Best Stroke Recovery Tools Podcasts (2025)

1
125. Understanding Neuro Fatigue in Brain Injury Recovery (with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe) 34:24

Play Pause

23h ago34:24

34:24

Have you ever wondered why the healing brain’s battery seems to drain so quickly, even after simple tasks? Today, we’re diving into the complex and often misunderstood topic of neuro fatigue after brain injury. In this informative episode, host Cristabelle Braden welcomes back Dr. Jeremy Schmoe of the Functional Neurology Center to uncover the scie…

1
EM Quick Hits 69 Pediatric Urinary Retention & Acute Transverse Myelitis, Post-Dural Puncture Headache, Med Mal Cases: Clenched Fist Injury, IV Thrombolysis for Minor Stroke, EM Leadership Spotlight #4 ... 1:32:19

4d ago1:32:19

1:32:19

On this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Deborah Schonfeld on the differential diagnosis and work up of pediatric urinary retention & acute transverse myelitis, Jesse McLaren on his Tryptic Approach to Occlusion MI Diagnosis, Matthew McArthur on recognition and management of post-dural puncture headache, Joseph Yasmeh on Med Mal Cases: Clenched fist …

1
381. From Collapse to Craniotomy: Daniel Coggins' Basilar Artery Stroke Story 1:30:47

10d ago1:30:47

1:30:47

1
124. Reframing the Journey: Finding Gratitude in a Life You Didn’t Expect - Brain Injury Community Panel 55:39

15d ago55:39

55:39

How do you hold on to thankfulness when you’re navigating symptoms, setbacks, or the emotional weight of daily challenges? Together we’ll explore how gratitude can coexist with grief, struggle, and healing - along with a podcast spotlight on the power of gratitude from Dr. Jeremy Schmoe. In this heartfelt panel, host Cristabelle Braden invites Holl…

1
When Someone Says They’re Lonely: What to Do, and NOT to Do | Holiday Grief, Kindness & Brain Health 39:55

16d ago39:55

39:55

When Someone Says They’re Lonely: What to Do, and NOT to Do | Holiday Grief, Kindness & Brain Health Loneliness is one of the most misunderstood emotional experiences, especially during the holidays, seasons of grief, and major life transitions. In this episode, Tracy Markley shares clear guidance on how to respond when someone says they feel lonel…

1
380. David Willick on Life with Invisible Fatigue After Stroke 1:14:43

19d ago1:14:43

1:14:43

1
Stroke Recovery: How Your Favorite Music Boosts Cognition, Verbal Memory & Emotional Healing 25:14

20d ago25:14

25:14

Music is one of the most powerful — and most overlooked — tools in stroke recovery. In this episode, Tracy Markley explains how listening to meaningful, familiar music can improve cognition, verbal memory, language recovery, emotional regulation, focus, and motivation during stroke rehabilitation. You’ll learn how the brain responds to your favorit…

1
Stroke Recovery: Therapy Ended? Now What? 26:27

20d ago26:27

26:27

Welcome to Stroke Recovery: Therapy Ended? Now What? — an educational podcast series by Tracy L. Markley designed to help stroke survivors, caregivers, and professionals better understand the body, the brain, and the recovery process long after formal therapy ends. Each episode focuses on one essential area of stroke recovery, blending neuroscience…

1
National Author's Day! Are you Ready to Be an Author? Writing Can Open Many Doors! 40:47

20d ago40:47

40:47

In celebration of National Author’s Day, Tracy Markley shares how writing her very first book completely transformed her life — and how your story has the power to transform yours as well. When Tracy published The Stroke of an Artist, she had no idea it would lead to speaking opportunities, national recognition, awards, magazine features, media int…

1
379. Jason Hellyer on Finding Strength and Clarity After an Ischemic Stroke 1:01:31

