From Fit to Function: Jenna Muri-Rosenthal on Recovery, Resilience & Brain Health

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Episode 97 The return of Jenna Muri-Rosenthal of Fit to Function Recovery and an update that is Way Beyond “Better Than Good Enough” !!With Co-Hosts Michael Garrow and David DansereauAbout Jenna: We had Jenna on the show on Episode 70 when she was first launching her new facility. You can listen to that episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1751132/episodes/14848193Jenna 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 gym is based just outside of Boston (Roslindale/West Roxbury,MA) where she  recently expanded her space and programs and has built an inspiring community fitness hub for all abilities and ages. We still love  her motto “Better than Good Enough” but now she’s gone “Way Beyond Better!!   On this episode, you’ll discover how her work is transforming recovery and wellness through functional fitness and neuroplasticity. Here’s a few of the topics we covered:Adaptive fitness and its role in recoveryThe science of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)Impact of high-intensity workouts on neuroplasticityCommunity building through inclusive fitness programsExpansion and growth of Jenna's fitness facilityTraining trainers for adaptive fitnessYouth and senior fitness programsOvercoming barriers in adaptive trainingThe future of fitness and neurorehabilitationThe Fit to Function ApproachFit 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 RecoveryConnect with FtF on InstagramDonate to  FtF Athletes Fitness FundLearn About the Adaptive Training Academy Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Order David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Know Stroke Podcast Episode 96 Guests: Lester Leung and Rory Polera with co-hosts David Dansereau and Michael GarrowThis episode features three time favorites and returning guests, Dr. Lester Leung, MD (stroke neurologist) and Rory Polera (stroke survivor) discussing innovative approaches to stroke recovery, the role of technology and AI in the new patient and provider relationship, and building community support for survivors so they are not alone in recovery. They share insights on longitudinal stroke support and  care, personalized medicine, and the future of stroke rehabilitation. As "tied" 3 time record holders along with Caroline Goggin (from Episode 95) stroke survivor and podcast opening show voice, the trio are all in great company!Key Topics:Long-term stroke care and community buildingUse of AI and wearable technology in recoveryPersonalized medicine and data-driven treatmentInnovations in stroke rehabilitation and telehealthMentions: Saya Consortium https://www.youngadultstroke.org/Dr. Leung's micro-practice Headway Neurology https://www.headwayneurology.com/saya-cDavid Book Closure After StrokeAbout the "Miracle Speech" https://knowstroke.substack.com/p/chapter-one-power-play-preview Rory's Substack https://substack.com/@rorypoleraRory's Slidedeck and Update on his recovery journey: https://knowstroke.substack.com/p/navigating-the-journey-of-stroke Empower Sleep (not a show sponsor but perhaps they should be or offer Rory and other survivors a discount) https://www.empowersleep.com/ Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Get Our NewsGet Our Latest News and Show Updates on SubstackOrder David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Caroline Goggin returns to the Know Stroke Podcast for a third time, making her our first-ever three-time guest.In this conversation, Caroline reflects on how surviving a stroke at just 27 continues to shape her life as an advocate, educator, and now a mother. She shares how the fear and uncertainty of those early days evolved into a deep sense of purpose, pushing her to raise awareness that stroke can happen to anyone, at any age.Now, as a new mom, Caroline is thinking about advocacy in a new way including making sure her daughter grows up knowing the signs of stroke and understands when to act.We talk about how her perspective has changed over time, what motherhood has added to her journey, and why sharing survivor stories remains such an important part of changing how people understand stroke.Listen to Caroline’s previous appearances:Episode 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1751132/episodes/14363293Episode 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1751132/episodes/14363275 Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Order David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Know Stroke Podcast Episode 94: Insights into RTM for Stroke Recovery with Clinical Research Experts from Shirley Ryan AbilityLabThis episode explores the evolving field of remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) in neurological rehabilitation, featuring insights from  two experts at Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. Topics include platform design, clinical integration, policy, and future directions for RTM in stroke and neuro conditions.Our Guests: Dr. Miriam Rafferty PT, DPT, PhD is the Director of Implementation Science and a Research Scientist at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. She is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in the Departments of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Psychiatry & Behavioral Science. Dr. Rafferty also is an active physical therapist clinician specializing in neurologic physical therapy, with a clinical focus on