exercises focusing on strengthening particular parts of the body. Every stroke is unique. Every person’s needs are different. This new guide is a much needed and overdue tool box of practical and easily followed exercise regimes for those recovering from a stroke as well as the families and whānau who support them in their
THIS self-rehabilitation booklet is designed to support exercises aimed at people with deficits after having undergone a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Upon returning home, rehabilitation is often reduced or even abandoned compared to the period of hospital admission.
In this ebook, you’ll discover 20 exercises for stroke recovery that will help improve mobility in your legs, core, arm, shoulder, and hand. Each exercise features pictures of our licensed therapists Lili, Cassi, and Barbara.
The goal of stroke rehabilitation is to restore as much independence as possible by improving physical, mental and emotional functions. This must be done in a way that preserves your dignity and motivates you to re-learn basic skills that stroke …
exercise after stroke can improve cardiovascular fitness, walking ability, and upper arm strength. In addition, emerging research suggests exercise may improve depressive symptoms, cognitive function, memory, and quality of life after stroke.” - Sandra Billinger, Physical Therapist at the University of Kansas Medical Center Stroke Exercises
a stroke survivor looking to improve movement, you’re in the right place. Here, we provide 20 exercises from our licensed therapists, designed to improve leg, core, arm, shoulder, and hand mobility. Flint Rehab is here to support and guide you during your journey to recovery. Let's do it …
Also included are some valuable practical exercises and ideas that you can use in your life to address any speech and cognitive deficits that may have resulted from your Stroke.
We want to encourage your family to do the exercise program with you. Here are some ways they can be involved: • some exercises can be done with a partner (these exercises are identified in this manual) • help organize the exercise equipment for quick changes between exercises • help put exercise equipment away after each exercise is done
Exercise can reduce your risk of having a stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA). Just 30 minutes of moderate activity five days a week can reduce your risk of stroke by over 25%. It also has benefits for your physical and mental health including: lowering your blood pressure. lowering your cholesterol levels.
Start small and increase the amount and intensity of physical activity and exercise to build endurance and strength and develop healthier habits for life. All stroke survivors should engage in some form of physical activity that’s readily accessible to them and helps them be active!