The Brunnstrom Stages of Stroke Recovery

I am a stroke survivor for the last 10 years, I was a soldier and fighter, but didn't know there are 7 stages of Strokes, this article has given me hope and motivation that I can recover from it at the age of 70, life is so beautiful and I want to enjoy more till my last breath.

Im currently in my moms hospital room, 3 days after her stroke that ruptured, thank you all for great testimonials, guves me hope. Shes come a long way, just 2 daya ago, i thought she was basically gone, now i see the fight in her eyes. Good luck my peoples ❤

I am 44 years old and I had a pontine hemorrhagic stroke I just wanted to say thank you for all this information into all the other stroke patients we can do this. Have faith in yourself have faith in God and don't give up on yourself

I had a serious stroke in spring 2021. Completely flaccid on my left side. In 2023, I’m probably stage 4 or 5 on my leg and arm and a 3 in my shoulder and hand. The shoulder and hand is very frustrating. Do not give up. NEVER SETTLE. Keep fighting for every fraction of a percent of gain. Plateaus come and go, back sliding happens. It’s all part of the journey now. I may never be what I was, but I’m always making small gains. I fight every day for a little more and I’m grateful for what I have.

Great video! I had 4 strokes in October and November 2023. I've gone from not being able to walk, talk, swallow, to now working out 4 days/week/2 hrs/day. I put small goals, building on those to get where I am in 8 months. I walk very slowly with a cane and my speech, although much better, is still greatly affected. Recovery is a process and a mindset.

3 years since my stroke and im still recovering. Just continue and embrace the new normal, don't give up on living.

i am at stage five after my stroke and it still takes SO much energy to do all this. i tire so easily now

Thank you for this.. My husband suffered a cardiac arrest last October, and almost every doctor has written him off because he wasn't fully recovered in a week. One PT while still in hospital taught me to do the passive range of motion exercises, but didn't say why. He is currently in a spasticity stage, his arms are very tight, and I can hardly move them. LTAC gave me the wrist braces before we had to bring him home, and the first doctor that saw him with those on again immediately says "he's contracted, he's never going to recover at all" and promptly offered to euthanize him. Yes, he's been reported to the state medical board. Only his neurosurgeon that he's seen for 2 yrs has fought for him, and did help me find a neurologist who is fighting for him too. This is very helpful

Hi,I'm 55,was 23 when I had a severe stroke,still keep doing stretches as I can ,life has me looking after my parents both over 80...Grace keeps me Going...thx I follow .. videos many times...thank you Ingrid Maree South Africa Somerset West

Stroke survivor since November 11 2023. It’s a daily struggle for sure. In my personal case my left side was affected and my leg is definitely coming along better than my arm. But prayer and determination and therapy will get me through the process. Great video. Very interesting. Thank you

Hi Elyse, as always, thanks for your insights. In December it will be 3 years since I had a stroke. I've struggled physically and mentally with my recovery, but finding your channel has given me the greatest hope. From the time I found your video on neurofatigue and how to manage the effects it has made a difference, and gave me hope to continue. Consequently, this current explanation of the recovery is making so much sense. I am beginning to truly believe recovery is possible, but it will take more time than expected. Keep up the good work.

Thanks for this, Im a stroke survivor for 5 years this will help in understanding my body.

Excellent video. You are the first (and seemingly only) person/therapist on the web to cover the various stages. You give hope when others leave one feeling confused and frustrated. Now at least, I know that my spasticity will eventually go.

I had a stroke in March last year Thank you for this video. It gives me hope.

This is a very important part of stroke recovery and I am grateful that you're addressing it

Everything you do is helpful!!! Thank you SO much!❤

Just found your videos. 4 weeks post 3 strokes you have given me more information in a couple of videos than I got in the hospital and the VA. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. thank you

My mom at 67 had a stroke (2024-04-05). CT and MRI- the Dr's says she should be her normal self by now- Drs don't know why she isn;t. But she suffers the symptoms of a SEVERE stroke. Thank you for this info. Anything, and this info, give my family hope. SHe's in rehab- I hope they see these videos to help 😢

Hi I’m so grateful and happy that I found ur channel. U give loads of motivation. Positive energy. I feel so much better by just watching and doing exercises with u. I’m seeing tons of improvement. Keep making videos. Thank u so much.

Hi Elyse, Thank you for your great explanation of the stages!! Although I had heard of them before YOUR explanation was much more thorough!!!🥰🥰