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🌿 New Year, New Perspective​In stroke recovery, a "fresh start" isn’t about a new calendar—it’s about a new mindset. As ...
01/01/2026

🌿 New Year, New Perspective

​In stroke recovery, a "fresh start" isn’t about a new calendar—it’s about a new mindset.

As a PT, my best advice for families this year is to think small to go big.

✅️ ​Focus on "Micro-Wins":

Don’t wait for the big milestones.

Celebrate the finger wiggle or the extra minute of standing. These small wins build confidence.

✅️ ​Be Kind to Yourself:

Recovery isn't a race, and there is no "right" timeline.

Replacing "I should be further along" with "I am doing the work" changes your brain chemistry for the better.

✅️ ​One Day at a Time:

Focus only on the session in front of you.

​The goal for 2026 isn't to be "back to normal"—it’s to be stronger today than yesterday.

We’re with you every step of the way. 💪

🎉 Happy New Year’s Eve, everyone! 🎉As we wrap up 2025 and celebrate with family and friends, let’s also take a moment to...
31/12/2025

🎉 Happy New Year’s Eve, everyone! 🎉

As we wrap up 2025 and celebrate with family and friends, let’s also take a moment to support our loved ones in making mindful choices this holiday season.

During celebrations, it’s easy to reach for foods that are tasty but not always heart-healthy—especially for those recovering from a stroke or trying to prevent a another one.

That’s why I want to share trusted nutrition tips to help you enjoy the festivities while still caring for your health.

Here are a few reminders for smart eating this holiday:

🍽️ Fill your plate with color and real foods – choose fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. These provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support heart and brain health.

💪 Include lean protein – consider lean meats, fish, beans, and nuts. These help with muscle health and recovery without the excess saturated fat.

🧂 Reduce salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats – too much sodium, added sugar, and saturated or trans fats are linked to high blood pressure and increased stroke risk.

🍳 Cook smart – bake, broil, roast, or grill instead of frying. Use heart-healthy oils like olive or canola.

💧 Stay hydrated – drinking water or unsweetened beverages supports overall health—and can help with appetite and digestion.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family support matters – eating together and planning meals as a family helps everyone stay on track and enjoy the holidays in healthy ways.

Remember: Healthy eating isn’t about restriction—it’s about making thoughtful choices that nourish your body and support recovery and long-term wellbeing.

Here’s to a joyful holiday season filled with good food, cherished company, and vibrant health in the year ahead! 🥳❤️

Stopping physical therapy after a stroke doesn’t mean recovery has ended—and it doesn’t mean it’s too late to return.Res...
27/12/2025

Stopping physical therapy after a stroke doesn’t mean recovery has ended—and it doesn’t mean it’s too late to return.

Research shows that the brain can continue to reorganize and relearn skills months or even years after a stroke.

Progress may slow, but the brain never “closes the door” on recovery.
(Source: American Stroke Association, NIH)

Many survivors stop therapy not because they’ve reached their limit—but due to:
• emotional fatigue
• frustration from slow progress
• depression or fear of failure
• loss of motivation without visible gains

These responses are normal after a life-altering event.

What matters most is this:
➡️ Returning to physical therapy is a sign of strength, not failure.
➡️ The body and brain respond again when guided with the right support, structure, and encouragement.

For families: your belief, patience, and consistent support can re-ignite motivation and hope.

For survivors: recovery is not a straight line—pauses happen, and restarts are allowed.

Healing is a journey. And it’s never too late to continue.

Shoulder Pain After StrokeShoulder pain is one of the most common and frustrating problems after a stroke. It can make i...
25/12/2025

Shoulder Pain After Stroke

Shoulder pain is one of the most common and frustrating problems after a stroke. It can make it harder to use the affected arm, interfere with daily activities, and even slow recovery if not properly addressed.

Why Does Shoulder Pain Happen After a Stroke?

