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UCL World Stroke Day: How to Approach Functional Recovery at any Stage after Stroke (with Tom Balchin)

The UCL World Stroke Day Forum is a FREE annual event (26th to 30th October) which invites stroke survivors, carers and loved ones to contribute to and influence the future of stroke research and rehabilitation.

This year, the Forum will be entirely digital (Zoom-based) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

VISIT THE UK WORLD STROKE DAY FORUM SITE TO FIND OUT ABOUT THE EVENT ASAP AND BOOK YOUR PLACE.

There will be Live Q&As and workshops with UCL researchers and charity partners, and ‘meet and greets’, where you can informally chat to all contributors. You can also watch pre-recorded talks to hear the latest about stroke research and rehabilitation.

The event takes place over a whole week: it’s going to be superb!

The Zoom-based Forum aims to empower stroke survivors to contribute to stroke research and rehabilitation at UCL. It will host over 30 live events including Q&As, workshops and informal meet & greets with leading researchers, clinicians and charities.

Tom Balchin from ARNI will be speaking on Monday 26th and Wednesday 28th October about:

How to Approach Functional Recovery at any Stage after Stroke

Please sign up asap – limited tickets now.

Full programme is downloadable from here.


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  1. yabanci says:
    January 31, 2021 at 5:23 am

    I was very happy to uncover this website. I need to to thank you for ones time for this wonderful read!! I definitely loved every part of it and i also have you book-marked to see new information in your blog. Starla Coleman Larimor

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  2. Adrian Hill says:
    October 23, 2020 at 12:54 pm

    I have found your series of DVDs very helpful and would be interested in a ‘virtual attendance’ at some parts of the conference.
    Would you please let me have a copy of the programme list so that I can select the sessions in which I am interested?
    Am I correct in assuming that ‘virtual attendance’ is free?

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  3. Susan Anne Lyons says:
    October 20, 2020 at 5:03 pm

    What areyou charging for this online conference, please?

    Or, this year, is it free to attend?

    Many thanks,

    Sue

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  4. Jim McGugan says:
    October 20, 2020 at 9:41 am

    5 years post stroke

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    ARNI Stroke Rehab & Recovery

    Have a great weekend!
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    Only your involvement in the movement will ensure improvement!. So get moving! Don't know what to do? We have trainers who can help you (and/or DVD and books). See our website for details.
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    Only your involvement in the movement will ensure improvement!. So get moving! Dont know what to do? We have trainers who can help you (and/or DVD and books). See our website for details. www.arni.uk.com #arnistroke #neurorehab #ARNIstroke #strokeexercise #strokerecovery #strokesurvivors #arnistrokerehab #neuroplasticity #arnistrokecharity #ARNIstrokerehab #strokerehabilitation
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    Tip for progression: Walking round a room, with the wall to hold onto, or just being there for security security purposes is a great way to start ‘walking training’. Then, a graduation to wall-to-wall training (i.e., walking unaided from one wall to another, with constant and vigilant care from a trainer) is a great way to work towards being able to walk independently without tiring quickly.

    If you like this post then please share it with others. Each time that you share a post, you can directly help other people – as who knows which people in the world might find us and gain, either directly from the charity or simply by being able to copy an ‘innovative and useful’ move/trick of the trade that might help them manage after stroke.

    Every time you share, you could directly help someone – as knowledge is power ;)
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    Tip for progression: Walking round a room, with the wall to hold onto, or just being there for security security purposes is a great way to start ‘walking training’. Then, a graduation to wall-to-wall training (i.e., walking unaided from one wall to another, with constant and vigilant care from a trainer) is a great way to work towards being able to walk independently without tiring quickly. If you like this post then please share it with others. Each time that you share a post, you can directly help other people – as who knows which people in the world might find us and gain, either directly from the charity or simply by being able to copy an ‘innovative and useful’ move/trick of the trade that might help them manage after stroke. Every time you share, you could directly help someone – as knowledge is power ;) www.arni.uk.com #neuroplasticity #arnistroke #strokerecovery #arnistrokerehab #strokerehabilitation #arnistrokecharity #neurorehab #ARNIstrokerehab #strokesurvivorscan #ARNIstroke #walkingafterstroke
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    A brand new systematic review and meta-analysis confirms the reason why, since 2001, one of the 3 parts of ARNI rehab has ALWAYS been (stroke-specific) strength training. Just published in the BMJ's British Journal of Sports Medicine the review, entitled 'Prescribing strength training for stroke recovery' concludes that:

    'Training alone or combined with usual care improves stroke recovery outcomes that are important for decision-making. More frequent strength training, power-focused intensities and traditional programme designs may best support stroke recovery'.

    More frequent strength training, traditional strength training programmes and power-focused intensities (ie, emphasis on movement velocity) were also positively associated with walking capacity, health-related quality of life and fast-paced walking speed.

