The brain is a complex organ that controls our vision, our movement and even our thinking. After a stroke, an event that effects the brain, people may need the expertise of a Speech-Language Pathologist, also known as a speech therapist, to address deficits with speaking,...

Caring for Your Loved One After a Stroke As a caregiver, caring for your loved one who has just survived a stroke, you may feel unprepared in your new and unfamiliar role. Typically, stroke caregivers have little information about stroke care, what to expect during recovery,...

Seven Things You Should Know About Stroke Recovery In most cases, you will find yourself in a hospital after a stroke, but in some cases, you may be able to go to a hospital-based therapy unit and be discharged immediately after your team of doctors believe...

Understanding the difference between a stroke and a heart attack. While traveling earlier this month, I had a very brave woman ask the question; “What is the difference between a stroke and heart attack?” As soon as she asked the question my medical mind went into...

So, you’ve decided to get a joint replacement, and you’ve taken the initial steps to set a date with your surgeon. What’s the next step in preparing for your surgery? Therapy is a good place to start, whether it be your shoulder, hip, knee, or...

Parkinson’s Speech Therapy Treatment Works!   Speech Language Pathologists do more than just help children say their “R’s” correctly! The essence of Speech Therapy is to help a person be the best communicator possible. Therefore, Parkinson’s Speech Therapy plays a vital role helping those with Parkinson’s Disease...