. They talk about the importance of protecting the brain from trauma by taking safety measures like wearing a helmet while riding a bike. Plus, Christa is a dancer so she loves everything about expressing herself through body movement so she shares how she is structuring her recovery goals around her love of self-expression through dance.Links MentionedFollow Christa on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thelillewritz CreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine and get more support during recovery, go to http://www.yousorock.coach/Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productionsSponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIn this episode, Joe is chatting with Morena Fornaciari, a stroke survivor from Brazil. Morena is all about positivity and they talk about how important it is to keep an optimistic mindset throughout the ups and downs of recovery. She shares her journey of going from learning to walk again to dancing again! Her ability to utilize dance and her love of applying makeup as a means of physical and occupational therapy is a true inspiration. What are some passions you have and use to help with your brain injury recovery? Please share on our socials!Links MentionedFollow Morena on Instagram - https://instagram.com/derepenteavcFollow Morena on Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRh7efmoCreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine and get more support during recovery, go to http://www.yousorock.coach/Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productionsSponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIt's that time of year for our host Joe - the period between his birthday and stroke-iversary (the anniversary of his stroke). It's been 6 years since he suffered a hemorrhagic stroke and in this special solo episode, Joe is reflecting on what he's learned about living, how he lives each day in gratitude and his hopes and dreams for the future. This episode is for anyone who has gone through a traumatic health crisis like a stroke. There is hope on the other side. If you're a brain injury survivor or have someone in your life who is, please connect with us on our socials. The NeuroNerds are here to help!CreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine and get more support during recovery, go to http://www.yousorock.coach/Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productionsSponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryThis episode is all about creativity and brain injury recovery. Mimi Hayes is back on the show chatting with Joe about how having comedy as a creative outlet has helped her through her stroke recovery. As she gets ready to head to Scotland for her second appearance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, she reminisces about her first experience at Fringe as a brain injury survivor including falling off the stage! Joe and Mimi also chat about building opportunities to connect with other survivors through sharing their stories.Do you have a creative outlet that helps you through brain injury recovery? Please share on our socials!Links MentionedHelp Mimi go to Edinburgh Festival Fringe! Support her Kickstarter here - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/getmimitofringe/20-nothing-at-fringe-festivalFollow Mimi on IG - https://instagram.com/mimihayesbrainMimi's website - http://mimihayes.comCreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine and get more support during recovery, go to http://www.yousorock.coach/Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productionsSponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIt's Pride Month and we are celebrating LGBTQ+ brain injury survivors. In this episode, Joe is chatting with Michael Shutt, a stroke survivor, playwright, actor and gay man from Los Angeles. Michael shares what it was like growing up gay from when he realized he was gay at a young age. They talk about the lack of representation he experienced when he was younger and how that affected him. He also shares the immense support he received from the gay community after his stroke and how that has helped him through recovery.Links MentionedFollow Michael on IG - https://instagram.com/whmikeMichael's one-man show - https://www.alessoninswimming.comCreditsIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIn honor of Pride month, Joe is featuring episodes with LGBTQ+ brain injury survivors. In this first featured episode, Joe is chatting with Jamie Coyle, a stroke survivor from Rhode Island. She chats about the challenges of suffering a stroke as an adolescent while also coming out at a young age as a queer woman. We hope that by sharing these stories, we can help inspire and support other LGBTQ+ brain injury survivors. If you are an LGBTQ+ brain injury survivor, please connect with us on our socials!Links MentionedFollow Jamie on Instagram - https://instagram.com/coyleeeeFollow Jamie's blog - https://instagram.com/strokesurvivorsneverquitCreditsIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryJoe and Lauren are tired - after having Covid in the last couple of months on top of the other stresses of life not to mention living with brain injuries, they're both pretty exhausted. So this episode is about the importance of sleep and rest and their correlation to mental health. They talk about the disruption of the circadian rhythm and its effect on mental health plus holistic remedies for various mental health ailments including sleep, hydration, exercise, therapy, and more. What are some ways you take care of your mental health? Please share on our socials!Links MentionedSleep deprivation and impact on mental health - https://www.columbiapsychiatry.org/news/how-sleep-deprivation-affects-your-mental-healthWhat is Circadian Rhythm? - https://www.sleepfoundation.org/circadian-rhythm CreditsIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerdsSummaryIn this episode Joe is chatting with TBI survivor Desirée Ford.  After surviving an almost fatal car accident, Desirée shares her new lease on life and how she's making the most of her second chance.  Joe and Desirée talk about living life to the fullest and she shares her recovery journey thus far. How do you live life to the fullest?  Please share with us on our socials!Links MentionedFollow Desirée on IG - https://instagram.com/fesireedord  CreditsIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

