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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
There's so much equipment on the market for #stroke recovery ranging from $10 exercise bands to $400 robotic devices. I'll explain what's worth your money and what's not! youtu.be/e7jQVUrv2YI
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What’s ACTUALLY Worth Buying For Stroke Recovery and What’s Not
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
So many stroke survivors have trouble opening their hand, but don't know where to start. I walk you through 5 exercises you can do at home to help get your hand to open! youtu.be/F3Yij4-XHA8
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5 Exercises To Open Your Hand After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
You've been working hard on your #recovery, so why does it suddenly feel like you're going backward? Regression after #stroke is real, it's more common than you think, but there are things you can do to get back on track! youtu.be/BjOGy8uPWag
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What Regression Really Means After Stroke & What To Do About It
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
If your shoulder feels weak or hard to move after your #stroke, this 10 minute #workout is for you. We’ll do two sets of 5 #exercises to strengthen your shoulder and rebuild its movement! youtu.be/gSHbsR50TD0
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10-MIN Shoulder Recovery Exercises After Stroke – Real Time Workout
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
After a #stroke, if you’ve ever wondered why your affected side gets worse when you’re tired, this video is for you! I explain why it happens and give you 4 strategies that can help! youtu.be/l_9QbFbXHSc
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Why Your Affected Side Gets Worse When You’re Tired & What To Do About It
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
You might know that getting outside is good for your health, but did you know that #nature and sunlight can also help support #stroke #recovery? I cover this and give practical tips to help you get outside more after stroke! youtu.be/iRIqDB5rb7c
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How Nature and Sunlight Support Stroke Recovery
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
This 20-minute full body, seated #stroke recovery workout has #exercises that are great for survivors who are not quite ready to stand yet and those who are tired but still want some movement practice! youtu.be/KIvDu8nyVkw
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20-Minute Full Body Stroke Recovery Exercises – Seated Workout
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
It’s hard to know what to expect when it comes to recovering from a #stroke. I cover 8 signs to look for that will help you understand if you’re on the right track! youtu.be/nu8V1oY5FKY
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8 Signs You’re Starting to Recover After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
have you ever felt lost doing exercises for stroke recovery or wonder if you’re doing things that actually work? I’ll help you put together a home rehab plan like a therapist would, whether you're a new stroke survivor, feel like you've plateaued, or looking for a fresh start! youtu.be/L3pFPO0AKMo
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How to Build Your Stroke Rehab Plan Like A Therapist
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
There are 5 common reasons why #hand recovery can stall after #stroke. I’ll explain each one and give you some practical tips to help you get back to making progress! youtu.be/zK14M2cWNDY
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5 Reasons Your Hand Isn’t Improving After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Your hip may contribute to #walking issues after your #stroke more than you realize. Today, I'll show you four levels of one simple #exercise to build hip flexor strength to help you improve your walking. youtu.be/ORMguhmHdC4
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One Simple Exercise To Improve Walking After Stroke (4 Levels)
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
If you’ve been told you won’t make any more progress after your #stroke, you may have been sold a lie. I explain why and give you practical tips so you can continue to make progress at home regardless of how long it’s been since your stroke! youtu.be/H3FJe6VKkos
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“You Won’t Improve Any More After Stroke” (Why It’s Not True)
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Rest is crucial for #stroke recovery, but if rest is the only tool you're using against fatigue, you might get stuck. I cover what the limited research says about how to improve post stroke fatigue & how you can try it at home! youtu.be/dcc1pNGa43w
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You Want To Stop Feeling Exhausted After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
If you feel unsteady after your stroke, I walk you through 4 levels of exercises designed to improve standing balance! youtu.be/c-17vHdsOZ8
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Exercises to Improve Standing Balance After Stroke (4 Levels)
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
No one warns you that after a #stroke, you might feel abandoned by the people you always thought would be there. I explain why it happens and more importantly, what you can do to rebuild connection! youtu.be/Q8ammSumK0A
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The Truth About Loneliness After Stroke & How to Reconnect
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
There are five mistakes that can slow your #stroke recovery down and no one may have talked to you about them. I explain what they are and how you can avoid them! youtu.be/5m7RKC86utE
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5 Mistakes Stroke Survivors Are Never Warned About
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Have you lost your motivation to keep working on your recovery after #stroke? I explain why you don't actually need motivation to keep making progress and show you what actually works instead! youtu.be/LxCG6VCYb4E
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Lost Your Motivation After Stroke? Here's What Actually Works
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
If you can walk a little after your #stroke, but one side is weak or your legs feel heavy, this 20-minute real time workout is for you! I go through a challenging combo of seated/standing leg #exercises to help improve walking endurance and stability after stroke ❤️ youtu.be/75Ss27fWXBk
