The Power of Choice, Belief and Physical Activity "As King" in Stroke Recovery

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Guest: Mike Studer,PT, DPT, FAPTA Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist with Co-Hosts Michael Garrow and David DansereauOn episode 92, Mike Studer returns to the show and shares new insights on neuroplasticity, the importance of physical activity "as king" in recovery, and the role of dopamine in motivation. He shares insights from his two books, (The Brain That Chooses Itself and My Face Book:Beyond What the Mirror Show Us in Crisis), his personal journey with Bell's palsy and the lessons learned from it, as well as the challenges and future of stroke rehabilitation. The discussion also looks into the future of reimbursement for neurologic physical therapy and emphasizes the need for personalized care, and the significance of measuring outcomes in physical therapy. If you missed Mike on episode 42 on Neuroplasticity, listen here.Takeaways:Neuroplasticity is crucial for recovery from stroke.Exercise should not be seen as the only form of movement.Dopamine plays a significant role in motivation and habit formation.Self-imposed stigmas can hinder recovery and well-being.Measuring outcomes is necessary for effective treatment and reimbursement.Psychologically informed practice is gaining traction in therapy.Sharing experiences can lead to healthier coping mechanisms.The future of stroke rehabilitation is optimistic with new approaches.Engagement and autonomy in therapy enhance recovery outcomes.More About Mike: Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTA ,APTA Geriatric Section Clinician of the Year 2014, APTA Neurology Section Clinician of the Year 2011, TEDxSalem 2020 speaker: Neuroplasticity Instagram: @mikestuderdptMentions: StrokeOT Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Believe in BalanceDavid's Fall Screening and Conditioning Program DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow credits:Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack

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