Join host Polly Swingle as she talks with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTR about the latest evidence in stroke rehab and the development of a high intensity stroke program at The Recovery Project. Learn the practical applications of the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines for stroke rehabilitation, optimizing neuroplasticity, task specific training, and the benefits of a comprehensive individualized program. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT, CSRS is a Lead Physical Therapist and the Site Coordinator of Clinical Education at The Recovery Project.  She has specialized in the treatment of neurological diseases and disorders since 2017 with special interest in Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, and Vestibular disorders.  She is a Certified Stroke Rehab Specialist and heads the medical programming group for stroke at The Recovery Project. Kayla also has certifications in PWR! and Rock Steady Boxing for the management of Parkinson's Disease. She is a guest lecturer in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Macomb Community College and frequently presents on topics involving physical therapy management of neurological diseases and disorders across the continuum of care.Christopher Plague, MS, OTRL is an Occupational Therapist at The Recovery Project. He specializes in the treatment of neurological conditions and has a specific passion for stroke and spinal cord injuries. Chris has certification in Upper Extremity Motor Rehabilitation. He is also a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer through ACSM. Chris is the lead OT for the Concentrated Stroke Rehab program at The Recovery Project. He has spent time in volunteer roles for adaptive sports and recreation programs through Michigan State University, community colleges in Southern California, Special Olympics of Michigan, and others. 

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerdsWe're celebrating 200 episodes with Joe, Lauren as well as special guest and our producer, Felice! They reminisce on some of their favorite episodes and what our plans are for the future including Joe's YouSoRock Survivor To Thriver Program and expanding our support for the community. Plus Felice nerds out on the production for our episodes and how she uses sound design along with our editor Marcellus to tell brain injury survivor guest stories. What is your favorite episode? Please let us know on our socials!Links MentionedHighlighted episodes:Episode 24 - Disney Princess Hair Magic - https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/disney-princess-hair-magic/Episode 40 - AVM Survivor Thomas Mejia Part 1 - https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/avm-survivor-thomas-mejia-part-1/Episode 41 - AVM Survivor Thomas Mejia Part 2 - https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/avm-survivor-thomas-mejia-part-2/Episode 57 - Emilia Clarke, SameYou.org And Imposter Syndrome Part 2 - https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/emilia-clarke-sameyou-org-and-imposter-syndrome-part-2/Episode 64 - Mother's Day Edition with Bridget Chiovari - https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/mothers-day-edition-with-bridget-chiovari/Our Editor Marcellus Wesley - https://www.soundsignature.productions/Dazzler X-Men Character - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dazzler_(Marvel_Comics)Bad Girls (song) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bad_Girls_(Donna_Summer_album)If you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryAs we continue to spread stroke awareness for Stroke Awareness Month, we're also spreading awareness about mental health as May is always Mental Health Awareness Month. In this episode, Joe is chatting with his good friend and fellow stroke survivor, Mimi Hayes. Mimi is an author and comedian so she's the perfect guest to chat about the benefits of laughing and comedy when it comes to mental health and stroke recovery. They talk about how the use comedy as a tool to help them cope with the ups and downs of the recovery journey. What mental health tools do you use to help during brain injury recovery? Please share on our socials!Links MentionedMimi's website - http://mimihayes.comFollow Mimi on Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTdnxSj8RFollow Mimi on IG - https://instagram.com/mimihayesbrainIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.Summary:In this episode, Joe is chatting with Hannah Davidson, a stroke survivor, mother, and business owner. They talk about her experience of recovering from stroke while balancing motherhood, supporting the brain injury survivor community and her experience being one of Joe's first beta clients in his Survivor To Thriver program. Links MentionedFollow Hannah on Instagram - https://instagram.com/hannah_hasa_braininjuryFollow Hannah's clothing company, Joy Pop on Instagram - https://instagram.com/joypopmodestshopJoy Pop official website - https://joypopmodestshop.com/ CreditsIf you're a brain injury survivor who would like help embracing your new normal and get more support through recovery, go to www.YouSoRock.coachSupport The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerdsCheck out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren ManzanoFind Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/InstagramSubmit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyFind Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on TwitterProduced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/InstagramEdited by Marcellus WesleySponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

