Stroke and Neuro Therapy

18/05/2026

14/05/2026

14/05/2026

This is why rehabilitation matters. 💜

Occupational therapy is so much more than exercises and appointments — it’s about helping people return to the moments that matter most to them. From rebuilding strength and coordination to restoring confidence and independence, rehabilitation can make incredible things possible after stroke.

A lovely reminder of the life-changing impact of neuro rehabilitation and the importance of ensuring stroke survivors have access to the right support at the right time.

Thank you to Stroke Association, Amanda Cable and FOX Rehabilitation for sharing such a powerful story.

06/05/2026

🧠 Stroke recovery doesn’t end when someone leaves hospital, many challenges only become clear at home.

Here are 5 signs your loved one may benefit from specialist occupational therapy support after a stroke.

Occupational therapy focuses on improving independence, safety, and confidence in everyday life- helping people participate in daily life at home, in the community, and in work.

I’m Hannah, an occupational therapist specialising in stroke and neuro rehabilitation, working alongside physiotherapy to support recovery.

💬 If you’re concerned about a loved one, feel free to message me. I’m happy to talk through your situation.

📍 Leicester | Leicestershire | Northamptonshire — Home and community visits available

03/05/2026

Post-stroke fatigue is real and it’s often misunderstood. It’s more than just feeling tired, and it doesn’t simply go away with rest.

This May, We're supporting to raise awareness for stroke survivors, their families, and carers. Every effort counts whether you’re pushing through challenges or just getting through the day 💜

It's called post-stroke fatigue darling, look it up. 💅

Tiredness might be helped by a nap. Fatigue will be there regardless.

Throughout May, thousands of stroke survivors, carers, family members and friends will be coming together as a community to fundraise for those affected by stroke, as part of .

Some will be challenging their fatigue. Others will be left tired from physical challenges. And we appreciate every effort. 💜

To find out more, visit: https://brnw.ch/21x27Ow

01/05/2026

Stroke doesn’t just affect one person — it affects families, friends, and whole communities 💜

During Stroke Awareness Month, take 30 seconds to learn the signs that could save a life.

Act FAST:
🧠 FACE – has it dropped?
💪 ARM – can they lift it?
🗣️ SPEECH – is it slurred?
⏱️ TIME – call 999 immediately

Stroke is a medical emergency — early recognition and rapid treatment can significantly improve recovery outcomes.

👉 Please share this — you never know who might need it.

23/04/2026

Sharing this from the Stroke Association, as it really reflects what we see in practice: recovery after stroke is deeply individual and often ongoing in ways people don’t always realise.

If you feel able to, it’s interesting (and often quite powerful) to hear how people would describe their own recovery.

A stroke can change a life in seconds, leaving survivors unable to walk, speak, or live independently.

Yet many people still see stroke as an isolated incident, rather than a life-altering condition with effects that can last a lifetime.

Which is why we need your help. We want to illustrate how many of you still live with the effects of your stroke every single day.

So, if you had to put a number on your recovery—with 100% being fully recovered and 0% being no progress—what percentage would you give yourself?

🔹 10%❓
🔹 50%❓
🔹 75%❓

Every recovery is different, and no two survivors are the same. For some, the journey is physical – for others, it’s emotional. As part of Make May Purple, we want to celebrate every bit of progress, big or small, and remind ourselves that any progress is good progress. 💜

Leave your percentage in the comments, and if you want to, how many weeks, months, or years ago you had your stroke. 👇

22/04/2026

✨Getting dressed in the morning.
✨Returning to work.
✨Hugging a loved one again.

Occupational Therapy is about helping people get back to these moments—supporting independence, confidence, and a sense of purpose in everyday life.

I work with adults across a wide range of needs, including support with daily living, long‑term conditions, and recovery after neurological events such as stroke.

If you’d like to know how OT can support you or someone close to you, feel free to get in touch.

You can also find more information at: https://www.strokeandneurotherapy.co.uk/

- Hannah, Occupational Therapist

OT month continues! https://www.theottoolbox.com/occupational-therapy-month/

19/05/2025

💬 “But you look fine!”
We hear this so often from stroke survivors, and it highlights such an important point: not all effects of stroke are visible.

This powerful post from the Stroke Association is a great reminder that recovery goes far beyond what we can see. Let’s raise awareness for the emotional and hidden challenges many stroke survivors live with every day — from fatigue to brain fog, memory issues, and more.

Take a moment to read, reflect, and drop a 🦚 if this resonates with you or someone you care about. Let’s make the invisible, visible — this Stroke Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Week.

How visible is your stroke? If at all...

Stroke happens in an instant, and the effects can last a lifetime – but not always visibly.

Too often stroke survivors are considered fully recovered because so many of the challenges they face are emotional or hidden...

Fatigue...
Brain fog...
Low mood...
Health anxiety...
Memory loss...

Have you been affected by any of the above, or know someone affected? If so, please share a peacock in the comments, and help make hidden disabilities VISIBLE for Stroke Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Week. 🦚

Why a peacock? Because there's no way a peacock could ever go unnoticed!