October

It's fall in the northern hemisphere. Summer is still tempting us with an occasional warm day, but there is no doubt winter is coming. Herbs need drying. Final produce is coming from the garden. The heat is on. Plan activities now, which will see you through the winter.

As some you made of read on the Message Board Chuck Hofvander, who is a writer for this newsletter, had a seizure on Sept 22. We wish Chuck speedy recovery.

It seems like an endless search, but once again StrokeNet is on the lookout for writers for the newsletter. Please contact me if you are interested. If you have contacted me in the past, don't let that stop you from trying again! Openings appear all the time.

Enjoy the October newsletter!

Lin Wisman
Editor StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenet.biz.

Organization Highlights

Stroke Network News
By Steve Mallory

This month Steve focuses on finances. This includes a report, with pictures, of the 6^th annual golf fundraiser. He also thanks everyone who personally sent a donation to keep the site running. Several other ways members can be of help are listed, including buying lapel pins and holding fund raisers.

Steve also announces a decision to look for a grant to help fund advertising. This would enable The Stroke Network to be more widely known.

At the very end of the article find an announcement of a new link on the website. If you need help with prescription assistance, check out this site.

Click to Read Steve's Remarks...

The Lokomat

Experimental device to help retrain the brain to walk

By Chuck Hofvander

Chuck was able to use the Lokomat for 12 weeks. It is designed to improve walking abilities. In the first part of the article Chuck shares his personal experience.

He then shares an interview with George Hornby PT, PhD, who has been using this device for some time. Dr Hornby answers many questions a potential user might have.

Chuck also shares a website which further explains the therapy.

If you or someone you know is struggling with walking, check out this possibility.

Click to Read The Lokomat

Stroke Newsfeed Review
Stroke News in the Media By Jean Guggenheimer Stroke related articles reviewed this month: · Nintendo Wii used in stroke recovery · Visual input area of brain reorganizes itself · US life expectancy · ER self check-in · Patients call family before medics · New stem cell source · Medical marijuana robbery · Aspirin gets high marks If any of these interests you, click below. Click to Read Newsfeed Review...

Ask 007
A "Not-So-Serious" Advice Column By Marty Arlen Each month 007, aka Marty Arlen, answers reader's questions. Humor is central to responds. This month Marty answers a question about motivation. He shares a story of his Stroke Survivor Friend Bill. Send your questions to marlen@strokenetwork.org. Click to Read 007...

Fuel for the Journey
Help Towards Recovery Sexuality and Stroke By Lin Mouat This month Lin share some data regarding sexuality and stroke. She shares her story and some comments from other members. She also quotes Louis Caplan, who is a stroke expert. Email comments and suggestions to lmouat@strokenetwork.org Click to Read Fuel for the Journey...

Stroke Network Websites
Stroke Awareness This review is part of a series covering The Stroke Network websites. The Stroke Network site Stroke Awareness reviewed this issue. Find it at http://www.strokeawareness.org/. This page is also available at the top of many Stroke Network web pages. It is also listed on the left in this newsletter. Click to Read Website Review

Brain Teaser
Fun Questions to Work the Brain This month the Stroke Network received this list of questions from a member. It is a good way to exercise the brain. If you are a person in to sending out jokes and other fun messages to friends, you might want to send these. See if anyone writes back! Click to Read Working the Brain

Member Celebrations

Birthdays and Stroke Anniversaries
Compiled By Nancy Fiduk

The Stroke Network congratulates all members who have celebrated a birthday or stroke anniversary this month. Click below to see the list we have on file.

Click to Read Celebrations...

Each month members' birthdays, which they have placed in their message board profile, are listed.

To add your birthday, from the home page of the Message board, http://www.strokeboard.net, select Member Links, My Controls. On the left side of the page look for the category, Personal Profile. Select Edit Profile.

If you would like your stroke anniversary listed, send to the editor at lwisman@strokenet.biz
Be sure to include your username and the month, day and year of the stroke. If you are not the survivor, please include the survivor's first name and your relationship. For example: Bill, husband.

Member Bios
Roberta Caton Stu Pickall Roberta Caton, who is a new member, recommends fishing to help relieve stress. Stu Pickall stroked a day before his 56^th birthday. Like many survivors his symptoms increased during the day. But, it took a while to finally realize something was terribly wrong. Click to Read Bios... Remember to click the photo to see the bio. Bios of Stroke Network members are located in the Member Bios section of the Gallery. Most are stroke stories. If you would like your bio featured, add to the Member Bios section of Gallery on the Messge Board or send to the editor to add for you. In order to be featured, bios must be 200-1000 words. You must include both your first and last name, and a picture of yourself. Bios are not just for survivors, any member can add theirs. Should you need to find help, the full instructions are in the Message Board FAQ. Still have questions? Contact the editor.

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Roberta Caton, who is a new member, recommends fishing to help relieve stress.