25d ago1:01:31

1:01:31

1
Ep 209 Nondisabling Stroke Recognition and Management 1:19:30

25d ago1:19:30

1:19:30

In this Part 2 or our 2-part podcast update on ED stroke management with Dr. Katie Lin and Dr. Walter Himmel we explore non-disabling strokes, where symptoms are mild enough that patients can continue daily activities if deficits persist. Yet, non-disabling does not mean benign. Non-disabling strokes occupy the same ischemic continuum as TIAs and c…

1
123. Brain Injury in Veterans (Part 2): Courage through Invisible Wounds - PTSD & TBI 56:13

26d ago56:13

56:13

Unseen struggles, PTSD, and the mental battle… how do you keep moving forward? In this two part series we’re sitting down with veterans as they share the “necessary conversations” that need to be had in our communities. Stay tuned to hear once in a lifetime stories filled with raw emotion and genuineness. Let’s discover how the heroes of our countr…

1
122. Brain Injury in Veterans (Part 1): Rebuilding and Resilience 51:48

29d ago51:48

51:48

Combat Deployments, Brain Injury, and Healing..?! Where does your help come from? In this two part series we’re sitting down with veterans as they share the “necessary conversations” that need to be had in our communities. Stay tuned to hear once in a lifetime stories filled with raw emotion and genuineness. Let’s discover how the heroes of our cou…

1
378. Carolyn J. Routh: Finding Strength and Hope After Stroke 1:06:00

1M ago1:06:00

1:06:00

1
121. The Search for Hope: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety Post TBI/Stroke - Brain Injury Community Panel 58:11

1M ago58:11

58:11

When you first realized that this brain injury would impact you or your family’s life, what thoughts or emotions came up for you? Today, we’re asking questions about the emotional side of brain injury. We want you to know you’re not alone, and it’s natural to have these feelings… but it’s what you do with them that matters. So let’s explore these v…

1
Ep 208 Paradigm Shift in Ischemic Stroke Management Part 1: Disabling Strokes 1:36:12

1M ago1:36:12

1:36:12

We are amidst a paradigm shift in the emergency management of acute ischemic stroke. The traditional way of categorizing ischemic strokes as 'minor' vs 'major' is no longer relevant to what we do in the ED. It's now about 'disabling' vs 'non-disabling' strokes. And this is no small change. This categorization dictates urgency of ED work-up and trea…

1
377. Anshul Bhadwaj: Breaking the Silence on Sexual Health and Dignity After Stroke 53:16

1M ago53:16

53:16

1
120. Hope For Family: It's Not a Wasted Life (with Lindy Boone Michaelis) 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

Brain injury affects every single person in the family - so how do we move forward, together? In this heartfelt episode, Cristabelle sits down with Lindy Boone Michaelis to explore the journey of hope, heartbreak, and healing after her family's life-changing experience with traumatic brain injury. Lindy is the daughter of beloved singer/entertainer…

1
376. Bud Beucher - From Silent Survivor to Speaking His Truth Again 1:30:22

2M ago1:30:22

1:30:22

1
Stroke Recovery - Regaining Arm Movement Tips! 37:28

2M ago37:28

37:28

Regaining arm and hand movement after a stroke is one of the most challenging — and most important — parts of recovery. In this educational and encouraging episode of The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy, stroke recovery specialist and author Tracy L. Markley shares essential knowledge to help survivors better understand arm movement, muscle functi…

1
119. Fear Does Not Define You + Hope For Brain Injury Recovery 37:19

2M ago37:19

37:19

Have you ever had days that felt like hope is just out of reach? You wake up already exhausted, feeling anxious, foggy, and afraid of what the day might bring? If you can relate, you’re not alone. In this episode, Cristabelle is sharing honestly about the fears she faced through her brain injury recovery, and how she has learned to acknowledge them…

1
EM Quick Hits 68 Osteomyelitis, Tourniquet Technique, Pediatric Distal Radius Buckle Fractures, DSI RCT, AMS in ESRD & Dialysis, EM Leadership Spotlight #3 1:25:12

2M ago1:25:12

1:25:12

By Dr. Anton Helman

1
375. John Cross on Spasticity, Vivistim, and Finding Small Wins After Stroke 1:02:33

