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ASNR Member Dr. Kristan Leech is leading an NIH-funded study that begins to untangle the relationships between post-stroke apathy and mobility, as well as the underlying neural mechanisms. She shared more about this exciting ongoing study in our latest blog article. www.asnr.com/files/ASNR-B... 🧠📈

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Mark your calendar for our next ASNR Career Development Webinar! On October 30th at 2pm EDT, Dr. Keith Lohse will discuss best practices and reproducible methods for making scientific figures. The event is free, and all are welcome! Learn more and register: asnr.com/webinars #neurorehabilitation

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

How can wearable sensors help advance #neurorehabilitation & recovery? This paper explores the rich data that wearable sensors can provide on motor behavior in the clinic & daily life, questions that remain, potential applications, and implementation challenges. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

This image shows details about the article linked in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the article is, "Advancing Neurorehabilitation and Recovery Through Human Movement Quantification via Wearable Sensing."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

📢 Reminder! You have LESS THAN 1 MONTH to submit your proposal for an interactive Professional Development Session at our next Annual Meeting. #ASNR2027 will be held March 16-18th in Durham, and we're excited to hear your ideas. Proposals due: Nov 1, 2026. Learn more: www.asnr.com/i4a/forms/in...

In the background, there is a photo of the city of Durham. The overlaid text reads, "ASNR2027, Durham, North Carolina, Call for Professional Development Sessions, Applications for ASNR2027 Now Open! March 16-18, 2027, Durham Convention Center."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Dr. David Reinkensmeyer reflects on his career & what we've learned about the use of robotic technologies to enhance recovery of hand function after #stroke. He discusses Dr. Steven Wolf's work and future directions for robotic therapies in #neurorehabilitation. journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

The image shows details about the paper linked in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the article is, "Robotic Technologies for Hand Recovery After Stroke: A Reflection on Research Paths in Honor of Dr. Steven Wolf."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Neurorehab is evolving as we learn more about the central nervous system and how it recovers from injury. Authors discuss the neural substrates of skills, new strategies to enhance skill-specific practice, biomarkers to predict outcomes or tailor therapy, and more. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41699464/

The image shows details about the paper shared in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the paper is "Neurorehabilitation in the 21st Century: New Science, New Strategies, New Expectations."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📢 Reminder! You have 1 MONTH to submit your Scientific Symposia proposal for #ASNR2027 (March 16-18th in Durham). Due: Nov 1st There are 2 tracks: 1-Full Symposia asnr.com/i4a/forms/index.cfm?id=76&pageid=4009 2-Individual Talks for Curated Symposia asnr.com/i4a/forms/index.cfm?id=77&pageid=4010

In the background, there is a photo of the city of Durham. The overlaid text reads, "ASNR2027, Durham, North Carolina, Call for Scientific Symposia, Applications for ASNR2027 Now Open! March 16-18, 2027, Durham Convention Center."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Is visuospatial working memory (VSWM) important in locomotor learning post stroke? VSWM explained a significant amount of variance in split-belt treadmill step length accuracy & accuracy improvement w/ visual feedback. VSWM may be key in motor learning & gait rehab. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42233381/

The image shows details about the article linked in the post. The article was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the article is, "Visuospatial Working Memory Predicts Strategic Motor Learning With Visual Feedback During Gait After Stroke."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Excited to share results from your research at our next Annual Meeting? Abstract submissions are now open! Submit your abstract by Nov 29th at 11:59pm CT to be considered for a poster presentation at #ASNR2027 in Durham March 16-18th. Visit our website to find out more: www.asnr.com/asnr2027-pos...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Authors examined the literature on augmented reality (AR) & artificial intelligence (AI) approaches used to assess & treat post-stroke spatial neglect. Further work is needed to determine the feasibility, effectiveness, ecological validity, & personalization. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42080328/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

ReproRehab is more than an initiative to enhance rigor, reproducibility, & replicability in rehabilitation research through data science. It has become a vibrant community. In this article, Dr. Sook-Lei Liew discussed ReproRehab, the gap it fills, & how to get involved. www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_B...

Group photo of attendees at ReproRehab Summit.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

In a heterogenous cohort of stroke patients, the Early Prediction of functional Outcome after Stroke (EPOS) model applied within 72 hours post #stroke had moderate predictive performance for determining which individuals would regain independent gait at 3 months. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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Karunesh Ganguly MD PhD @karuneshganguly.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This is a first of a kind conference on recovery ranging from basic science to translational neuroscience. Looking forward to it! Please see below for deadlines for abstracts, scholarships, etc.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

To better understand how tDCS improves cognition & mood after #stroke, authors examined serum levels of inflammatory cytokines before & after rehabilitation + tDCS or sham. Results suggest rehab + tDCS may improve cognition & depression by lowering IL-6 & TNF-α. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