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20 MIN Workout to Walk Better After Stroke – Real Time Exercises
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
For decades, we were lied to about one specific food group and it’s turned out to be crucial for heart and #brain health! I explain where this lie started, why understanding the different types matters, and two diets that research consistently links to better brain health! youtu.be/xdvFj9Lc3GA
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THIS Dietary Advice May Be Hurting Your Stroke Recovery
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
If you have trouble opening your hand after your #stroke, you may assume it's only due to weakness, but there's actually more going on neurologically here. I’ll explain why this happens and give you some ideas on what can help! youtu.be/rVIp7j5z9Nc
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Why Your Hand Stays Closed After Stroke (And Exercises That Help It Open)
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Research shows that up to half of all #stroke survivors will develop shoulder #pain. It’s hard to know what’s causing it and how to make it better. I explain the 5 most common causes and some ideas to help improve it! youtu.be/3CH9AaD_i_g
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The Reason Your Shoulder Hurts After Stroke (And Exercises That Help)
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
After #stroke, your brain can start rebuilding movement pathways even before your arm can actually move. I’ll show you 4 evidence-based techniques to improve arm/hand movement whether you're starting with some or none at all. youtu.be/J1An1TBqcyQ
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How To Regain Arm & Hand Movement After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
There’s a whole side of #stroke recovery that’s almost never talked about. With May being both Stroke and Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s talk about what’s so often ignored ❤️  youtu.be/RQLv82_4vWA
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5 Things No One Tells You About Stroke Recovery
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Nobody prepares you for what #stroke recovery is actually like, but when you have a little structure and know more of what to expect, it can make recovery a lot less overwhelming. That’s where understanding the 7 Brunnstrom Stages of stroke recovery can help! youtu.be/fA44tIsrFkc
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7 Brunnstrom Stages of Stroke Recovery – OT Explains
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
A new research study published in February shows that doing THIS type of exercise can help you make more progress in your recovery. I’ll explain you what it is and how you can easily include it in your home rehab! youtu.be/ohJjRYy_d0w
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New Study - Skipping THIS Exercise Will Slow Down Your Stroke Recovery
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
### Foot drop after #stroke isn't necessarily just due to muscle weakness. In this video, I explain why it happens & go through a 5 #exercise protocol to improve it; and designed for whether you have zero movement or you're able to do more. youtu.be/RUNb7rsZhHo
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You Want To Stop Dragging Your Foot After Stroke – Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
While neuropathy happens because of nerve damage, that doesn't mean there's nothing you can do about it! In this video, I explain why #neuropathy happens & provide a simple 5-exercise protocol to help reduce neuropathy symptoms. youtu.be/KssoRTrewBU
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You Want To Reduce Neuropathy – Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Rebuilding leg strength after #stroke is complicated. You might be dealing with other complex issues stacked on top of each other. In this video, I go through a simple five-exercise protocol designed to work with complex post stroke issues so you can rebuild your leg strength! youtu.be/MNwEpfSUI4Y
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You Want Stronger Legs After Stroke - Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Fatigue is one of the most common and debilitating issues after #stroke, affecting up to 70% of survivors. In this video, I explain why post stroke fatigue happens and give you a five-strategy protocol to help you have more energy after your stroke! youtu.be/QiliSWMFziE
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You Want More Energy After Stroke - Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
In this video, I explain why getting your #balance back after a stroke is so complex and go through a simple 5 #exercise protocol specifically designed to improve balance after #stroke! youtu.be/87_f1VWAl1o
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You Want Better Balance After Stroke – Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Hand movement is by far one of the most difficult movements to get back after a #stroke. In this video, I explain why and go through a 5 exercise protocol designed to improve hand movement after stroke! youtu.be/GH8_sC3gx5o
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You Want To Move Your Hand Better After Stroke – Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
In this video, I explain why shoulder/scapular strength and stabilization are so important to moving your arm and provide a simple #exercise protocol that can be done at home with minimal equipment so you can start moving your arm better after your #stroke! youtu.be/0GCekH3l03o
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You Want To Move Your Arm Better After Stroke - Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
In this video, I explain why ankle strength/stabilization is so important to walking and provide a simple #exercise protocol that can be done at home with minimal equipment so you can start walking better after your #stroke! youtu.be/cxZOvjyBzPk
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You Want To Walk Better After Stroke – Do This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Exercise & movement are fundamental to making progress after #stroke, but a very common symptom called post stroke fatigue can end your workout or rehab routine right after it starts! I explain why this happens & what you can do about it, so you can get back to making progress! youtu.be/tH7sdehCOe4
