Brain Fog & Stroke: Part 2
- Maureen Harrop
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
What do I do for “brain fog?” I’m truly no expert on this, but I try to do what I can to “clear the fog!”
SLEEP: I attempt to sleep at least 7 hours a night, more if I can. Uninterrupted sleep has been a challenge since my stroke (and pre-stroke), as I use the restroom several times a night.
EXERCISE: This helps “wake up” the brain cells! The only one of these below that’s a ‘regular’ occurrence is my weekly workouts.
I must admit, I’ve become much more sedentary since my stroke!
Walking: When my right knee isn’t ‘acting up’ (osteoarthritis caused by overuse), a complication from the stroke; and when it’s not 110 degrees out
Weekly Workouts: For the nearly 10 years since my stroke, I’ve been working with a personal trainer at a gym retrofitted for its disabled members.
Chair Yoga: There are numerous chair yogas videos on YouTube!
READING: I read as often as possible. However, falling asleep continues to be an issue.
APPS: The app I use most often is Lumosity. Others are Recognise Hand, and Neuro Kit.
Chiropractic Neurologist: This type of doctor is not very well known, but in my almost 10 years post-stroke, I’ve learned they are the most knowledgeable about strokes, especially the recovery part. I’ve had no luck with traditional neurologists.
I see my chiropractic neurologist regularly. These professionals possess state-of-the-art knowledge, skill, and programs that truly help you recover
My doctor not only performs eye movement testing and exercises, but he performs memory exercises, a brain program similar to the Bioness BITS program learn more: click here, and finishes with a session with the Erchonia Laser that reduces brain inflammation and helps heal it, learn more: click here.
I hope this information helps!
Chin up, shoulders back, hang in there!
YOU’RE NOT ALONE!
Maureen