2M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

1
374. Effie Sibson - Hand Therapy, Recovery, and Hope After Stroke 1:04:51

2M ago1:04:51

1:04:51

1
118. The Truth About Boundaries in Brain Injury Recovery - Community Panel 57:58

2M ago57:58

57:58

Brain injury can affect every part of your life - so it’s important to understand what your personal boundaries are, both with yourself and others. But it’s a lot easier said than done… let’s talk about navigating boundaries in the recovery process! Join our host, Cristabelle Braden, as she introduces 3 panelists: Chaandani Khan, Alfinie Mayes, and…

1
373. Terry Gilstead: 32 Years of Recovery, Motherhood, and the 'Watch Me' Spirit 49:31

3M ago49:31

49:31

1
117. What We Wish People Knew About Concussions 45:47

3M ago45:47

45:47

There are so many misunderstandings about concussion - and today we’re here to clear them up. Did you know that 81% of U.S. adults don’t know concussions are traumatic brain injuries, according to a recent study by the BIAA? That might sound shocking to those of us who understand TBI, but unfortunately, it’s representative of the general public’s p…

1
Ep 207 Sleep Strategies for Shift Work 1:21:04

3M ago1:21:04

1:21:04

Discover evidence-based sleep strategies for shift workers. Optimize performance, recovery, and health with tips from sleep expert Dr. Michael Mak... If you find this beneficial please consider a donation to support EM Cases: https://emergencymedicinecases.com/donation/By Dr. Anton Helman

1
372. Wesley Ray: From Hemorrhagic Stroke to Relentless Recovery 1:29:29

3M ago1:29:29

1:29:29

1
371. The Stroke Treatment That Worked For Karen Quigenden 56:48

3M ago56:48

56:48

1
116. Care, Support, and Boundaries for Brain Healing (Cristabelle Braden + Dr. Jeremy Schmoe) 34:52

3M ago34:52

34:52

Have you ever felt like you were pushing so hard, that you ended up in cycles of burnout, overwhelm, and exhaustion? Life with brain injury is… a lot. But there is hope to get out of those loops of symptom cycles. Today, we’re diving into the topic of care, support, and boundaries. We also have a podcast spotlight with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe sharing the…

1
370. 4 Months Unconscious, Life With a Brain Shunt: Mark Bragg 1:24:40

3M ago1:24:40

1:24:40

1
115. Hope For Couples: Communication after TBI 58:32

3M ago58:32

58:32

Communication can become a big challenge after a brain injury - which affects all relationships, but especially the ones that are closest to us. So let’s talk about communication in relationships & marriage after brain injury! We also have a podcast spotlight with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe sharing some of the neurological reasons why communication can be h…

1
EM Quick Hits 67 Tick Borne Illness Update, Pediatric ECG Interpretation, Nailbed Repair, Closed Loop Communication, ESRD, Leaders in EM Dr. Catherine Varner 1:00:21

3M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

On this EM Quick Hits podcast: Tick Borne Illness Update with Dr. Issac Bogoch, Pediatric ECG Interpretation with Dr. Kathleen Stephanos, Nailbed Repair with Dr. Matthew McArther, Closed Loop Communication with Dr. Shawn Segeren, ESRD with Dr. Brit Long, Leaders in EM Dr. Catherine Varner... Please consider donating to EM Cases here: https://emerge…

1
369. Bryan & Brittany: Finding Strength in Recovery and Transplant 1:25:55

3M ago1:25:55

1:25:55

1
114. Social Cues, Relationships & Communication Challenges - Brain Injury Community Panel 1:03:09

4M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

If relationships have been hard post-concussion / brain injury, you are not alone. Our ability to connect with others is an important part of life - so what do you do when your communication skills and ability to read social cues becomes affected after a brain injury? Let’s talk about it! Join our host, Cristabelle Braden, as she introduces 2 panel…

