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Welcome to the Know Stroke Podcast with your co-hosts Mike Garrow (stroke caregiver) & David Dansereau (stroke survivor).  Listen back to Episode 1 of the podcast to hear our personal stories of how stroke impacted our lives and sparked a mission to amplify the voices, contributions, and achievements of change makers in stroke care.  Music Credit to JAKEEZo on Soundcloud @user-257386777Be sure to give the show a like and share, & follow and connect with us on social or contact us to support us as a show sponsor or become a guest on the Know Stroke Podcast. Visit website to to learn more: https://www.knowstrokepod.com/
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Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookOur mission: Empowering stroke survivors and their care teams to take control of life after stroke.

Know Stroke Podcast Mike Garrow | David Dansereau

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 14 Ratings

Welcome to the Know Stroke Podcast with your co-hosts Mike Garrow (stroke caregiver) & David Dansereau (stroke survivor).  Listen back to Episode 1 of the podcast to hear our personal stories of how stroke impacted our lives and sparked a mission to amplify the voices, contributions, and achievements of change makers in stroke care.  Music Credit to JAKEEZo on Soundcloud @user-257386777Be sure to give the show a like and share, & follow and connect with us on social or contact us to support us as a show sponsor or become a guest on the Know Stroke Podcast. Visit website to to learn more: https://www.knowstrokepod.com/
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Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookOur mission: Empowering stroke survivors and their care teams to take control of life after stroke.

    "Better Than Good Enough": Fit to Function's Neuro Rehab Fitness Model

    "Better Than Good Enough": Fit to Function's Neuro Rehab Fitness Model

    Episode 70 with Jenna Muri-Rosenthal of  Fit to Function Recovery

    About our Guest:
    We met Jenna Muri-Rosenthal through an introduction by our previous episode guest Rory Polera (Ep69).  Jenna has her clinical roots at Spaulding Rehab and is an experienced speech and language pathologist (SLP) who uses her passion for Crossfit and advanced training in brain injury and rehabilitation to offer a neuro adaptive fitness and cognitive communication rehabilitation model.  Her new gym is based just outside of Boston (Roslindale/West Roxbury,MA) where she has built an inspiring community fitness offering called Fit to Function Recovery.   We love her motto “Better than Good Enough” and we can’t wait for you to meet her.  You’ll quickly learn why survivors like Rory are drawn to her program.


    The Fit to Function Approach
    Fit to Function blends functional fitness with cognitive rehabilitation in an adaptive, 1:1 and community-focused environment that benefits survivors of brain injury and stroke. Through this unique approach, delivered through a multi-disciplinary coaching team that goes beyond routine rehabilitation therapies, Fit to Function supports patients recovering from neurologic injuries in achieving functional movement and global fitness with generalization into real world activities while addressing their cognitive-communicative needs.

    Connect with Jenna to learn more and support her community of athletes in recovery!

    Website: Fit to Function Recovery
    Connect with FtF on Instagram
    Donate to  FtF Athletes Fitness Fund
    Donate to FtF Headquarters Equipment Fund
    Order FtF Clothing!
    Learn About the Adaptive Training Academy







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    Show credits:
    Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast

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    • 1 hr 6 min
    Stroke Thriver Spotlight: Rory Polera

    Stroke Thriver Spotlight: Rory Polera

    Episode 69 - we welcome Rory Polera to the show to share his story as a young stroke survivor - or as we like to say, "stroke thriver".