The image shows details about the article linked in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the article is, "TDCS Modulates Inflammatory Markers to Improve Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment and Depression: An Exploratory Randomized Trial."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Stroke survivors may avoid using their arm on the most affected side (nonuse), but we still don't fully know why nonuse arises & persists. This study's results support that altered neuromechanics post-stroke may drive nonuse to minimize effort required to do a task. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42080459/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We encourage postdocs, residents, & students from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for our Diversity Travel Fellowship! It provides travel funds & complimentary registration for our Annual Meeting for 3 consecutive years. Applications are due Jan 3, 2027: www.asnr.com/diversity-fe... #ASNR2027

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Authors found low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) 3x/week for 4 weeks improved symptoms of neurogenic overactive bladder in stroke survivors. The results support that rTMS was safe, acceptable & may reduce costs for stroke survivors. journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

ASNR is committed to supporting the professional development of members at all career stages, & our Annual Meeting includes multiple interactive educational sessions. We are now accepting proposals for Professional Development Sessions for #ASNR2027. Submit by 11/1/2026. www.asnr.com/i4a/forms/in...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Want to share your work at our next Annual Meeting March 16-18, 2027, in Durham? We're now accepting applications for #ASNR2027 Scientific Symposia! 🧠🔄 🧠📈 Deadline: Sunday, Nov 1, 2026 *Please note, all symposium organizers must be current ASNR members, but non-members can participate as speakers.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Authors compared explicit motor adaptation in people w/ & w/o low vision.Those w/ low vision were just as effective at discovering new explicit sensorimotor strategies & recalling previously learned strategies, suggesting potential value for rehab. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42106927/ @tsay.bsky.social

This article shows details about the paper linked in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the paper is, "Minimal Impact of Low Vision on Explicit Sensorimotor Adaptation."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We're excited to highlight Dr. Heidi Schambra's career, research on post-stroke motor recovery, & ASNR involvement. She shares what she's most looking forward to at #ASNR2027, how she got involved in ASNR leadership, & major challenges & opportunities in neurorehab. 🧠📈 www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_E...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Authors compared task performance & brain activity in dual task walking in people w/ #Parkinsons disease w/ (FOG+) & w/o freezing of gait. FOG+ preserved gait velocity & sacrificed manual task performance. Theta-band neural dynamics may be key for the mechanism. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

In a secondary analysis of CogEx trial data, authors found improvements in cognitive processing speed in people w/ multiple sclerosis were associated w/ progression in specific intervention modules & participant characteristics, like baseline processing speed & age. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42033185/

This image shows details about the paper linked in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The title of the paper is, "Looking Beyond Dose: Identifying Responders and Non-Responders to RehaCom Computerized Cognitive Rehabilitation in Progressive MS—The CogEx Study."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Researchers found that postural control & gait deficits begin in the pre-manifest stage & are worse in those w/ manifest Huntington's disease. Their findings that postural control deficits contribute substantially to gait deficits can inform treatment approaches. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

ASNR was established in 1990 to advance clinical care and basic & clinical research on the rehabilitation & management of patients with chronic neurological disabilities. For over 30 years, we've continued to grow our vibrant community & drive progress. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 Learn more & become a member: asnr.com

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

For over 6 decades, Dr. Steven Wolf has helped shape modern #neurorehabilitation. We're thrilled to highlight this NNR special issue honoring his career. Dr. Wolf has been a longtime member of ASNR and the NNR editorial board. Read it here: journals.sagepub.com/toc/nnrb/40/... @journals.sagepub.com

The text reads, "Special Issue Announcement (Volume 40, Issue 9, September 2026), “Novel Interventions to Mitigate Risk of and Promote Recovery in Neurological Conditions—Honoring the Contributions of Dr. Steven L. Wolf”, This Month’s Issue of Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair recognizes the extraordinary scientific career and enduring influence of Dr. Steven L. Wolf, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine." There is an image of the cover of the NNR issue on the left and a photo of Dr. Steven Wolf on the right.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Catching up with ASNR members at our Annual Meetings is a highlight every year. But did you know that ASNR supports members and provides valuable benefits year round? Visit our website to learn more about ASNR member benefits and how you can join our vibrant community. www.asnr.com/memberbenefi...

ASNR Members at our 2026 Annual Meeting.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Wearable devices provide a window into how patients move in everyday life. Authors found physical activity was associated w/ lower bradykinesia & higher mild dyskinesia in people w/ Parkinson's disease. Objective movement measures can inform #neurorehabilitation. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Have you checked out ASNR's blog lately? We've published nearly 100 articles about ASNR members, hot topics in the field, exciting new research, and ASNR updates. Visit the blog: asnr.com/blog Have an idea for an article or want to recommend an ASNR member to be featured? Email us: info@asnr.com

This is a 4 x 4 grid of the preview images from recent ASNR blog posts. Many show photos of ASNR members who have been featured.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

To examine if levodopa enhances post-stroke motor recovery, authors conducted a systematic review & meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. The results show levodopa does not augment motor, cognitive, or mood outcomes during #rehabilitation after #stroke. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Planning to join us for #ASNR2027 next March? Take a moment to add these key dates to your calendar to make sure you don't miss an upcoming deadline. We look forward to seeing you in Durham, NC, March 16-18 for our next ASNR Annual Meeting! #neurorehabilitation #rehabilitation

