StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

Walt shares the latest research on Aphasia. David reflects on continuing recovery after traditional therapy has ended." Deb reminds us, in "Did You Know," what The Stroke Network is all about.

In "The Juggling Caregiver" Claudia's article is "I'm Running as Fast as I Can." Rachel in ""Stroke of Luck" shares her stroke story. In "Healing with Poetry" Jay reflects on Small Victories.

At the end of the newsletter find more info on The Stroke Network.

Enjoy the September Newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

An Update on Aphasia Research
Methods that Work By Walt Kilcullen Over the years Walt has been keeping up with Aphasia Research. In this article he focusses on Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: (rTMS) or Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) and Constraint Induced Aphasia Therapy: or constraint induced language therapy. Click Icon to Read Article Contact Walt at wkilcullen@strokenetwork.org

Recovery Does Not End
Moving from Traditional to Self-Created Therapy by David Wasielewski Most Stroke Survivors spend significant time in therapy. After they are released from Tradition Therapy they must find ways to keep the progress they have made and even to extend that progress Click Icon to Read the Article Contact David at dwasielewski@strokenetwork.org

Did You Know?
THE STROKE NETWORK is one terrific organization. By Deb Theriault Senior Contributing Writer and Information Resources Administrator Deb reminds readers of what The Stroke Network is all about. Click Icon to Read the Story Contact Deb at dtheriault@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver
I'm Juggling as Fast as I Can... By Claudia Warner Claudia finds she is on the run a lot. In this article she shares her experience. This article includes data about a badge she bought for Wes, who has aphasia. It has helped with his communication. This is a reprint from June 2010. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Claudia at cwarner@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck
My Stroke Story By Rachel Stolz Rachel shares her story of a stroke resulting from an aneurysm. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Rachel at rstolz@strokenetwork.org

Healing with Poetry
Small Victories By Jay Allen Jay reminds us to celebrate Victories - both Small and Large. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Jay at jallen@strokenetwork.org

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For the past twelve years, StrokeNet has been publishing the personal stories of stroke survivors and their caregivers.

Every survivor and caregiver has a unique experience and point of view to offer. StrokeNet gives others, in similar circumstances, the opportunity to learn about your own experience, and how your viewpoint has changed post-stroke.

We've all been there, either as a stroke survivor or as a caregiver. We know what it's like firsthand to be transported, in the blink of an eye, from our normal lives to a life of shattered dreams and an uncertain outlook, with our physical and emotional reality altered forever.

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