    Show highlights:
    Rory Polera shares his incredible journey of resilience and recovery after experiencing multiple ischemic strokes within a short span at the age of 36.Despite the challenges, Rory's determination and support system propelled him through a rigorous rehabilitation process.Rory shares how data tracking played a crucial role in monitoring progress and providing motivation throughout his recovery journey.Rory highlights the need for tailored support for young stroke survivors, as existing rehabilitation programs often overlook their unique needs.New show supporter CTA for 2024-Mike Garrow
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    Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast

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    • 1 hr 8 min
    Closing the Loop: OhioHealth's Path from Rehab to Community Fitness

    Closing the Loop: OhioHealth's Path from Rehab to Community Fitness

    Episode 68 - join us as we chat with Lauren Esposito, Operations Manager at OhioHealth Neuroscience Wellness Center.
    Lauren provides insight into the origins of the Neuroscience Wellness Center, highlighting the key individuals who brought it to life. She explains how community needs for neurological care led to the center's establishment, emphasizing its role in filling critical gaps in patient support.
    Gain a deeper understanding of the patient experience within the center, particularly for stroke survivors. Lauren shares details about specialized programs offered, including multidisciplinary approaches to care and peer support initiatives for survivors and caregivers. Additionally, she discusses the center's commitment to ensuring financial accessibility for those in need.
    Discover how the Neuroscience Wellness Center stays at the forefront of innovation by incorporating technological advancements and pioneering therapies into its treatment options. Lauren explains the metrics used to measure success and outlines the center's ambitious long-term goals.
    Don't miss Lauren's captivating anecdotes and success stories from her time at the center, offering a glimpse into the impactful work being done in the realms of neuroscience, wellness, and patient care. Tune in for a compelling discussion on the intersection of healthcare and innovation.
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    Show credits:
    Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast

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    • 53 min
    Innovating Community Fitness: Building Bridges from Research to Post-Stroke Rehab

    Innovating Community Fitness: Building Bridges from Research to Post-Stroke Rehab

    Episode 67 - Innovating Community Fitness: Building Bridges from Research to Post-Stroke Rehab.

    New National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines in the UK recommend stroke patients receive at least three hours of rehabilitation a day, five days a week. This is a dramatic increase from previous guidance of 45 minutes a day. Currently there are big gaps in service when it comes to supporting people with stroke after they’re discharged from care not only in the UK but worldwide. Often, survivors have nowhere to go to exercise and accessing a conventional gym for most is challenging and for some it’s impossible.
    With our continued theme of exercise as the best medicine for stroke recovery, in this episode we are diving deeper into this topic to find solutions for expanding the reach of rehab into the community and highlighting champions innovating for more solutions to make these new rehab guidelines a reality.
    Meet Our Guest: Dr Rachel Young PhD MSc, BSc  
    Rachel is a senior research fellow at the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre in Sheffield Hallam University. She is a chartered physiotherapist with expertise in neurological rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Rachel's research interests include the development and evaluation of rehabilitation technologies and accessible exercise solutions.  
    In our discussion Dr. Young reminded us that the NICE guidelines of three hours are not the first to recommend extensive rehabilitation. The National Clinical Guidance for Stroke launched in March 2023 actually advised six hours of activity a day, which may include activities of daily living, communication and exercise.
    We dove into why these guidelines sent a ripple through the stroke community, including how providers don’t have the workforce to meet these new recommendations. We also discussed her research and how she believes technology, in the form of accessible exercise equipment, apps and wearables has to be part of the solution if we’re to have any hope of meeting the guidelines.
    Connect with our guest:  Linkedin |  Twitter/X  @physioyoung
    Show Mentions:
    Everyone’s Talking About: Stroke Rehab-Health Care Management Magazine Article

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    Show credits:
    Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast

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    • 1 hr 4 min
    Become a Know Stroke Podcast Supporter!

    Become a Know Stroke Podcast Supporter!

    Welcome back to the first Know Stroke Podcast episode of our 2024 season!
    Co-hosts Michael Garrow and David Dansereau appreciate you taking some time out of your day to listen to this episode. If you find our podcast valuable, we ask that you consider supporting us with a small monthly donation or through a sponsored business spotlight. In this episode we walk you through both options and what we have planned for 2024.

    Here's How:
    Consider becoming a monthly supporter of the show here  starting at $3 per month and help us to continue to create content for listeners in our stroke community around the globe.

