The 4 Things You Need To Maximize Your Stroke Recovery Progress

So, whether you want to deadlift or be able to hold a spoon to feed yourself, set your goals so you know what to focus on! Then determine the muscle groups and movements that will allow you to get there, because they’re dependent on your goals.

Pillar #4 Targeted Movements

To determine your targeted movements, you first need to establish goals you’re working toward.

But what about when it comes to your structured exercise routine?

When you’re just starting, you don’t want to spend 5 hours a day on rehab. We all have lives, families, friends, and other things to do.

You want to ensure that the structured part of your rehab program is quick but effective.

• Start with 5 minutes a day. This helps you practice showing

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Pillar #3 Efficiency

Doing everyday activities and including your affected side makes things more efficient and saves time. You’re not setting aside a specific time to do these things, they’re just a part of your day.

While they may take a little longer when you use your affected abilities, you essentially get two for the price of one. The thing you... See more

If it helps, think about your home rehab program like this:

• Keep exercises in your structured, planned routine.


• Use your affected abilities in your everyday activities whenever you think about it, and you have time.

While these activities don’t make up a structured workout, they can still be considered part of your routine and don’t have to add unnec... See more

Pillar #2: Simplicity

Your home rehab routine doesn’t need to be complicated. In fact, if it’s overly complex, you'll be less likely to do it.

There are two things to think about when keeping a home rehab program simplistic, but also effective:

• Exercises


• Every day activities

How can you make a home rehab program sustainable?

1. Incorporate things you enjoy. For example, if you enjoy fixing up your house or crocheting, can you include those things in your routine to address fine motor coordination and control?


2. Make your program convenient. You don’t have to go to a gym or use a ton of fancy equipment. Use the things you ha

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Neuroplasticity, our brain’s ability to change and reorganize, happens in response to challenging experiences. Without those challenges, the changes don’t happen.

Pillar #1: Sustainability

It doesn’t matter if you have the best home rehab routine designed by the top experts in stroke recovery if you don’t do it. Making a home rehab program sustainable is critical if you want to stick to it.