Recovery & Rehab
Practical rehabilitation, home safety, communication, swallowing, fatigue, and daily recovery modules.
39 modules · 3 tools · 1 courses
Modules and tools
Rehab basics and setting realistic goals (PT/OT/SLP)
Plain-language rehab primer: PT/OT/SLP roles, realistic goal-setting templates, common pitfalls, and practice/game activities.
Home safety checklist (stroke-ready home)
A comprehensive home safety checklist: lighting, rugs, stairs, bathroom supports, pathways, emergency plan, and medication organization.
Cognition, fatigue, and emotional changes after stroke
Cognition/fatigue/mood module with pacing system, simple strategies, red flags, mini-quiz, and an energy-budget game.
Swallowing safety quick guide (dysphagia) — red flags + what to ask SLP
Quick swallowing safety guide: aspiration red flags, oral care reminder, and questions to ask the SLP team.
Aphasia-friendly communication basics (family + care teams)
A practical communication toolkit for supporting someone with aphasia: short phrases, one idea at a time, confirming understanding, and reducing shame/stress.
Falls after stroke: risk, prevention, and when to use alerts (StrokeSiren concept module)
Falls after stroke module: why risk increases, prevention checklist, and decision guide for check-ins/alerts with safety-first framing (no product claims).
Mobility and fall prevention at home
Room-by-room home fall-prevention module with safer routines, urgent post-fall red flags, mini-quiz, and hazard-bingo game.
Adaptive products after stroke: home setup by room (shopping guide)
Room-by-room adaptive products/home setup guide after stroke: safety-first suggestions, therapist fit/training notes, and documentation tips for DME/insurance.
Aphasia-friendly communication toolkit (caregiver printable)
A printable toolkit with short scripts, yes/no strategies, choice boards, and ‘1 idea per line’ guidelines for aphasia-friendly communication.
Bathroom remodel for stroke recovery — grab bars, showers, toilets (in depth)
Deep bathroom module: safest layout choices, grab bar placement concepts, shower/tub decisions, toilet height, flooring, lighting, and caregiver safety.
Bedroom + nighttime safety after stroke — layout, lighting, toileting plan
In-depth bedroom module: nighttime fall prevention, bed height, pathways, lighting, toileting setup, clothing organization, and emergency access.
Cognitive-friendly home setup after stroke — labels, routines, and cues (aphasia/fatigue)
In-depth cognition-friendly home module: labels, checklists, visual cues, consistent placement, and reducing overload—useful for aphasia, neglect, and fatigue.
Depression and anxiety after stroke (survivor) — what’s common + how to get help
A survivor-friendly module on mood after stroke: common patterns, how it affects recovery, simple supports, and how to ask for professional help. Includes urgent safety guidance.
Dizziness after stroke — safety steps + when to escalate
A plain-language safety module for dizziness after stroke: common causes (concept), fall prevention steps, tracking, and urgent red flags (especially new/worsening neuro symptoms).
Entryways + pathways after stroke — ramps, thresholds, doorways, lighting
In-depth entryway module: safe access, ramps/handrails concepts, threshold fixes, doorway width, flooring transitions, lighting, and walker/wheelchair navigation.
Food & swallowing: dysphagia texture levels + safe meal planning (caregiver + survivor)
Dysphagia meal-planning module for survivors/caregivers: why texture matters, how to follow SLP plans safely, and practical meal prep ideas without prescribing diets.
Home office setup after stroke — ergonomics, one-handed workflow, fatigue-friendly work
In-depth home office module: seating, screen setup, one-handed computing ideas, dictation/shortcuts, pacing blocks, and reducing cognitive overload.
Home remodeling for stroke recovery — master plan (safety + independence)
In-depth master module: how to plan home modifications after stroke, prioritize safety/independence, coordinate with OT/PT, and avoid common mistakes.
Kitchen adjustments after stroke — one-handed cooking, reach, and safety
In-depth kitchen module: layout changes, reach zones, seated workstations, one-handed strategies, appliance safety, labeling, and swallowing-aware setup.
Laundry + clothing system after stroke — reduce bending, carrying, and falls
In-depth laundry module: safer carrying, seated sorting, hamper placement, one-handed clothing organization, and when to relocate laundry to avoid stairs.
Living room + seating setup after stroke — transfers, furniture, and fall prevention
In-depth living room module: chair/sofa height, transfer safety, clutter control, rugs/cords, remote placement, and one-handed access.