    Introducing a new advertising service on the Know Stroke Podcast
    Sponsor an upcoming episode through our new Business Spotlight Ad Package
    Get your message directly in front of stroke care medical professionals, survivor communities and caregivers with a sponsored  business spotlight package of 2 episodes on The Know Stroke Podcast, a proven leading stroke media platform in the healthcare and stroke support communities with international reach and guest experts. This unique opportunity allows you to share your story through (2) 30-minute structured interviews with show co-host Michael Garrow and David Dansereau as well as be featured in our show newsletter linked to our social media platform.
    As one of the only twice monthly stroke centric podcasts of its kind with international reach, and drawing from the lived experiences of the show co-hosts as both stroke caregiver and stroke survivor, the Know Stroke Podcast has wide appeal.  It reaches stroke clinicians, researchers and experts across various cerebrovascular and rehabilitation specialties, making it an ideal venue for your brand. 
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    Show credits:
    Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast

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    • 21 min
    Replay: Let's make it okay to say you're not okay

    Replay: Let's make it okay to say you're not okay

    Episode 65: Closing out 2023 with a replay of our highest downloaded episode of the year. Tim Whitmire joined us for episode 48, he is a young stroke survivor and founder of F3 Nation. He speaks to us about how he grew a community built around fitness, fellowship, and faith into the largest mens' fitness movement in the US, and how those pillars transferred into his rehab journey.Thank you to all of our listeners and guests that joined us in 2023. We look forward to continuing to bring you conversations with survivors, caregivers, and clinical experts bringing change to the stroke care pathway in 2024. Until next time, be sure to give the show a like and share, +follow and connect with us on social or contact us to support us as a show sponsor or become a guest on the Know Stroke Podcast. Visit our new website to apply here: https://www.knowstrokepod.com/About our guest:Whitmire started as a freelance journalist, then got a job at the Associated Press and covered Harvard Men’s Basketball. He moved to the Providence Bureau of the Associated Press and eventually to New York City. He was transferred to Lexington, Kentucky to work as a sports writer and moved to Charlotte, North Carolina after that. He worked at the Charlotte Observer and then returned to the Associated Press to work as the head of the Charlotte Bureau until 2006. Tim Whitmire was working for the AAP when he decided to look for work in Charlotte, NC. He ended up getting hired in a marketing and business development role at a sell side and investment bank. He then co-founded a firm called Black Arch Partners, where he worked for a few years. After leaving the second bank, he found his way into his current work as an executive strategy consultant. Will then asked him about his nonprofit, F3 Nation. The Mission of F3 is to plant, grow and serve small workout groups for men for the invigoration of male community leadership.  Show highlights:Forming the movement of F3 NationFrom 5am workouts to stroke rehabHow Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith impacted Tim's recoveryThe truths of post stroke depressionShow Credits:Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau, connect at JAKEEZo on Soundcloud @user-257386777.Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast. Thank you Caroline!Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitt
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    Become a monthly subscriber for as low as $3 per month.
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    Show credits:
    Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast

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    • 58 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
14 Ratings

14 Ratings

myarbz ,

Great information

David and Mike bring so much thought and insight from their personal journeys that you feel you are listening to a friend during their podcasts. Having a family member who is a survivor they have helped me to understand the importance of support as an ongoing never ending way of life.

nephie155 ,

Excellent content and hosts

I learn so much from the podcast. It’s like having the most informed experts at my kitchen table for a discussion. The range of topics are amazing and demonstrate the natural curiosity and expertise of David and Micheal! Always looking forward to the next episode.

StrokeOT ,

Know Stroke Podcasts

Dave and Mike offer excellent, up to date information on stroke related topics. Particularly in the area of telehealth and telerehab. Dr. Leung’s podcast is amazing…his research and SAYA program sounds incredible. So thankful to Know Stroke and Enable4us for bringing important topics for the stroke population to the forefront.

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