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You Need To Workout After Stroke, But You Only Want To Sleep – How to Fix This
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
While stretching for spasticity after #stroke is not a permanent cure, it can temporarily help relieve pain & tightness associated with spasticity. This 6-minute, daily routine is designed to guide you through 4 prolonged stretches to help reduce arm & hand spasticity! youtu.be/sw5l9vztsMM
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6 Min Arm & Hand Spasticity Stretches Daily Workout – Stroke Recovery
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
In this video, I explain how you can make huge #stroke recovery progress with these 5 cheap but effective rehab tools, if you know how to use them! youtu.be/GObzTNqHFX4
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The 5 Rehab Tools Every Stroke Survivor Needs – Cheap But Effective
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
If you’re doing your #exercises and showing up for yourself, but you feel like your home rehab has stopped working… there may be a simple answer. In this video, I explain the main reason and what you can do to restart progress after #stroke! youtu.be/UpdwqDN2rBs
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Why Stroke Recovery Progress Stops & How To Fix it
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
In this video, I explain why it’s common for the hand to get stuck in a fist after #stroke, the 3 most common mistakes that keep your hand stuck, and 3 evidence-based tips that can help you open it again! youtu.be/01FgHJBknSQ
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Why Your Hand Won’t Open After Stroke & How To Fix It ✋
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
After your #stroke, were you afraid of having another one? If so, you’re not alone. In this video, I’m joined by Clive Kempson, advocate & stroke survivor, to explore this topic and give you some tips to overcome it! youtu.be/672Bi6rFESY
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How to Overcome The Fear Of Having Another Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
If you’re struggling to #walk again after your #stroke, this video is for you. I go through a step by step #exercise progression to maximize your chance of walking again! youtu.be/qscldsGBI3k
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How To Walk Again After A Stroke: Simple Exercise Guide
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
You can gift Post Stroke by clicking the Paypal link in our bio 👆 or mailing a donation to this P.O. Box: Post Stroke 6301 Hwy 58, Unit 3 Harrison, TN 37341 Thank you SO much for supporting Post Stroke this holiday season, but more importantly, for supporting survivors who refuse to give up! ❤️
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
The most important thing in stroke recovery is something that many survivors, and even doctors, overlook. But it can completely change the course of your recovery. In this video, I explain what it is, the science behind it, and how you can get it! youtu.be/eSd74_gtHzg
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The Most Important Thing You Can Do After a Stroke — Backed by Science
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Therapy ends. Recovery doesn’t. Help us bridge the gap ❤️ youtu.be/1B_iRObmeEM Donate via Paypal: www.paypal.com/donate?campa... Or mail us a gift: Post Stroke 6301 Hwy 58, Unit 3 Harrison, TN 37341 Thank you SO much for supporting Post Stroke and survivors this holiday season ❤️
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Therapy Ends, Recovery Doesn’t. Help Us Bridge the Gap.
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Weak grip strength isn’t just annoying, it’s also a predictor of your overall health. In this video, I show 4 easy exercises to improve your grip strength that you can do with stuff from around your house! youtu.be/UodVZEfubhk
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4 Crucial Exercises To Improve Your Grip Strength After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
There are three huge mistakes I often see stroke survivors make, but the good news is that every single one of them is changeable. In this video, I’ll share what those mistakes are and how to avoid them! youtu.be/SgQGnsuOYYU
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The 3 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make After Stroke & How To Fix Them
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
In this video, I bust 10 #stroke recovery #myths that could be stopping your #progress! youtu.be/fLOQvUdSFuo
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10 Stroke Recovery Myths Keeping You Stuck
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
You only need 3 exercises to help you build stronger legs after your stroke, no equipment required. I share what they are, how to do them, and why they’re so effective! youtu.be/zhNqSKyuNuY
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The Only 3 Exercises You Need for Stronger Legs After Stroke
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
What’s the best type of exercise for #stroke recovery based on science? Range of motion? Strength training? Cardio? Gait training? In this video, I explore this question and explain how to create a neuroplasticity boosting exercise routine for your home rehab! youtu.be/V7Sfv7DJUAc
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What is the best exercise for stroke recovery?
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
The bathroom can be one of the hardest and scariest places to navigate after you’ve had a #stroke. It’s also the one place you really want privacy. By the end of this video, you’ll have 13 OT–approved tools that make the bathroom easier and safer after stroke! youtu.be/f2jC4rlhOl8
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13 Tools To Make The Bathroom Easier & Safer After Stroke – OT Approved
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Post Stroke @poststrokeorg.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Have you ever wondered if you could make progress faster after your #stroke? By the end of this video, you’ll know what activities help your brain heal faster, how this physiologically happens, and practical tips to help your brain rewire faster after stroke! youtu.be/bWUu259Zsv0
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THESE Activities Heal Your Brain Faster After Stroke
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