The text reads, ASNR2027, Durham, North Carolina. Key Dates: March 16-18, 2027 Durham Convention Center. August 10: Diversity Fellowship applications open
September 7: Call for scientific symposia proposals
September 8: Call for professional development session proposals
September 28: Poster abstract submission opens
November 1: Scientific symposia & professional development session proposals due
November 9: Call for awards nominations
November 29: Poster abstract submission deadline
January 3: Diversity Fellowship applications due
January 4: Registration opens
January 24: Awards nominations due
February 19: Early Bird registration & hotel reservation deadline

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Authors studied how cortical power & connectivity relate to time post stroke & motor deficit severity. Results support EEG measures, especially network connectivity, as biomarkers of cortical reorganization & stress how context is key for interpreting EEG. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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Netta Gurari, PhD @nettagurari.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Excited for the opportunity to investigate how stroke affects peripheral nerve signaling and, in turn, sensorimotor function. With an amazing transdisciplinary team, we hope to uncover how to effectively engage the peripheral nervous system after stroke. Thank you NIH NICHD!

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We're looking forward to getting the ASNR community together in Durham, NC, for #ASNR2027! Mark your calendar for March 16-18, & start thinking about potential submissions for abstracts, professional development sessions, & symposia! More information & key dates are coming soon. #neurorehabilitation

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

In this recent clinical trial, authors observed different effects of repetitive peripheral sensory stimulation above or below the sensory threshold in at different stages post-stroke. Their results highlight a potential avenue for better personalizing treatment. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The TWIST prediction tool uses clinical tests done 1 wk after #stroke to predict if/when patients will recover the ability to walk on their own. Researchers in Japan did an external validation study of the tool. Predictions were overly optimistically in this cohort. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41761786/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Ready for another book for your reading list? In Elusive Cures, author Dr. Nicole Rust describes advances in our understanding of the brain, unanswered questions, and new frontiers for research on brain disorders. Thanks to Dr. Manuel Marte for the recommendation! press.princeton.edu/books/hardco...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Results from a recent clinical trial suggest that intermittent theta burst stimulation could potentially serve as a more practical and time-efficient alternative to repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for improving cognitive function post-stroke. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 🧪 journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

The image shows details about the article linked in the post. It was published in the journal Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. The article is titled, "Comparative Efficacy of iTBS and rTMS in Treating Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial."

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

What's important to patients with neurological conditions, & what does living well mean to them? Drs. Darcy Reisman & Sandhya Seshadri explore how closer links between #neurorehab & #neuropalliative care could improve outcomes & quality of life for patients & their families. tinyurl.com/49au83fx

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Applications are open for our 2027 Diversity Travel Fellowship! The fellowship supports underrepresented individuals w/ travel funds & registration for our Annual Meeting for 3 years. www.asnr.com/diversity-fe... Applications are due Jan 3, 2027. #ASNR2027 will be held March 16-18th in Durham, NC.

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Researchers found that differences in the disruption of the connectivity of brain networks can distinguish individuals post-stroke who have spatial neglect from those who don't. The disrupted networks could potentially serve as targets for #neurorehabilitation. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41773346/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Our next summer reading recommendation is a book about one of our own ASNR Members Dr. Kathleen Friel! Written by Danna Zeiger & illustrated by Josée Bisaillon, it shares stories of perseverance, overcoming challenges, & scientific curiosity from Dr. Friel's life. lernerbooks.com/shop/show/26...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Disorders of consciousness can be tough to diagnose. Authors propose a hybrid assessment model w/ behavioral assessments + autonomic & neurophysiological markers. The model may enhance diagnostic certainty, support tailored rehab, & strengthen ethical transparency. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42084300/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Working as a physical therapist, Desmond Asante recognized the challenges patients & clinicians faced in restoring movement post-stroke. He wanted to be part of the solution. Now a PhD student, he's using technology to advance bilateral arm movement assessment in stroke. www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_M...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Authors temporally validated the TWIST prediction tool in a new cohort, refining the tool & its interpretation to make more conservative predictions as needed. Used 1 week post-stroke, the refined TWIST tool can predict independent walking at different time points. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41668670/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Extent of corticospinal tract (CST) injury post stroke may help predict motor outcomes.But what's the best way to measure CST injury? Authors compared 4 lesion load methods & 3 #neuroimaging templates to inform future work on post-stroke motor & functional outcomes. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41766678/

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Sometimes discovering what you don't want to do is key for ultimately finding the perfect fit. Dr. Seth Hays discusses his career, his research on vagus nerve stimulation in neurorehabilitation, his experiences in ASNR & grand challenges in the field in this new article. www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_B...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Addressing respiratory dysfunction is key for post-stroke recovery. Adding inspiratory muscle training to standard neurorehab ⬆️ respiratory muscle strength, diaphragm thickness, & diaphragm excursion in subacute #stroke more than standard therapy alone. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 🧪 journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1...

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ASNR @asnrehab.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Neurorehabilitation brings together amazing people from industry, research, clinical care, advocacy, & other areas. In this article, Anne Vivian-Scott shares how she got involved in the field & how she has contributed to empowering scientists w/ tech & innovation. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_B...

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