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09/11/2026

🧠 How long does stroke recovery really take?

What happens in the first days, weeks, months, and even years after a stroke? And if progress starts to slow, does that mean recovery is over?

Join Rachel Higdon, PT, DPT, CBIS, neuro physical therapist, for a free educational webinar exploring the stroke recovery timeline and what continued progress can look like at every stage.

You’ll learn:
• What commonly happens during the early stages of recovery
• Why progress may feel faster in the first few months
• What the “recovery plateau” really means
• How neuroplasticity supports continued improvement
• Why repetition and consistency matter
• Practical steps to take when you feel stuck

Whether your stroke was recent or happened years ago, this webinar can help you better understand what may come next and how to keep supporting recovery.

💬 Questions are welcome, with a live Q&A at the end.

Free to attend. Reserve your spot today!

What happens in the first days, weeks, months, and years after a stroke? And is continued improvement still possible when progress begins to slow? Join neuro physical therapist Rachel Higdon, PT, DPT, CBIS, for a free educational webinar exploring the stroke recovery timeline. You’ll learn what co...

09/01/2026

Foot drop involves difficulty lifting the front portion of the foot, a movement known as dorsiflexion. Because this can make it difficult to walk and safely navigate around, therapists often recommend using an ankle foot orthotic, or an AFO brace for foot drop.

While an AFO is an excellent way to address foot drop, it is easy to become overly reliant on your brace.

This can result in a slower recovery journey, or even cause further complications.

In this article, you’ll learn when it’s appropriate to use an AFO brace for foot drop and what to look for as you shop around.

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Discover what this therapist says you need to look for in an AFO brace for foot drop, whether you need one, and determining the best fit!

08/26/2026

Some brain injuries, particularly those that affect the parietal lobe, can lead to various sensory deficits.

Some examples of these problems include numbness, tingling, and difficulty distinguishing between hot and cold sensations.

Fortunately, it is possible to treat these problems through sensory stimulation activities. These activities can help retrain your brain to process different sensations again.

In today’s article, you’ll learn why sensation can be impaired after brain injury plus some of the best sensory stimulation activities for TBI patients.

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Some brain injuries, particularly those that affect the parietal lobe, can lead to various sensory deficits. Some examples of these problems include numbness, tingling, and difficulty distinguishing between hot and cold sensations. Fortunately, it is possible to treat these problems through sensory...

08/24/2026

Living with foot drop can make every step feel uncertain. Lifting the front of your foot, clearing the ground, and taking a steady stride are movements many people don’t think twice about—until a neurological injury makes them harder to control.

The good news: recovery is possible, and it starts with the right exercises, practiced consistently.

This free eBook provides 12 proven exercises and treatments that you can start using today to improve your foot drop and work toward recovery.

Comes with examples and illustrations to help you start from the comfort of your own home — Download your free copy today!

Overcome your foot drop - download our FREE eBook for a complete guide to exercises and strategies for managing foot drop.

08/20/2026

Whether you’re shopping for someone’s birthday or getting an early start on Christmas shopping, these gifts for stroke patients are guaranteed to please AND promote recovery.

Below you’ll find a roundup of the best gifts for stroke patients from stocking stuffers to meaningful, premium gadgets.

We’ll start with small gifts that show appreciation without breaking the bank. Then we’ll round up the best premium stroke recovery gadgets that can help your loved one step up their at-home recovery regimen.

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Whether you're shopping for someone's birthday or Christmas shopping, these gifts for stroke survivors will please and promote recovery!

08/19/2026

Final Chance to Join Today's Free Webinar!

Join Rachel Higdon, PT, a neuro physical therapist, for a free educational webinar explaining why balance can become difficult after stroke and other neurological injuries, what recovery can look like, and the strategies that may help you continue improving.

Register below to reserve your free spot!

Understand what’s affecting your balance and learn practical ways to work toward greater stability, confidence, and independence. Balance problems can make everyday activities feel uncertain, from standing up and walking across a room to stepping outside, using stairs, or moving through a crowded ...

08/18/2026

Join tomorrow's webinar and understand what’s affecting your balance plus learn practical ways to work toward greater stability, confidence, and independence.

Join Rachel Higdon, PT, a neuro physical therapist, for a free educational webinar explaining why balance can become difficult after stroke and other neurological injuries, what recovery can look like, and the strategies that may help you continue improving.

Register below to reserve your free spot!

Understand what’s affecting your balance and learn practical ways to work toward greater stability, confidence, and independence. Balance problems can make everyday activities feel uncertain, from standing up and walking across a room to stepping outside, using stairs, or moving through a crowded ...

08/17/2026

Foot drop is a general term for a condition resulting in difficulty lifting the front part of the foot and toes.

It often results in difficulty walking, as the individual is at higher risk of falls if the foot drags or the toes get caught on the ground. Fortunately, there are ways to regain strength and mobility in the foot and one of the best methods includes exercise.

Exercises for foot drop are designed to help strengthen the lower limb muscles to improve the ability to lift the foot up again. Exercise also helps stimulate and rewire the brain, which makes it an effective way to overcome foot drop after a stroke or brain injury.

Through this article, you’ll learn exercises that you can safely start doing at home. At the end, you’ll also discover other treatments for foot drop that can help boost your results even more.

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Discover the best exercises for foot drop recovery at home and learn how to rewire your brain, regain mobility, and walk safely!

08/16/2026

Knowing the best foods that help stroke recovery can help you create a diet rich in brain-healthy foods.

For some guidance, we’ve composed a list of food for stroke patients that provide a variety of benefits, all backed by clinical evidence.

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Discover the 15 best foods for stroke recovery backed by research to boost brain and physical recovery—plus what to avoid to prevent setbacks.

08/15/2026

Can pools or saunas help with spasticity? Rachel Higdon, PT, a neuro physical therapist answers that question in our recent webinar "Understanding Spasticity and Why Your Muscles Feel Tight After Stroke — Plus What Can Help"

Watch the full webinar on our YouTube channel!