Multiple strokes — communication supports (aphasia + fatigue)
Module for recurrent stroke: communication can worsen; caregiver strategies, re-evaluation triggers, and rephrase-practice game.
Multiple strokes — recovery after repeat events (adapt the plan)
Module for survivors/caregivers after repeat strokes: what changes, realistic expectations, a 10-minute rehab routine, re-evaluation triggers, and a tiny-wins tracker game.
One-handed life skills after stroke — OT tricks for daily independence
Survivor-facing OT module on one-handed strategies: dressing, kitchen, phone use, carrying items, and setting up the environment so tasks are doable.
OT and driving after stroke — evaluation, alternatives, and home transportation plan
Survivor/caregiver module: why driving decisions are complex, OT driving eval concept, stepwise transportation alternatives, and scripts for clinicians.
OT for arm/hand recovery — strengthening, electrical stimulation, splints (what to ask)
Survivor/caregiver module covering common OT/PT adjuncts for upper limb: strengthening concepts, NMES/FES concepts, splinting purpose, and how to discuss risks/benefits with therapists.
OT for daily activities (ADLs) after stroke — dressing, bathing, toileting
Survivor/caregiver OT module on ADLs: restorative vs compensatory strategies, one-handed dressing routines, bathing/toileting safety, and practice drills.
OT for neglect (one-side unawareness) — home strategies + safety
Survivor/caregiver module on hemispatial neglect: what it is, why it’s dangerous, home scanning strategies, setup changes, and OT prompts.
OT home program that actually happens — dose, cues, and habit design
Survivor module: make OT home exercises stick using anchors, cues, tiny habits, repetition tracking, and caregiver-friendly prompting.
OT upper-limb recovery — what works (task practice, CIMT, mirror therapy)
Evidence-informed survivor module: upper-limb recovery is driven by task practice; overview of CIMT and mirror therapy concepts; how to talk to OT about fit/dose.
Pain after stroke (shoulder, nerve pain, headaches) — basics + what to ask
A patient-friendly overview of common post-stroke pain patterns (shoulder pain, spasticity pain, central/nerve pain, headaches) and how to ask for help. No medication changes or dosing advice.
Pets after stroke — safety plan for falls, routines, and caregiver backup
In-depth pets module: reducing trip hazards, leash safety, feeding routines, backup care plan, and emotional benefits without guilt.
Post-stroke depression (survivor) — identity, motivation, and getting back to life
Survivor-facing module on post-stroke depression and identity: what’s common, why it’s not weakness, small-step routines, how to ask for help, and safety red flags.
Returning to driving after stroke — safety-first guide (patient/caregiver)
A safety-first guide to returning to driving after stroke: functional domains (vision, reaction, attention), why clearance varies, and how to ask about OT driving evaluation (not legal advice).
Returning to work/school after stroke — step-by-step plan (patient/caregiver)
A practical return-to-work/school plan: clarify job demands, identify barriers (fatigue, cognition, one-handed limits), request accommodations, and set a gradual return (non-legal).
Sex and intimacy after stroke — safe conversations + common concerns
A respectful, patient-friendly module about sex and intimacy after stroke: fatigue, mood, mobility, communication, and how to ask clinicians what’s safe (no medical clearance rules).
Shoulder pain after stroke — positioning, OT/PT strategies, and when to escalate
Survivor module on hemiplegic shoulder pain: why it happens, safe positioning, what NOT to do (don’t pull), OT/PT referral triggers, and a daily comfort plan.
Sleep routine after stroke (fatigue-friendly) — habits that actually stick
A simple sleep routine module for post-stroke fatigue: consistent schedule, environment setup, and what to ask about sleep apnea or medication effects (no medical advice).
Speech, language, and swallowing (aphasia + dysphagia)
Aphasia/dysarthria/dysphagia basics with swallow-safety red flags, caregiver communication tips, mini-quiz, and practice game.
Stairs after stroke — safety plan, rails, alternatives, and when to remodel
In-depth stairs module: high-risk stair moments, rail/lighting/tread concepts, stairlift vs bedroom relocation decisions, and OT/PT training prompts.
Vaccines + infection prevention after stroke — why it matters (pneumonia/flu/COVID)
A plain-language module explaining why infections can derail recovery, practical prevention steps (hand hygiene, oral care, mobility), and how to ask about vaccines (flu/COVID/pneumococcal) with clinicians.
Vision changes after stroke (field cuts, double vision, neglect) — basics
A plain-language module describing common vision changes after stroke, safety risks (falls/driving), and what specialists may help (neuro-ophthalmology, OT).