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So 15 months ago today I went in an ambulance to Silliman Hospital with a stroke. Having talked to 3 friends here who have had strokes, they say mine was unfortunately a bad one. I covered in earlier posts why I think I had a stroke and the first 12 months recovery, so I will update from today.
I still have partial paralysis on my right leg, arm, and face, and my good side -left- is numb. I can wobbly walk on my own for about a kilometre, if my BIL is assisting me in case I start falling over. I go to the gym 3 or 4 times a week for a full body workout and and am getting my strength back, albeit with atrophy on the right side.
A couple of recent keys for me that may help others who might find themselves in this position. I started taking virgin coconut oil, thanks to Alex, and have gained some traction from it. Secondly, I had a lot of pain on my right side from walking and working out, I was finally able to go see my good friend Dr. Mike and he adjusted my back, rib, neck, shoulder and wrist which all required attention due to my weak right side. Lastly, I've been taking amino acids supplements for nearly a year and now I've added Biospray supplement which seems to be a great boost and an offset for the blood thinners I have to take.
So 2014 was a long year for me but no complaints. Never give up, get healthier, and have a great 2015.

SUBJECT SHOULD SAY STROKE RECOVERY

 

I gave you a Genius because there is no rating for "An amazingly brave and determined person who has made the best out of a difficult situation and is an inspiration to all of us".

 

12 years stroke survival. Still keeping on; however, damage worsens with aging. Nevertheless, I get to the gym every other day (had to cutback from daily) and do a short walk along the water opposite days. My helper drives and assists with both. If I go to the mall, I need to use my wheel chair. I will be 83 in January so beating the odds. Blessed with a great wife and son who give me reason to keep it going.
Please mind your health. Serious strokes are catastrophic.

 

For those on the forum who may not know me, I do not post looking for pity or sympathy. On the contrary, I am sharing my recovery experience so hopefully others will not make the same stupid mistakes I made (stopped taking cholesterol medication, went without a check up for 8 years, thinking I was healthy, then not taking action on the stroke warning signs).
So wishing everyone a healthy, if not wealthy, 2015.

 

Well Done Pat
Your positiveness is an inspiration to others and should be greatly admired.
Continue to strive to reach that goal and one day you will make it.
God Bless you Pat and all your family, have a great New Year and all the best
regards John n Ludy

 

Thank you. My wife gets all the credit.

 

Pat! Some times Words are not enough or maybe I mean they can not always say enough, So with the rest of the Forum I am sure and I think from the Captain as well.

This seems the Token you deserve

 

Pat, thanks so much for freely sharing such a painful personal experience. Your strength and determination to keep moving forward is inspirational. I think one lesson we can all benefit from is to seek medical help at first signs of something amiss in our bodies, not to wait until a major event forces us to. Good to know that your experiences at Silliman were positive and that you have found helpful substances. Please continue sharing as you progress.