This illustrated short story describes how one woman sacrificed her health and well-being to work very long hours every day of the week, and suffered a life-threatening stroke as a result. With the help of friends, family and the NHS, she fought her way back to a more enlightened life, and despite her resultant disabilities, resolved to never again treat herself as unimportant.
“Strokes are the third-leading cause of death in America, and for the ‘lucky’ stroke victims who don’t die, about half will spend the rest of their lives trying to recover.” Roughly 700,000 American suffer a stroke each year and around 140,000 of them are fatal. Different Strokes is an in-depth look at what surviving, or not surviving, a stroke can mean. And Steven Boorstein should know—at age fifty-two, he suffered a stroke after a hit on the ski slopes of Vail. Part-memoir, part-how-to, Steven Boorstein’s book will help you to recover from a stroke, whether you were the victim of one or had to watch a loved one suffer. Dividing the book into three distinct sections, Boorstein first focuses on his personal experience with a stroke, how he recovered, and his controversial use of medical marijuana to help resurrect his damaged mind and wracked body. The second part of this book explores how others have dealt with a stroke. Hear first-hand from stroke survivors and their loved ones about what effect a stroke had on their marriage, sex life, careers, relationships (with children, relatives, strangers), and more. The finale of the book covers tools and helpful resources—therapies, therapeutic tools, and exercises; organizations for survivors; and key words—for people who have had a stroke, been diagnosed as being at risk, or for those whose loved ones are at risk or are recovering. This is an essential book for anyone who’s ever had, or been hurt by, a stroke.
Dr. Gopi A. Tejwani is an Associate Professor Emeritus and the ex-Vice Chair in the Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University (OSU). He received his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi in 1973 and subsequently traveled to the United States for his postdoctoral training. Dr. Tejwani has been on the faculty of OSU in Columbus since 1976, where he has done research in neuropharmacology and has taught graduate, undergraduate, and medical students. Dr. Tejwani has published more than 80 original research papers in biochemistry, enzymology, neuropharmacology, and medical education. He has presented his research work at international meetings in more than 20 countries. More than two dozen graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty members have received training in his laboratory. After working for thirty-six years at OSU, Dr. Tejwani retired on July 1, 2012. He is presently Associate Professor Emeritus at the Department of Biological Chemistry and Pharmacology, College of Medicine. He still teaches a course at the university every year. In the twilight years of his illustrious career, he was felicitated with numerous teaching awards at OSU-some of the recent awards are as follows: Excellence in Teaching Award, College of Medicine, OSU (2002, 2005, 2008, 2011) Teaching Incentive Award, College of Medicine (2004, 2006, 2008) Alumni Faculty Teaching Award, College of Medicine, OSU (2006) Distinguished Educator Award, College of Medicine, OSU (2007) Excellence in Teaching Award, IP Committee, College of Medicine (2009) Dr. Tejwani currently resides in Dublin Ohio with his wife Sarla Tejwani. He can be reached at [email protected]
Stroke Survivors gives first-hand, intimate accounts of the terrifying experience of having a stroke and the complex and challenging process of recovery. Based on an extensive three-year study of seventy stroke survivors, the book gives voice to the stroke survivors as well as to health care professionals, caregivers, and family members, revealing how survivors faced the daunting task of reclaiming their lives after a stroke. At the heart of the book is coauthor Rod McLean's personal journey from despair to triumph. At age twenty, he suffered a massive stroke, underwent brain surgery, and drifted in and out of a coma for twenty-one days. The professionals predicted that McLean would spAnd the rest of his life confined to a wheelchair with limited ability to move or speak. But, he refused to let the so-called experts'' dictate his future. Twenty-five years later, Rod McLean lectures in classrooms around the country about his experience of being a stroke survivor. McLean's profound story and the stories of other stroke survivors recount the agonizing process of relearning how to talk, walk, make love ... and live. After a stroke, as survivors struggle to recreate their self-image and feelings of self-worth, the quality of life is forever changed. Survivors and their often fatigued and distressed caregivers are sure to gain a new understanding and appreciation of the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary to emerge from the life-changing stroke experience.
