EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 25 MIN
Rebuilding Life After Stroke: Inside Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Cutting-Edge Rehab - EP 152
from Caregiver Relief Podcast · host Caregiver Relief
In this episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, takes you inside the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab—the #1 rehabilitation hospital in the world—to explore the cutting-edge future of stroke recovery.https://www.caregiverrelief.com/rebuilding-life-after-stroke-inside-shirley-ryan-abilitylabs-cutting-edge-rehab-with-holly-paczan-and-caitlin-newman-episode-152We are joined by therapy managers Caitlin Newman (OT) and Holly Paczan (PT) to discuss how robotics, neuroscience, and personalized care are changing the game for survivors and caregivers alike.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🧠 The Science of Hope: Why "neuroplasticity" means the brain can rewire itself even years later.🤖 Advanced Technology: How exoskeletons and Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) are helping patients walk and move again.🏥 Choosing the Right Care: Expert tips on what caregivers should look for in an inpatient rehab facility.🛡️ Caregiver Survival: Why self-care is the secret weapon for long-term recovery support.Listen to the full episode to discover how modern rehab is reshaping what is possible.
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In this episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN, takes you inside the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab—the #1 rehabilitation hospital in the world—to explore the cutting-edge future of stroke recovery.https://www.caregiverrelief.com/rebuilding-life-after-stroke-inside-shirley-ryan-abilitylabs-cutting-edge-rehab-with-holly-paczan-and-caitlin-newman-episode-152We are joined by therapy managers Caitlin Newman (OT) and Holly Paczan (PT) to discuss how robotics, neuroscience, and personalized care are changing the game for survivors and caregivers alike.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🧠 The Science of Hope: Why "neuroplasticity" means the brain can rewire itself even years later.🤖 Advanced Technology: How exoskeletons and Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) are helping patients walk and move again.🏥 Choosing the Right Care: Expert tips on what caregivers should look for in an inpatient rehab facility.🛡️ Caregiver Survival: Why self-care is the secret weapon for long-term recovery support.Listen to the full episode to discover how modern rehab is reshaping what is possible.
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