Tanya is a Registered Music Therapist based in Sydney, Australia. In 2019, Tanya was invited to speak about her PhD research at the inaugural TEDxNewtown event. More recently, Tanya was named the inaugural recipient of the 2020-2021 Australian Music Therapist of the Year award for her contribution to the field of music therapy. Over the years, Tanya has presented internationally and nationally on her research and clinical work. Her research can be found in journals such International Journal of Stroke, Nordic Journal of Music Therapy, Australian Journal of Music Therapy, amongst others. Over the years, Tanya has established multiple ongoing music therapy programs in Australia and India. Identifying as an Australian of Indian origin, Tanya continues to work hard to advocate for the importance of visibility and representation in music therapy.Image Description (of headshot): Tanya, a woman of Indian origin, can be found smiling in the centre of this photo. Tanya has mid-length straight black hair and brown skin. She is wearing a white top with sparse black feather-like patterns. 

In this episode, host Jackie Loeshelle is joined by Dr. Catherine Siengsukon, PT, PhD to discuss her article "Association Between Sleep Duration and Functional Disability in Inpatient Rehabilitation: A Pilot Observational Study". This interview highlights the important role of sleep in stroke recovery and how physical therapists should aim to assist patients in optimizing sleep. Listen to this episode to Read the article. Please send comments or questions this podcast to strokesig@gmail.com The Stroke Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy - www.neuropt.org.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryWe're kicking off the year with Dina Chon from TAAF - The AVM & Aneurysm Foundation! Our host Joe is chatting with Dina about TAAF's advocacy and support for AVM and aneurysm survivors and their plans for 2022! Do you or a family member or friend have an AVM or aneurysm? Please share on our socials. We would love to support you!   Links mentioned• TAAF - www.TAAFonline.org Credits• Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds• Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds• Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!  • Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano• Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram• Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story• Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram• Edited by Felice LaZae• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIt's our last episode of 2021 and it's a special Joe Solo Rocks edition with our host Joe chatting solo about the past year in review and his hopes, dreams and goals for 2022. He is spreading positivity and inspiration to the brain injury survivor community with words of encouragement and positivity. And he's also sharing his intentions to expand his support for brain injury survivors on a deeply impactful level through his new YouSoRock coaching program. What are your goals and dreams for 2022? Please share on our socials!  Link Mentioned• Find your new normal and positive mindset routine post-brain injury with Joe's new coaching program - www.YouSoRock.coach• Brain and Spine Foundation - www.brainandspine.org.uk  • SameYou - www.SameYou.org• TAAF - www.TAAFonline.org Credits• Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds• Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds• Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!  • Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano• Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram• Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story• Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram• Edited by Felice LaZae• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

Dr Annie McCluskey is a powerhouse of the stroke rehabilitation world in Australia. She established the StrokeEd collaboration with her partner Karl Schurr (physiotherapist) as well as making significant research contributions in the areas of sexuality, intimacy and upper limb rehabilitation. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it.4:50 – Current role6.23 – COVID story7:25 – Clinical career9.15 – StrokeEd collaboration & workshops13.35 – How the workshops can benefit people of varying experience levels15:20 – Coaching for motor skill learning20:00 – Barriers to implementation of EBP23:15 – Making change post COVID24:20 – Telerehab benefits27:50 – Models of knowledge translation31:00 – The myth of no evidence in stroke rehab33:25 – Sexuality & Intimacy post stroke39:25 – Sexuality/Intimacy PDs42:05 – Including people with post complex impairments in research44.20 – PTs & OTs should work togetherTwitter @anniemccluskey2@stroke_edFacebook Annie McCluskey StrokeEdStroke Ed WebpageAnnie's Publication List