    (Eight electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, EMCARE, AMED, PsycINFO, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science) and two clinical trial registries (ClinicalTrials.gov and WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform) were searched from inception to 19 June 2024. )

    Noguchi KS, Moncion K, Wiley E, et al. Prescribing strength training for stroke recovery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2025;59:185-197.
    bjsm.bmj.com/content/59#strokeexercisei#strokerecoverye#strokerehabilitatione#neuroplasticityl#strokesurvivorscani#neurorehabe#exerciseafterstrokee#strokerecoveryexercises #neurorehabilitationi#strokerehabhabilitation #strokerehab     ... See MoreSee Less

    A brand new systematic review and meta-analysis confirms the reason why, since 2001, one of the 3 parts of ARNI rehab has ALWAYS been (stroke-specific) strength training. Just published in the BMJs British Journal of Sports Medicine the review, entitled Prescribing strength training for stroke recovery concludes that: Training alone or combined with usual care improves stroke recovery outcomes that are important for decision-making. More frequent strength training, power-focused intensities and traditional programme designs may best support stroke recovery. More frequent strength training, traditional strength training programmes and power-focused intensities (ie, emphasis on movement velocity) were also positively associated with walking capacity, health-related quality of life and fast-paced walking speed. (Eight electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, EMCARE, AMED, PsycINFO, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science) and two clinical trial registries (ClinicalTrials.gov and WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform) were searched from inception to 19 June 2024. ) Noguchi KS, Moncion K, Wiley E, et al. Prescribing strength training for stroke recovery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2025;59:185-197. https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/3/185 www.arni.uk.com #strokeexercise #strokerecovery #strokerehabilitation #neuroplasticity #strokesurvivorscan #neurorehab #exerciseafterstroke #strokerecoveryexercises #neurorehabilitation #strokerehab
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    A great tip for you (from The Successful Stroke Survivor book): Actively make an effort to turn each foot out at 45 degrees on each step. Try it. This one tip may be all you need to start making excellent progress with your walking. It really does work for some people! The affected leg is instantly more controllable because you are sending strong signals to it rather than just stumbling along.
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    A great tip for you (from The Successful Stroke Survivor book): Actively make an effort to turn each foot out at 45 degrees on each step. Try it. This one tip may be all you need to start making excellent progress with your walking. It really does work for some people! The affected leg is instantly more controllable because you are sending strong signals to it rather than just stumbling along. www.arni.uk.com #neuroplasticity #strokerehabilitation #strokerecovery #arnistrokecharity #arnistroke #arnistrokerehab #neurorehab #walkingafterstroke
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    45 degrees? Can someone show me as I am lost with this one.

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    ARNI Instructor (Jack), training a stroke survivor with residual upper limb spasticity at ARNI Institute Lingfield
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    Motivation, drive and persistence are essential qualities you need when recovering from a stroke.
    If you've got the right mindset but need some guidance on what to do then we have books and DVD available on our website and if you want an instructor to help you call us on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.com.
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    Motivation, drive and persistence are essential qualities you need when recovering from a stroke. If youve got the right mindset but need some guidance on what to do then we have books and DVD available on our website and if you want an instructor to help you call us on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.com. www.arni.uk.com #arnistroke #strokerehabilitation #neuroplasticity #arnistrokerehab #strokerecovery #arnistrokecharity #ARNIstrokerehab
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    It’s completely normal to feel worried or scared about carrying out any balance exercise. They are challenging and all retraining away from a seated position carries a risk of falling. But it’s vital to continually extend your boundaries whilst minimising the risk to your safety. And it’s equally vital that you ask your therapist or specialist trainer how to do this.
    We have trainers throughout the country who can help you. Call us on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.co to fid out if t here's one near you.
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    It’s completely normal to feel worried or scared about carrying out any balance exercise. They are challenging and all retraining away from a seated position carries a risk of falling. But it’s vital to continually extend your boundaries whilst minimising the risk to your safety. And it’s equally vital that you ask your therapist or specialist trainer how to do this. We have trainers throughout the country who can help you. Call us on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.co to fid out if t heres one near you. www.arni.uk.com #neuroplasticity #strokerehabilitation #strokerecovery #strokesurvivorscan #neurorehab #neurorehabilitation #strokerecoveryexercises #strokeexercise #exerciseafterstroke
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    Practicing balance exercises while standing, along with exercises for lower extremity muscles performed while standing against body weight resistance, is the optimal way to improve balance as well as flexibility, strength and endurance, and fitness. Exercises can include standing up and sitting down, step-ups, heels raises, marching, stair walking, semi-squats, and reaching to the floor sideways and forward to pick up an object. These exercises should be performed with increasing numbers of repetitions and without reliance on the upper limbs for support and balance. Exercises can be made more challenging by increasing the height of steps and chairs and by increasing and varying speed. Want some help so you know exactly the right technique, and right level, for you? Then give us a call on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.com We have trainers throughout the country who can help you with your recovery.
    #arnistrokecharity #stroke #strokesurvivors #neuroplasticity #strokebalance
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    Practicing balance exercises while standing, along with exercises for lower extremity muscles performed while standing against body weight resistance, is the optimal way to improve balance as well as flexibility, strength and endurance, and fitness. Exercises can include standing up and sitting down, step-ups, heels raises, marching, stair walking, semi-squats, and reaching to the floor sideways and forward to pick up an object. These exercises should be performed with increasing numbers of repetitions and without reliance on the upper limbs for support and balance. Exercises can be made more challenging by increasing the height of steps and chairs and by increasing and varying speed. Want some help so you know exactly the right technique, and right level, for you? Then give us a call on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.com We have trainers throughout the country who can help you with your recovery. #arnistrokecharity #stroke #strokesurvivors #neuroplasticity #strokebalance www.arni.uk.com
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    Wise words!
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