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The brain has a life-long capacity to learn and adapt. Through processes called neuroplasticity and neurogenesis, the brain remodels itself in response to learning and experience. This allows the brain to change it’s structure and organisation; strengthening, adding or removing neural connections or creating new cells (neurons). Neuroplasticity does decline as we age, but it doesn’t stop. It’s never to late to learn a new skill . This is only possible due the still present ‘plasticity’.
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5 hours ago

Most of you saw the report from NHS England on 17th Nov, stating that hospital admissions for strokes rise by 28% since 2004...

Here's the breakdown: NHS England data shows an increase to 111,137 stroke admissions in England in 2023/24 – from 87,069 in 2004/05 – driven in part by an ageing population and the impacts of lifestyle factors on the nation’s cardiovascular health.

There has also been a 55% rise in admissions among people aged 50-59 (8,063 in 2004/05 vs 12,533 in 2023/24) – the highest increase among any age group. This is compared to a 42% increase for those aged 60-69, and a 25% rise for ages 70-79.

The figures come as the NHS launched a major campaign, urging the public to call 999 immediately if anyone experiences one of the 3 most common symptoms of strokes including struggling to smile (Face) or raise an arm (Arms), or slurring their words (Speech).

England’s top doctor said the figures show that strokes “are not just a risk for older people” and that it’s vital that everyone is aware of the symptoms to look out for, and knows to dial 999 quickly.

Experts say the increase in admissions among ages 50-59 may be associated with a number of factors including better detection and reporting, hypertension, obesity, poor diet and lack of exercise.

I think most of us know this, but also know that hypertension, obesity, poor diet and lack of exercise are all (to a large extent) manageable (if you want/need it badly enough)...

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And as we know, there's also been a well-known rise in younger people having strokes for years now: in 2013/14, 14.2% of stroke patients were under 60, but by 2022/23, that number had increased to 15.9%. Moreover, between 2002-2010 and 2010-2018, the incidence of stroke in people under 55 increased by 67%...

What about increases in the age groups below 50? Your post makes it sound like strokes don’t happen to people younger than 50, yet we all know differently.

Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott dies aged 86

6 hours ago

Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott dies aged 86 after a battle with Alzheimer's. But did you know he had a stroke in 2019?
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Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has died at the age of 86

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RIP Two Jabs 😞

9 hours ago

Thought for today...
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YES 🙌🏻

Tim for ARNI Institute with TRTrehab team

1 day ago

Please look at our wonderful ARNI stroke survivor supporter, Tim Wells' page - and please please help him raise funds for ARNI.. we badly need it! Could you possibly share this justgiving page with a friend or two when you read this?? Huge thanks for all of your kind help... from Tom www.justgiving.com/page/trtrehab-team-1731595782046?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Ftrt... ... See MoreSee Less

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Help TRTrehab Team raise money to support ARNI (ACTION FOR REHABILITATION AFTER NEUROLOGICAL INJURY)

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PLEASE give to Tim's fundraiser!

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Have you tried to play the guitar after stroke? Used it as a rehab tool? Many people who played the guitar prior to stroke try to get back to using it; over 23 years I've see lots of people bring in instruments... one chap even brought in and set up his whole drum set!

A quick highlight of an RCT just published in Acta Med Philipp called G.T.A.R.A - which describes Grip/Grasp Training with Active Range of Motion Activities Using Guitar': A Randomized Controlled Trial Using Guitar Lessons for Restoring Hand Function among Patients with Unilateral Hand Impairment.

Anyway, the study's object was to determine the effects of guitar lessons (intervention group) in comparison to conventional occupational therapy (OT) sessions (control group) on hand function of chronic stroke patients with unilateral hand impairment.

Of interest is that the the specific guitar lesson created and performed in this study as used by 17 participants of the intervention group brought about improvement in hand function that was COMPARABLE with those who underwent traditional occupational therapy.

This may be most helpful in areas with limited access to rehabilitation facilities and occupational therapy services... and also may also be used as a continuing activity of chronic stroke patients at home to help improve hand function. Further, an 11.8% tendency for better compliance was found in the intervention group.. probably because it became reasonably enjoyable to do? What do you think?

Ligaya, MD KGG, Ignacio, MD SD, Morabe DJS, Manimtim, PhD NNV, Jorge II, MD MPPC. G.T.A.R.A. (Grip/Grasp Training with Active Range of Motion Activities Using Guitar): A Randomized Controlled Trial Using Guitar Lessons for Restoring Hand Function among Patients with Unilateral Hand Impairment. Acta Med Philipp [Internet]. 2024Nov.15 [cited 2024Nov.20];58(20).

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1 day ago

Recovery from a stroke is possible at whatever stage and at any age; as long as you put in the work.

Remember we can help you. We have trainers throughout the country. Call us on 0203 053 0111 or email support@arni.uk.com to find out if there's one near you.
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Have a big goal but achieve it with a slow and consistent pace.

Call us if you need some help with your goals. 0203 053 0111, or email support@arni.uk.com. We have trainers throughout the country who can help you.
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2 days ago

The Tipster exercise: This exercise is a critical self-stretch you can do for loosening up your fingers if they become seriously curled into your palm and painful after concentrating hard on performing any task-related training or ADL(activities of daily living).

The action mimics the offering of a secretive tip or bribe to someone behind your back (seen only in the movies!) Think about that word ‘tip’ though: it ultimately serves to ‘tip’ your fingers away from your palm.

From The Successful Stroke Survivor book by Tom Balchin
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Successful Stroke Survivor Manual – Stroke Solutions

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A testimonial on why The Successful Stroke Survivor book is the right book for someone recovering from a stroke.........Following my traumatic brain injury, I was determined and relentless to get back on the road to recovery. For guidance on the road to functional recovery and alongside my physiotherapist, this was the book for me. Tom Balchin details the latest evidence based techniques and ARNI approaches to help recovery. I found particularly useful the ways to help reduce spasticity and decline in upper limb as well as how to regain hand and finger function as well as strengthening exercises for lower limb function. Through such detailed and informative advice, married with clear illustrations you are taken through detailed text involving key concepts such as brain plasticity followed by the steps to retrain your affected limbs for the purposes of functionality. For example, to get up from the floor. If you stick with Tom's methods and practice practice practice, you are sure to see results! I even followed this with a session with Tom himself! Absolutely great! charity.
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This book/manual was written by a stroke survivor for stroke survivors. Part-book and part-manual for those who have suffered a stroke and reached the end of formal stroke rehabilitation therapy. The ...

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