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryThis episode continues our series with our sponsor Motus Nova featuring power user Maddi Neibanck and her experience using their robotic hand for physical therapy at home. She shares her progress and how Motus has helped her make big strides in her recovery.   Link MentionedAre you a stroke or brain injury survivor interested seeing if Motus Nova can help you with your at-home PT? Take their free assessment here - www.motusnova.com/theneuronerds Credits• Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds• Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds• Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!  • Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano• Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram• Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story• Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram• Edited by Marcellus Wesley• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIn this episode, our host Joe opens up about his struggles since dealing with higher than normal overstimulation during Thanksgiving and how it's affecting him throughout this holiday season. As a brain injury survivor, the holidays can be very triggering emotionally, mentally and physically with increased activity and interaction with friends and family. Our producer and Joe's partner, Felice, joins him to discuss how she supports and empathizes from a caregiver/family perspective. For all of our brain injury survivor listeners, how are you doing during this holiday season? Please share how we can support each other on our socials.  Credits• Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds• Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds• Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!  • Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano• Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram• Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story• Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram• Edited by Marcellus Wesley• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryNot all disabilities are visible. Our host Joe for instance has deficits as a result of his stroke but most wouldn't be able to tell by just looking at him. In this episode, Joe and co-host Lauren, talk about invisible disabilities and how mainstream media is representing them in a really big way through the new Hawkeye Disney+ series. There's a new generation of superheroes that are more inclusive and diverse and we're talking all about it in this episode. What are some of your favorite superheroes with a disability? Please share on our socials! Credits• Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds• Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds• Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds!  • Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano• Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram• Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story• Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram• Edited by Marcellus Wesley• Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryIt's the week of Thanksgiving in the States so Joe and Lauren are talking all about gratitude. Having a brain injury adds another layer to the meaning of finding gratitude in everyday life. Joe and Lauren share how they practice gratitude and find thanks for life and all of its ups and downs. Plus, Joe shares more details about his new coaching program for brain injury survivors. What are you grateful for? Please share on our socials! Links Mentioned•Joe's new YouSoRock Coaching Program for Brain Injury Survivors - www.YouSoRock.coachCredits•Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds•Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano•Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story•Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter•Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram•Edited by  Marcellus Wesley•Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryWe love celebrating fellow survivors and their stories through recovery and beyond. In this episode, we're featuring stroke survivor Tymiak Hawkins who is sharing his story in a big way with the debut of his first book “Becoming The Light.” Our host Joe is chatting with him about their similar recovery experiences being that they both have mostly invisible, mental deficits from their strokes and how they manage that in their daily lives. They're also both former basketball players so they talk a lot about how being athletes played into their recovery. Like Joe, Tymiak is all about positive thinking and so this episode dives into how the focus on the gift of life post-stroke. How do you stay positive through the adversities of life? Please share on our socials!  Links Mentioned•Order Tymiak's book “Becoming The Light” here - https://www.tymiakhawkins.com/•Follow Tymiak on Instagram - https://instagram.com/twothet2.0?utm_medium=copy_link Credits•Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds•Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano•Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story•Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter•Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram•Edited by  Marcellus Wesley•Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryWinter is coming which means the holidays are on the way so our host Joe is talking with his partner and our producer Felice about how they prepare for this time of year. It can be especially overwhelming for a brain injury survivor to deal with the overstimulation and the extra social interactions associated with the holidays so Joe and Felice go into how he prepares mentally as a stroke survivor. If you are a brain injury survivor, how do you cope with the overwhelm the holidays can bring? Please share on our socials! Credits•Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds•Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano•Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story•Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter•Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram•Edited by  Marcellus Wesley•Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology and our Patreon Supporters

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryIn this episode, Joe is interviewing 2x stroke survivor, mother, and Dictionary nerd, Tania Saiz.  Tania shares her perspective of recovering from a stroke while parenting.  Joe and Tania talk about how she deals with physical and cognitive deficits plus the challenge of finding her new normal while raising a family.  Links mentioned- Follow Tania on IG - https://www.instagram.com/thecubanita- Read Tania's Blog - https://a-stroke-of-luck.weebly.com Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter 

