We’ve got your back: Five things to know about your spine
JUN 27, 2022Five interesting facts from St. Luke’s Health that you should know about your spine.
Read More Additional information about 5 things to know about your spine | St. Luke’s HealthNutrition and exercise after a stroke are two ways stroke survivors can move forward in their recovery and prevent future strokes.
Many stroke survivors experience physical weakness, numbness and stiffness. Every survivor’s recovery looks different, depending on which part of the brain was damaged. A rehabilitation plan created specifically for you by your medical team is one of the keys to unlocking your future and recovery.
Strokes affect different parts of the brain, which results in different physical symptoms in each individual survivor. Some survivors experience balance issues, others their ability to move. Your rehabilitation team will design a recovery program specific for your needs. Here are exercise tips to remember on your road to recovery:
The second key to a healthy future is nutrition. After a stroke, up to 34% of survivors don’t receive adequate vitamins and minerals, and commonly suffer from malnutrition. For many, a barrier to good nutrition is the physical inability to chew food. Here are some diet tips and foods to look out for at the grocery to boost your nutrition:
Did you know that normal swallowing requires 25 different muscles and five nerves? Many of these are inhibited after a stroke. For example, over 50% of stroke survivors have difficulty swallowing. These challenges make it difficult to eat healthy. Most survivors recover quickly from these symptoms with the assistance from their rehabilitation team and speech pathologist. While you recover, here are some ways to achieve good nutrition:
Finally, take charge of your stroke recovery! Reach out to your doctor and ask, “Where am I on my stroke recovery journey?”
Five interesting facts from St. Luke’s Health that you should know about your spine.
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