Stroke Recovery Rehab

Stroke survivor resources often emphasize the importance of exercise, but it’s discouraging to try lifting weights or running when you can hardly move one side of your body.However, once you find routines that really resonate with you – especially ones you can do at home or outside – you’ll find exercise can have a profound impact on your recovery after stroke.In this episode, I’m joined by Tricia DiGregorio to discuss key takeaways from our recent article: Why Exercise is Important After Stroke.*Note: This podcast was originally recorded as a Substack Live event on September 10, 2026.Key Moments(1:15) Meet Tricia(2:40) Tricia’s journey with exercise after stroke(4:50) Working out at home after stroke(6:20) Weight loss after stroke(7:45) Neurofatigue after stroke(12:00) Reading after stroke(14:45) How exercise supports recovery after stroke(15:45) Embracing healthier habits after stroke(18:00) Driving after stroke(22:00) Losing your independence after stroke(24:00) Progress can continue years after stroke(26:50) Connect with Tricia This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com

Driving was one of the most significant, frustrating, and unexpected challenges in the years after stroke.In this episode, I share a few simple tips that helped me to feel more comfortable behind the wheel.For more information on driving after stroke, be sure to review the links and resources in this article: https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2025/02/01/learning-to-drive-after-stroke-tips-and-tools-for-stroke-survivors/For more stories like this from stroke recovery, read the free monthly newsletter: https://strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com

In this episode, I share an article that I wrote with my friend and fellow AVM stroke survivor Tracy Myers, where we highlight the common details you learn after finding out your stroke was caused by an arteriovenous malformation, or AVM.Since arteriovenous malformations are quite rare, it can be challenging to find information relevant to your situation that explains this unique medical condition in layman’s terms.For more information about AVMs and life after stroke caused by an AVM rupture, be sure to review the links and resources throughout this article: https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2024/12/01/recovery-after-an-avm-stroke-insights-from-two-stroke-survivors/For more stories like this from stroke recovery, read the free monthly newsletter at https://strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com

Creatine is a popular supplement for enhancing physical performance, but it also has some impressive claims about its potential to support brain health.In this episode, I share my experiences with using creatine after stroke and how this common supplement may be beneficial for stroke survivors.For more information on creatine and how it can potentially help stroke survivors, be sure to review the links and resources that are included in this article: https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2023/03/01/the-surprising-cognitive-benefits-of-creatine/For more stories like this from stroke recovery, read the free monthly newsletter: https://strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com/*The information provided on supplements on this page and others on this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult your physician before starting any new supplement regimen. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com

In the years after a stroke, recovery can feel like a lonely journey as you seek to rebuild the life you once knew, and it can be difficult to piece together advice as you bounce from one medical specialist to another.In this episode, I share an article that I wrote with my friend and fellow stroke survivor Anadee Nikte, where we discuss some simple tips to help stroke survivors build a personalized structure that supports ongoing progress in recovery after stroke.For more information on any of the concepts discussed in this episode or to learn more about Anadee, be sure to review the links and resources included in this article: https://strokerecoveryrehab.com/2025/11/01/creating-a-plan-for-ongoing-progress-in-stroke-recovery/For more stories like this from stroke recovery, read the free monthly newsletter at: https://strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strokerecoveryrehab.substack.com