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryHalloween is one of our favorite times of year because well, we're nerds and we love scary movies and costumes (especially those involved with our various fandoms).  But this year, Halloween will also be a way to help with our continued healing from this pandemic by offering some fun escapism through activities like dressing up and watching movies. In this episode, our host Joe and co-host Lauren, chat about how they are using this Halloween season to have a little bit of a release from this past year.  They talk a lot about costume planning, offer a Halloween costume challenge plus share how our favorite collection of NeuroNerds merch was inspired by Zombies.  What is your favorite Halloween costume of all time?  Share with us on our socials! Links Mentioned- Shop for our NN Zombie Collection of merch here - https://www.theneuronerds.com/shop/Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us! Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryWith World Stroke Day approaching, we're chatting with stroke survivor Amanda Salgado.  In this episode our host, Joe, talks with Amanda about her story which started with her training to be a physical therapist but turned into her becoming a physical therapy (PT) patient herself when she suffered a stroke.  She talks about the benefits she has been experiencing from getting PT at home with Motus Nova and how she's transitioned from using their Motus Hand to their Motus Foot.  She also talks about how connecting with community is helping her through recovery.  How does community support help you through challenges in life?  Please share on our socials! Links Mentioned:- Follow Amanda on IG - https://instagram.com/amanda_nicole236- If you're a stroke or brain injury survivor, see if The Motus Hand or Foot is right for you by taking the Motus assessment at https://motusnova.com/theneuronerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us!Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryIn this episode, Joe is chatting with his good friend and fellow brain injury survivor, Emily Matheny.  Emily suffered 3 brain aneurysms in 2018, all the while maintaining her mental health during recovery through meditation and mindfulness.  She has made it her mission to help others lead a mindful lifestyle through her podcast "Live Intentionally."  Joe and Emily talk about how they met, the importance of connecting with community, and how meditation has played a huge part in their recovery. Have you practiced mindfulness through meditation?  Let us know in the comments on our socials! Links Mentioned:- Listen to Emily's "Live Intentionally" podcast - https://anchor.fm/emilia-matheny- Follow Emily on IG - https://instagram.com/live_intentionally2018Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us! Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIt's National Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day (TN) on October 7th so we have Mackenzie Lea as our guest in this episode, talking about her experience with this condition. Joe and Mackenzie talk about their friendship and how they support each other through recovery and managing chronic illness. Mackenzie has made it her mission to spread awareness and advocate for others with TN through events like Paint The Town Teal and the Getting On My Nerves 5k marathon.  Do you know anyone who lives with TN?  Please connect with us on our socials! Links mentioned:- Follow Mackenzie on IG - https://instagram.com/macdaddytheladyface?utm_medium=copy_link- Getting On My Nerves 5k Marathon - https://instagram.com/gettingonmynerves5k?utm_medium=copy_link--Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us!Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryThe NeuroNerds are running in the London marathon! Well, virtually participating that is, since we're not physically there, on behalf of the Brain & Spine Foundation on October 3, 2021.  In this episode, Joe interviews fellow Brain & Spine Foundation ambassador Rhys Johnson plus their Community and Events Fundraising Officer, Grace Patient is joining us once again to talk about the marathon as well as all of the wonderful things this organization does to raise funds and awareness to support brain injury survivors.And with September being Chiari Malformation Awareness Month, Rhys is sharing his journey of getting diagnosed with this condition and his road to recovery.Want to support the Brain & Spine Foundation's London Marathon fundraiser?  Go here to donate - www.justgiving.com/fundraising/The-NeuroNerds.  Links Mentioned:- Learn more about the Brain & Spine Foundation - https://www.brainandspine.org.uk/- Follow Brain & Spine Foundation on IG - https://instagram.com/brainandspine- Follow Rhys Johnson on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rhys_kye- Read Rhys' full story here - https://www.brainandspine.org.uk/supporting-you/personal-stories/patient-and-carer-stories/rhys-story/ Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us! Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.SummaryWe're continuing our Motus Nova series with Dr. Nick Housley, the medical mind behind this innovative company helping stroke and brain injury survivors revolutionize their recovery at home. Especially with it being National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month, Joe talks with Dr. Nick about how Motus Nova not only works for stroke survivors but many different types of brain injury survivors including aneurysms.  They talk about the benefits of extended care at home, and their big goal is to help brain injury survivors expand their recovery beyond traditional physical therapy. Plus they dive into Dr. Nick's background as a cyclist and how being a brain injury survivor himself deepened his passion for PT and neuroscience. If you're a brain injury survivor, let us know your recovery stories. Please share on our socials! Links Mentioned:- Stroke and Brain Injury Survivors can take Motus Nova's free assessment here -  https://motusnova.com/theneuronerds- Join us in our Clubhouse club, The NeuroNerds Network, for live brain injury support group discussions on Wednesday and Fridays at 6pm PST/9pm EST https://www.clubhouse.com/club/the-neuronerd-networ- Join our YouSoRock Brain Injury Recovery Community on Facebook to connect - https://www.facebook.com/groups/yousorock/ Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerdsPlus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us! Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com.  Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds.Summary:Lauren is back recording in the studio! In this episode our co-host Lauren finally reunites with our host Joe, in person. They discuss the latest Matrix 4 trailer and how therapy and mental healthcare is being shown more and more on the big screen. What's more, they take a look back at the previous Matrix trilogy and talk about their favorite scenes from those movies. So if you haven't watched the Matrix movie, SPOILER alert! What's your favorite scene from the Matrix franchise? Share on our socials!If you are a brain injury survivor and are looking for support check out the links below for Joe's various support groups. Remember, The NeuroNerds are here to help! Links Mentioned:Motus Nova https://motusnova.com/theneuronerdsJoin us in our Clubhouse club, The NeuroNerds Network, for live brain injury support group discussions on Wednesday and Fridays at 6pm PST/9pm EST https://www.clubhouse.com/club/the-neuronerd-networJoin our YouSoRock Brain Injury Recovery Community on Facebook to connect - https://www.facebook.com/groups/yousorock/ Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Currently, The NeuroNerds are reading our fellow stroke survivor, Kavita Basi's book ‘Room 23.' Join us!Credits- Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds- Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano- Find Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram and submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story- Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter- Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, http://felicelazae.com, @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram- Edited by  Marcellus WesleySupporters- Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology and our Patreon Supporters