When someone you love survives a stroke, you may feel overwhelmed with worry about your family member's future and confused by all the medical information. Acclaimed medical writer Elaine Shimberg, whose parents have both survived strokes, can help you and your family understand how to act quickly and effectively to provide the best treatment possible. Shimberg has interviewed over a hundred patients and their families; speech, occupational, and physical therapists; physicians; nurses; and psychologists to offer a thoughtful and loving guide to every step of stroke patient care.You will learn: -- Who in your family might be stroke-prone -- Emergency room procedures and tests, and what your role in the hospital should be -- How to ease the patient's transition out of the hospital and back into the home -- When to turn to a nursing home for help, and how to choose one -- How you can help in the rehabilitation process -- How to cope with stroke-related stress, depression, and communication problems -- A complete diet and exercise program for stroke survivors -- And much more Includes a Comprehensive List of Rehab Centers and Helpful Government Agencies
No one expects a catastrophic event to befall their family, especially on Christmas Day. One moment, life was normal, and in the next, our family was completely and forever changed when my husband, Mark, suffered four strokes. This book takes you on the rollercoaster journey of stroke recovery, both the physical and emotional aspects. We came through this with our faith in God strengthened thanks to our family, friends, and neighbors who surrounded us in love and prayer. This book is not only a testament to love and faith but also a guide for others who are caring for a critically ill family member. Difficult topics are covered, including grieving a loved one who is still alive and how to thrive as a caregiver (the toughest job in the world). My hope is that if you are on your own difficult journey caring for a disabled or critically ill loved one, you will find inspiration and guidance from my family's story.
The author writes of her six year struggle to find what she describes as "finding the pieces that made up the whole of "me" and bringing them together again." This is a delightful fell good read with humor and the awesome commitment of family. She is still paralyzed but has come so far remembering and writing of the struggle and confusion she lived with, strolling through the tunnel to heaven, living through hell, losing her mind and finding self. The author gives great insight to anyone caring for another as to how and what their patient may be feeling or thinking. There is so much understanding for anyone in their day to day interactions with others after reading t! his book. There is a lot to think about as "Like a Bolt out of the blue, fate comes down and changes you." A feel good, inspirational, motivational read. About the Author Mary Morgan, now 65 years old has been married for 46 years with 5 children and 11 grandchildren. She has lived on the Outer Banks of North Carolina for over 30 years and is a retired Real Estate sales manager. Six years ago she suffered a severe stroke and is paralyzed on her left side. She now spends her time speaking to caregiver and independent living meetings. She says" Heaven tempted me during stroke but sure has a lot of competition to top my life on this planet." Book Reviews "Like A Bolt" has been the supreme piece of literature on the subject that I had yet to read. I have been given a lot of "professional" literature on stroke and help for caregivers, none of them gave me anything I really needed and wanted. In fact, "Like A Bolt" as I see it, is the definitive work on the experience of stroke and in some real sense turned me around....CharlesMcCoy, Va.Beach, Va.
Stroke doesn't just affect an individual. It impacts everyone who has a relationship with the person who has had the stroke. This title contains information on stroke. It offers stroke patients and their families, friends, and caregivers the facts and figures on advanced theories of neural plasticity and how the brain repairs itself.
A Doody's Core Title 2012 Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation is the new gold standard comprehensive guide to the management of stroke patients. Beginning with detailed information on risk factors, epidemiology, prevention, and neurophysiology, the book details the acute and long-term treatment of all stroke-related impairments and complications. Additional sections discuss psychological issues, outcomes, community reintegration, and new research. Written by dozens of acknowledged leaders in the field, and containing hundreds of tables, graphs, and photographic images, Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation features: The first full-length discussion of the most commonly-encountered component of neurorehabilitation Multi-specialty coverage of issues in rehabilitation, neurology, PT, OT, speech therapy, and nursing Focus on therapeutic management of stroke related impairments and complications An international perspective from dozens of foremost authorities on stroke Cutting edge, practical information on new developments and research trends Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation is a valuable reference for clinicians and academics in rehabilitation and neurology, and professionals in all disciplines who serve the needs of stroke survivors.