1
368. The Subtle Stroke Signs Kevin Almost Ignored 1:05:49

4M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

1
113. The Struggles of Social Communication after Brain Injury (Cristabelle Braden) 30:10

4M ago30:10

30:10

Brain injury impacts how we express ourselves, how we connect with others, and how we're understood. In this heartfelt episode, Cristabelle Braden shares her personal journey through the communication challenges that follow brain injury. Through real-life examples, she opens up about the emotional toll of feeling misunderstood, how memory and socia…

1
Ep 206 Massive Hemorrhage Protocols 2.0 – Update on the 7 Ts 1:27:13

4M ago1:27:13

1:27:13

In this update to the 7 T’s of Massive Hemorrhage Protocols with Dr. Jeannie Callum and Dr. Andrew Petrosoniak, we explore the most current, evidence-informed strategies for bleeding patients, from polytrauma to obstetrical, drawing on the latest clinical trial data and real-world experience. We answer the questions: What is the evidence based alte…

1
367. From Stroke to Service: Lara's Kaufman's Unlikely Recovery Journey 1:21:22

4M ago1:21:22

1:21:22

1
366. From Coma to Clarity: A Young Woman's Stroke, Recovery, and Redefining Herself 1:38:07

4M ago1:38:07

1:38:07

1
112. Learning to Care For a Post-Injury Brain: Mindset, Habits, What Worked, What Didn’t - Brain Injury Community Panel 57:19

4M ago57:19

57:19

After a brain injury, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, unsure how to truly care for your brain in the day-to-day. What habits actually help? What mindsets make a difference? And how do you know when something just isn’t working? Join our host, Cristabelle Braden, as she introduces 3 panelists: Stefanie Beeney, Charlotte Endorf, and Farook Outhmani. E…

1
365. From Stroke in Pregnancy to Deep Healing: Emily's Story of Spiritual and Physical Recovery 1:55:54

5M ago1:55:54

1:55:54

1
EM Quick Hits 66 Pediatric Torticollis, Stable Wide Complex Tachydysrhythmias, Post-intubation Neurocritical Care, Hyponatremia Correction Rates, Paronychia Management, Women in EM Leader Series with Judith ... 1:31:24

5M ago1:31:24

1:31:24

On this EM Quick Hits podcast: Pediatric Torticollis with Dr. Deb Shconfeld, Approach to Stable Wide Complex Tachydysrhythmias with Dr. Anand Swaminathan, Post-intubation Neurocritical Care 5 best practices with Dr. Andrew Petrosoniak, Hyponatremia Correction Rates with Dr. Justin Morgenstern, Paronychia Management with Dr. Andrew Tagg, and Women i…

1
364. Rebuilding Life, One Step at a Time: A Survivor's Guide to AFOs That Work 1:00:38

5M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

1
111. From Survival Mode to Gentle Healing - Brain Health Rhythms (Cristabelle Braden) 35:19

5M ago35:19

35:19

We often feel like we are in “survival mode” after a brain injury - our lives have changed so much, and it’s all we can do to get through each day. But what if healing could feel gentle, and less overwhelming? In this relatable episode, Cristabelle Braden opens up about her own journey through multiple traumatic brain injuries - moving from surviva…

1
Dog Walking for Exercise: Simple Movement Tips 6:57

5M ago6:57

6:57

Walking your dog is more than quality time — it’s one of the easiest, healthiest ways to increase your daily movement. In this lighthearted and encouraging episode of The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy, fitness educator and author Tracy L. Markley shares how simply owning a dog naturally helps people walk more, move more, and build healthier habi…

1
Trust Your Gut | Tracy L. Markley on Intuition, Safety, and Honesty for Women & Children 39:55

5M ago39:55

39:55

We all want to trust our gut — that inner knowing, intuition, or quiet feeling that tells us when something is safe, aligned, or protective. In this heartfelt and vulnerable episode of The Health & Fitness Show with Tracy, award-winning trainer and author Tracy L. Markley shares personal reflections on learning to honor that inner voice — and why m…