After a stroke, one side of the body may become weak or “flaccid,” meaning the muscles can’t hold joints in place well. This can lead to:

Shoulder subluxation—the shoulder joint partially pulls apart because weak muscles can’t keep it aligned.

Reduced range of motion—stiffness and tight muscles can lead to “frozen shoulder.”

Poor arm support during movement—pulling on the arm during transfers or moving incorrectly can injure the shoulder.

Without proper care, pain can become chronic and make rehabilitation less effective.

How Physical Therapy at Home Helps

Physical therapy is a key part of recovery and can be done safely at home with guidance from a licensed physical therapist.
✅ Pain Reduction and Protecting the Shoulder
✅ Improving Mobility and Strength
✅ Functional and Everyday Skills
✅ Personalized Care

💬 Recovery after stroke isn’t always linear, and shoulder pain is common—but you don’t have to go through it alone. A physical therapist who visits your home can teach, guide, and protect you and your loved one every step of the way.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone! 🎄🎄🎄We want to gently remind everyone that recovery doesn’t stop during t...
24/12/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone! 🎄🎄🎄

We want to gently remind everyone that recovery doesn’t stop during the holidays—and neither does prevention.

What you eat matters, especially after a stroke.

👉 Choose food intentionally.
Healthy meals help control blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar—3 big factors that can help prevent another stroke.

Focus on:
1. Vegetables and fruits
2. Fish, lean meats, and plant-based proteins
3. Whole grains
4. Less salt, less sugar, and healthy fats

🚫 Limit or avoid:
1. Processed and salty foods
2. Sugary drinks and desserts in excess
3. Fried and fatty foods
4. Too much alcohol

Enjoy the celebrations, but remember: every healthy choice supports your brain, your body, and your recovery.

From Imus Physical Therapy—Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and here’s to a healthier New Year together ❤️

When a loved one survives a stroke, recovery can feel uncertain—but with physical therapy...it can help support meaningf...
23/12/2025

When a loved one survives a stroke, recovery can feel uncertain—but with physical therapy...it can help support meaningful recovery.

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) combined with Manual Physical Therapy is often used to help stroke survivors improve movement and function as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation program.

- NMES uses gentle electrical stimulation to help activate weak or inactive muscles, supporting muscle engagement and improving the brain–muscle connection when paired with other physical therapy techniques.

- Manual Physical Therapy includes hands-on techniques to address stiffness, improve joint mobility, and guide the body through safer, more efficient movement patterns.

Together, these approaches may help with:
✔ Improved muscle activation and coordination
✔ Reduced stiffness and limited movement
✔ Improved performance in functional tasks such as sitting and transfers
✔ Supporting independence and confidence over time

Every stroke recovery journey is different, and results vary based on different factors.

Physical Therapy focuses on helping each individual reach their highest safe level of function.

📌 A doctor’s referral is required to begin our physical therapy home health care services.

Family involvement, consistency, and patience play a powerful role in recovery—and you’re not alone in this journey.

After a stroke, recovery doesn’t stop at discharge.Home health physical therapy helps survivors practice real-life movem...
22/12/2025

After a stroke, recovery doesn’t stop at discharge.

Home health physical therapy helps survivors practice real-life movements in their own home—improving balance, transfers, walking, and safety where it matters most.

For some, standing again may be possible, but every stroke is different. Our goal is to maximize function, independence, and confidence.

A doctor’s referral for physical therapy is required to start home health services.

To the families and to our stroke survivors—we want you to know this first: you are not alone in this journey. What you’...
21/12/2025

To the families and to our stroke survivors—we want you to know this first: you are not alone in this journey. What you’re going through is real, it’s challenging, and it takes courage just to show up.

When someone survives a stroke, life can change in an instant. Simple things we once took for granted—sitting up, standing, walking, even moving an arm or leg—can suddenly feel impossible. This is where physical therapy at home plays a powerful role.