Guest: Sarah Breshears, MA, CCC-SLP: Today we continue our special series in collaboration with the Dysphagia Outreach Project in honor of Dysphagia Awareness Month, this time to speak about strokes with Sarah Breshears. This amazing woman is an SLP in her sixth year of practice working in an acute hospital setting, is the creative powerhouse behind Short and Sweet Speech, and on top of it all, she is the Instagram Manager for Dysphagia Outreach Project. She leads a team of five women who work to create content that is engaging, informative, and reaches those who would benefit from DOP's mission. We kick things with the moment of divine intervention that set Sarah off on her track to becoming an SLP before chatting about how she got involved with DOP. From there, we wind our way into the heavy topic of strokes, beginning with what happens to the brain when somebody has one, the effects it can have on their life, and how to recognize early symptoms. We also get into how strokes can result in dysphagia, and then move onto best practices for intervention and recovery, where we highlight the necessity of PT and OT. Our conversation covers the importance of instrumental assessment for dysphagia and the dangers of recommending the chin tuck swallow wholesale as well. Before wrapping up, Sarah gives us all her top tips for lowering the risk factors for strokes, so be sure to listen along with us today and learn all that Sarah has to share.

Professor Suzanne Kuys is the National Head, School of Allied Health at Australian Catholic University. She runs the Masters of Rehabilitation programs available in Neuro Physio, Gero Physio, OT and SP. This episode features the Masters and Undergrad courses at ACU, the ‘average' day in the life of an academic, Suzanne's research interests in stroke rehabilitation, and of course her career pathway. Suzanne also shares some expert tips for those thinking about a PhD or other research higher degree.2.34 - Intro2.53 - Career pathway5.40 - Queensland Health Advanced Clinician9.40 - Starting PhD - Increasing active therapy using a treadmill14.25 - Demonstrating to physios that treadmills are beneficial for gait training18.55 - Current research - the IMPACT trials. High intensity treadmill training for fitness & self management21.55 - The PhD journey24.02 - Where to start when you're thinking about doing research – get talking to people26.31 - Ideas for contacting research mentors28.00 - Average work day31.06 - Moving from clinical to academia 36.59 - Undergraduate Physio courses at ACU38.06 - Master of Rehabilitation programs at ACU43.22 - Some of Suzanne's current honours and PhD student research

Neofect is doing great work developing tech to help stroke patients rehabilitate from the comfort of their home and with a gamified format. Ant Pruitt discusses the products of Neofect on Hands-On Wellness. Host: Ant Pruitt Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-wellness

We know that stroke rehabilitation requires motivation and an absence of stress. But how can we create spaces that are both motivating and calming? How can we make sure that there are enough stimuli to encourage neuroplasticity and recovery of lost function? In this episode, Jan Chamberlain, Program Manager at the Centre of Research Excellence in Stroke Rehab and Brain Recovery chats to PhDc Ruby Lipson-Smith about the intersections of architecture, psychology and neuroscience and discovers that the majority of spaces for stroke rehabilitation are not currently fit for purpose. Episode recorded: 13 July 2017 Producers: Gavin Nebauer, Chris Hatzis, Andi Horvath and Jan Chamberlain Audio engineer: Arch Cuthbertson