by Zach Smith | Aug 15, 2024
Two common conditions can develop after surviving a stroke: hemiparesis and hemiplegia. You may be asking yourself, “Are hemiparesis and hemiplegia the same thing?” Since these two medical conditions sound similar, people often confuse or use them interchangeably. But... 
by Zach Smith | Aug 15, 2024
While most people associate speech and language therapy with children, especially those with developmental delays or a stutter, adults can greatly benefit from learning how to speak confidently and clearly, too. Whether a patient recently survived a stroke, wants to... 
by Zachary Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Nov 3, 2023
With the holidays fast approaching, many people turn their thoughts to the quality time they will get to spend with their family and friends. Celebrations, good food, football games, and parades abound this time of year and often serve to bring people closer together.... 
by Zachary Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Oct 15, 2023
You’ve recently experienced a stroke, gone through a hospitalization and possibly rehab, and are now home again to continue your stroke recovery journey. You may be thinking to yourself…now what? It may seem like a daunting task, re-learning how to navigate your... 
by David Dansereau and Michael Garrow, Co-Hosts of the Know Stroke Podcast | Sep 27, 2023
The silent stigma of stroke Your brain is the body’s master controller, regulating all systems to keep it in balance. It controls how you move, feel sensation and emotions, as well as how you communicate through your thoughts, speech, body language and personality....
