Have you ever witnessed a toddler experience a tantrum because he wants something and can’t say exactly what it is that he’s wanting? When stroke suddenly makes you go non-verbal, it is immensly frustrating. Similar to the toddler example, we could potentially throw some sort of a tantrum as adults if we can no longerContinue reading “Cat Got Your Tongue?”
Tag Archives: Stroke
OMG! You’re The Jennifer Fisher?!
When I had my CVA stroke on December 6th, 2014, Memorial Medical Center in Modesto, California did not have a stroke department. Memorial Medical Center did, however, place me in the most capable hands of a very accredited hospital who specialized in stroke care. After the first of many seizures in 2015, I was rushedContinue reading “OMG! You’re The Jennifer Fisher?!”
Independence!
On December 2, 2017, I took myself out to Black Bear Diner. It was a beautiful day for pancakes. If you haven’t yet, you’ve got to head down to order “The Griz.” It’s a delectable combination of sweet and savory with enough food to easily feed 2 people. They start by giving you 2 ginormousContinue reading “Independence!”
Let’s Talk About Depression
I have dealt with depression my entire adult life. In doing so, I have developed “triggers” that activate whenever they decide to surface. However, I can somewhat control my triggers because I’ve identified them. During my depressive bouts, I try to avoid my triggers because I know my self-talk is already toxic for my well-being.Continue reading “Let’s Talk About Depression”
Mechanical Thrombectomy Explained
On December 6, 2014, at the age of 36, I had a Cardio Vascular Attack (CVA) that paralyzed the right side of my body. My stroke was due to a dissection of my artery from blunt force trauma to my neck. It is speculated by some neurologists that there is a link to chiropractor visitsContinue reading “Mechanical Thrombectomy Explained”
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