Fyzical_Reclaim Your Life After a Stroke

Fyzical_Reclaim Your Life After a Stroke

NEWS L E T T ER

RECLAIM YOUR LIFE

AFTER A STROKE.

INSIDE: • How Does Physical Therapy Help With Post-Stroke Rehabilitation?

• Patient Success Story • Take Time To Stretch

• Up Your Meatless Monday Game! Vegan Chicken Salad

FREE SHOULDER PAIN WORKSHOP Details Inside >

NEWS L E T T ER

• How Does Physical Therapy Help With POST-STROKE Rehabilitation? • Patient SUCCESS STORY • TAKE TIME TO STRETCH • UP YOUR INSIDE:

RECLAIM YOUR LIFE AFTER A STROKE.

MEATLESS MONDAY

GAME! VEGAN CHICKEN SALAD

Have you recently suffered froma stroke? It is no secret that any neurological disorder can be limiting and debilitating, forcing you to find new ways to manage your daily life. While this can be frustrating, physical therapy can help improve your function so you can get back to living your life on your own terms! For more information on how we can help you reclaim your life after a stroke, contact FYZICAL Arkansas today. What happens during a stroke? A stroke is referred to as a Cerebrovascular Accident and is caused by the sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen. This occurs when the blood flow to a particular portion of the brain is restricted from a clot or bleed. There are two different types of strokes. An ischemic stroke occurs when a blood vessel is blocked, typically due to “arteriosclerosis,” which is a buildup of fatty deposits. A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel leaks or ruptures, due to a weakened area of the brain from abnormally-formed blood vessels. The severity of symptoms and recovery period are dependent on where the stroke occurred in the brain, how extensive the damage was, and the duration of the

stroke. A stroke can affect cognitive function, speech, the ability to swallow, walking, balance, strength, and function. Some common symptoms associated with strokes include: • Slurred speech. • Facial droops. • Weakness or loss of function on one side of the body. • Blurred or double vision. • Instability. • Overactive reflexes. • Reduced sensation to touch, or “pins and needles.” • Mental confusion, such asmemory loss or difficulty remembering words. • Vertigo. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention. Physical therapy can help.

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How Does Physical Therapy Help With Post-Stroke Rehabilitation?

Physical therapy is a vital part of the recovery for a person who has suffered from a stroke. A thorough evaluation is done in various stages of the rehabilitation process to determine progression in strength, transfers, walking, balance, range of motion, and safety. Our licensed physical therapists approach the care of each person as an individual, adapting the best rehabilitative process to each case. Occupational therapists work very closely in the process to improve upper extremity and hand function. Occupational therapists can also assist with speech therapy, by working with muscle deficits of speech, swallowing, and facial expressions. For patients experiencing decreased cognitive function following their stroke, cognitive challenges can help increase the functioning of the brain to problem-solve many of life’s daily activities. The long-term goal of any stroke rehabilitation plan is to improve physical function so the patient can be as independent as possible. Sometimes, a patient may have to relearn basic skills, such as walking, dressing, writing, speaking, or eating. At FYZICAL Arkansas, our advanced methods and

modalities are equipped to help you relearn, recover, and reclaim your life. According toMove Forward PT, some of themost effective physical therapy practices for helping patients relearn how to walk, use their upper body, and perform daily activities include: •Constraint-induced movement therapy. It is common for one half of the body to be affected by stroke. With this treatment method, a constraint will be put on the armon the strong half of the body, in order to force the patient to use the weakened arm to perform daily tasks. This will help rebuild strength and function. • Functional electrical stimulation (FES). FES is performed onmuscles that are extremely weak, in order to help them move. It can benefit stiff or painful areas of the body. •Motor imagery and mental practice. This helps the patient regain function in their arms, hands, feet, and legs by “rehearsing” the action out loud before performing it. This helps rebuild the responses between the brain and the body. •Positioning. Positioning is used to help with transfers, such as sitting to standing or sitting

to lying down. It works to reduce muscle pain, spasms, slowness, and stiffness, by helping the patient relearn proper positioning of their body. •Partial body weight support (BWS). This is done to partially support the patient’s body as they walk, usually on a treadmill. It helps the patient relearn proper walking functions, as the amount of support will be gradually decreased with improvement of posture, strength, balance, and coordination. •Biofeedback. Biofeedback helps patients becomemore aware of how their muscles work and how to control them. It is done by attaching electrodes to the skin and displaying muscle activity on a monitor. By understanding the readings, the patient can better understand how their muscles are working. If you have recently suffered from a stroke, don’t hesitate to seek the proper rehabilitation. Get started on the path to reclaiming your life by scheduling a consultation with FYZICAL Arkansas today!

UP YOUR MEATLESS MONDAY GAME! Vegan Chicken Salad

DIRECTIONS

1. Place the chickpeas into a medium bowl and roughly mash them with a fork or potato masher. 2. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until fully mixed. 3. Taste-test and adjust any seasonings to your liking. 4. Chill or serve immediately. Source: https://www.connoisseurusveg.com/seitan-chickpea-salad-with-dill-and-almonds/

INGREDIENTS

• 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill • 1/4 cup chopped scallions (about 2 medium scallions) • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1/4 cup vegan mayo (or more if you’d like a creamier salad) • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas, drained, rinsed and lightly mashed • 8 ounces seitan (about 1/2 batch if using homemade), finely diced • 1/2 cup slivered or sliced roasted almonds • 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)

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FYZICAL Arkansas Keeping You Safe

Use This Exercise To Help Improve Your balance.

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Your Health Matters to Us! When you visit us, our team is committed to helping you feel confident that you’re in good hands. As your health and wellbeing is our priority, we are practicing hand washing and/or use of hand sanitizer throughout treatment and in between each patient. We are also wiping down tables, equipment, and handrails, doorknobs, and chairs multiple times per hour. The front desk is cleaning the counters and sanitizing the waiting area and front doors with the same frequency. We have adjusted how we schedule team members and patients to safely control volume. We are also offering Telehealth for those who want to continue their physical therapy treatments at home and not lose progress. Remember These Tips to Stay Healthy:

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Balance | Ankle Strategy Stand with good posture. Sway backwards and forwards keeping your knees and hips straight. Maintain your balance by using your ankles. Sway for 30 seconds. Rest. Repeat 5 times.

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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SHOULDER PAIN WORKSHOP SATURDAY, JULY 25TH AT 9 : 30 AM

Patient Success Story

• Do you want relief from your pain? • Are you experiencing shoulder pain? • Do you have trouble performing day to day activities because of your pain? • Do you want to learn about natural pain relief? • Do you want relief from your pain without the use of drugs, injections, or surgery? If you answered ‘YES’ to any of the questions above, the Shoulder PainWorkshopmay be a life–changing event for you. And remember, it is FREE. Our shoulder pain specialists can help you return to a pain–free life. RSVP by Calling (479)855-9348. Seating is Limited to the 1st 10 Clients Only!

“Thank you for all your help and care!” “When I first came to Fyzical, I had severe pain and stiffness in my neck. The therapy began to help immediately and, in a few weeks, I was back to normal. Thank you for all your help and care!” – D.B.