Our home health physical therapy services is here to help stroke survivors regain functional movement in the safest environment possible—their own home.

What does physical therapy actually help with?

We focus on functional recovery, meaning movements that matter in daily life, such as:
- Rolling in bed and sitting up independently
- Improving balance while sitting and standing
- Strengthening weak arms and legs
- Practicing safe transfers (bed to chair)
- Improving coordination and posture
- Reducing stiffness and preventing complications such as joint tightness or pressure sores

About standing again—let’s be honest and realistic

One of the most common questions we hear is:
“Will my loved one be able to stand or walk again?”

The answer is: it depends—and that’s okay.

Standing again is possible for some stroke survivors, especially with consistent physical therapy, family support, and time. However, recovery varies from person to person. Factors such as:
- Severity of the stroke
- Area of the brain affected
- Overall health
- How early physical therapy begins

all play a role...

Our promise is not a guarantee of standing—our promise is to safely maximize each person’s potential.

For some, that means progressing to standing with support.
For others, it may mean improved sitting balance, better transfers, or safer mobility—all of which significantly improve quality of life and independence.

Why home-based physical therapy?

At home, physical therapy becomes:
✅ More comfortable—no stressful travel
✅ Safer—reduced fall risks
✅ More family-centered—caregivers learn how to assist properly
✅ We also teach families how to support recovery without hurting themselves or their loved one.

Important requirement to begin therapy
✅ To start physical therapy sessions at home, a doctor’s referral or prescription for physical therapy is required.

This ensures that therapy is safe, appropriate, and tailored to the medical needs of the patient.

To every stroke survivor here: progress may be slow, but progress is still progress.
To every family member: your support makes a real difference.

We are here to walk this recovery journey with you—one movement, one goal, and one day at a time.

We would be honored to help you take the next step forward.

I want you to pause and really notice the support around you.Your family isn’t helping because you’re a burden—they’re h...
21/12/2025

I want you to pause and really notice the support around you.

Your family isn’t helping because you’re a burden—they’re helping because they care about you and believe in your recovery.

Try to see their support as part of your rehabilitation team, not as a sign of weakness.

Letting them help gives you more energy to focus on healing and recovery.

As a physical therapist, I sometimes have one-on-one conversations with family members—not about exercises, but about bo...
20/12/2025

As a physical therapist, I sometimes have one-on-one conversations with family members—not about exercises, but about boundaries.

I’ll say this:

“Your loved one had a stroke. Their body is healing, but their brain is still vulnerable. The food they eat matters more now than ever.”

I know it’s hard.
Food is comfort. Food is part of your culture and family time.

But right now, bringing unhealthy food “just this once” can slow their recovery, raise their blood pressure, and increase the risk of another stroke.

Setting boundaries doesn’t mean you’re being strict or unkind.
It means you’re choosing their future over temporary comfort.

You can still show love—
by choosing healthier meals,
by saying no when it’s uncomfortable,
by protecting them even when they resist.

Healing after a stroke is a team effort.
And sometimes, the most loving thing you can do…is hold the line.

Happy Saturday! I hope you’re all doing well today.Pay close attention! I want to gently remind you about something very...
20/12/2025

Happy Saturday! I hope you’re all doing well today.

Pay close attention! I want to gently remind you about something very important—your daily home exercise program.

I know some days it’s tempting to skip it, especially if you’re feeling tired. But that home exercise program you’ve been given are not just “extra work.” They’re a big part of keeping your strength, your balance, and your independence.

Every time you do your exercises, you’re telling your body, “I still want to move. I still want to be strong.” Even a few minutes a day can help reduce pain, prevent falls, and make everyday activities such as walking easier.

Take your time. Move safely. Listen to your body. And remember, you’re not doing this to be perfect, you’re doing it to stay active and healthy for yourselves and for the people who care about you.

Keep up the good work. I’m proud of the effort you’re putting in.

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