PD. LinkedIn -  Dr. Kristen Hohl PT, DPT, NCS works as a clinician-researcher at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Clinically, she works in a technology implementation role facilitating best practice with thoughtful integration of advanced technologies to achieve the best patient outcomes. Her research work is with the KTEAM Lab, led by Dr. Miriam Rafferty. Her research interests include using implementation science to understand the translation of evidence into clinical practice. LinkedIn -  Topics covered: Differences between RTM and RPM in neuro vs MSKPlatform design tailored for neurological populationsImplementation science and clinical adoption of RTMPolicy and reimbursement challenges for multidisciplinary careResearch findings on wearable technology and behavior changeResources: Shirley Ryan Ability Lab - https://www.sralab.org/Henry Betts Life Center - https://www.sralab.org/lifecenterMentions:David’s Book Closure After Stroke https://amzn.to/4wUi2Y5 Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Order David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Summer Rewind!-Know Stroke Podcast -S4E3-Henry Hoffman On this episode we were joined by Henry Hoffman,MS,OTR/L co-inventor and co-founder of Saebo, Inc. We were introduced to Henry through Dr. Carolyn Brown, a previous guest of the podcast in season one.Saebo, Inc. is a medical device company primarily engaged in the discovery, development and commercialization of affordable and novel clinical solutions designed to improve mobility and function in individuals suffering from neurological and orthopedic conditions. With a vast network of Saebo-trained clinicians spanning six continents, Saebo has helped over 100,000 clients around the globe achieve a new level of independence.About our Guest:Henry graduated from D’Youville College in Buffalo, NY in 1997 with a Masters degree in occupational therapy. Since graduation, he has worked in a variety of settings including home health, acute, sub-acute, and outpatient rehab. Prior to leaving Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in New York, he worked as a clinical specialist in orthopedic medicine and manual therapy of the upper quadrant. Henry left Burke in the fall of 2002 to co-launch Saebo.This was a great discussion and as co-hosts we share a common mission with Henry to continue to dispel the believe that stroke recovery has an end when a “plateau” is reached. Listen in to learn how Henry and his team are on a mission to offer new affordable treatment options that deliver tangible results, and offer hope and support for continued recovery and improved function.Watch Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/E-rsCdtJ1SMIn the News mentions: Neurology Live Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Order David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Believe in BalanceDavid's Fall Screening and Conditioning Program Get Our NewsGet Our Latest News and Show Updates on SubstackDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Background to this recoverd episode: We launched our podcast during the pandemic and through now almost 100 episodes, several of our best episodes were 'lost' when the RSS feed didn't fully transfer with a hosting provider change.Until now! David has found the backups by restoring and old hard drive while completing his book. We'll be posting the other lost episodes between new releases so our tally is accurate at 100 when we sunset the pod (or do we?)Either way, listening back on this rewind it was fun to hear how far we've come in our post production, and it is a nice gesture to offer these missing episdes back to our library as we start to close out the show by bringing back guest interviews that were once lost.  Enjoy! Chime in and let us know in the link at the top of this episode.Episode Guest: Dr. Carolyn Brown, Founder of StrokeOT.orgOur Mission:StrokeOT, Inc. is a team of healthcare professionals and volunteers who provide free and low-cost virtual and in-person rehabilitation classes focused on health, exercise, and lifestyle education to support stroke recovery. We strengthen the stroke care continuum by addressing service gaps for underserved stroke survivors. By building a supportive community, we help improve the quality of life for individuals facing healthcare and financial disparities.Our Vision:We envision that stroke and brain injury survivors experiencing healthcare disparities will have life-long support after hospital discharge. These disparities include health insurance and financial inequalities as well as lack of transportation.About this podcast:Welcome to the Know Stroke Podcast of Co-Founders David Dansereau and Michael Garrow get you caught up on the latest stroke science, worldwide community support collaborations and interview top researchers and health care experts in the field. We also invite all stroke thrivers to join us so together we can share success to help you manage your own condition and maximize your true potential and care.For more information about joining our show or advertising with us visit: https://knowstrokepod.com Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Order David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!Support Our Show!Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity!DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Get Our NewsGet Our Latest News and Show Updates on SubstackDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Background to this recoverd episode #3: We launched our podcast during the pandemic and through now almost 100 episodes, several of our best episodes were 'lost' when the RSS feed didn't fully transfer with a hosting provider change.Until now! David has found the backups by restoring and old hard drive while completing his book. We'll be posting the other lost episodes between new releases so our tally is accurate at 100 when we sunset the pod (or do we?) Chime in and let us know in the link at the top of this episode.Episode 3: In this episode we interview Lauren Souders, the current Clinical Manager for Neurolutions, Inc. Lauren has been working with Neurolutions since 2012 assisting in the development and clinical evolution applying brain-computer interface in the stroke rehabilitation space. Lauren was an integral clinical lead at the infancy of Neurolutions first product, the IpsiHand. Lauren is also one of the first pioneering occupational therapists to assist in using brain-computer interface technology with stroke patients.Lauren has held other clinical roles as an occupational therapist with advanced certifications as a certified brain injury specialist (CBIS) and a certified stroke rehabilitation specialist (CSRS). Lauren also served as an adjunct faculty member at Saint Louis University and a clinical specialist for Washington University’s School of Medicine’s Department of Neurology. Lauren has presented at a number of conferences for the American Occupational Therapy Association and the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine. Lauren continues to serve as a guest lecturer at a number of universities including Saint Louis University and Maryville University. Lauren is a founding member of two other start-up companies. Overall, Lauren aspires to innovate creative medical technologies to provide solutions to improve the lives of those who need it the most.About Neurolutions:Neurolutions is a neuro-rehabilitation company developing break-through solutions that use the patient’s own brain activity to facilitate motor recovery. The IpsiHand exoskeleton by Neurolutions uniquely leverages brain-computer interface technology for chronic stroke rehabilitation and it also has been recently granted U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Contact Neurolutions: https://www.neurolutions.comThis episode can be watched on YouTube:https://youtu.be/13hi9L4qAD4Music Credit to JAKEEZo on Soundcloud @user-257386777About this podcast:Welcome to the Know Stroke Podcast of Co-Founders David Dansereau and Michael Garrow get you caught up on the latest stroke science, worldwide community support collaborations and interview top researchers and health care experts in the field. We also invite all stroke thrivers to join us so together we can share success to help you manage your own condition and maximize your true potential and care.Complete our know stroke patient survey at know-stroke.orFor more information about joining our show or advertising with us visit: https://knowstrokepod.com Get Our NewsGet Our Latest News and Show Updates on SubstackOrder David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!This episode features a deep conversation with stroke advocates Stacy Quinn and Stacie Broek about their journey, the importance of survivor voices in research and policy, and the launch of SHINE, a survivor-led initiative to influence stroke care systems globally. They share insights from conferences, the impact of lived experience, and future plans for survivor advocacy.SHINE Official Website - https://shineinitiative.org Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Get Our NewsGet Our Latest News and Show Updates on SubstackDRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Order David's Book, Closure After StrokePreorder now on Amazon for Kindle early release July 4th. Paperback and hardcover September 28th!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!Guest: Mike Studer,PT, DPT, FAPTA Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist with Co-Hosts Michael Garrow and David DansereauOn episode 92, Mike Studer returns to the show and shares new insights on neuroplasticity, the importance of physical activity "as king" in recovery, and the role of dopamine in motivation. He shares insights from his two books,  (The Brain That Chooses Itself and My Face Book:Beyond What the Mirror Show Us in Crisis), his personal journey with Bell's palsy and the lessons learned from it, as well as the challenges and future of stroke rehabilitation. The discussion also looks into the future of reimbursement for neurologic physical therapy and emphasizes the need for personalized care, and the significance of measuring outcomes in physical therapy. If you missed Mike on episode 42 on Neuroplasticity, listen here.Takeaways:Neuroplasticity is crucial for recovery from stroke.Exercise should not be seen as the only form of movement.Dopamine plays a significant role in motivation and habit formation.Self-imposed stigmas can hinder recovery and well-being.Measuring outcomes is necessary for effective treatment and reimbursement.Psychologically informed practice is gaining traction in therapy.Sharing experiences can lead to healthier coping mechanisms.The future of stroke rehabilitation is optimistic with new approaches.Engagement and autonomy in therapy enhance recovery outcomes.More About Mike: Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTA ,APTA Geriatric Section Clinician of the Year 2014, APTA Neurology Section Clinician of the Year 2011, TEDxSalem 2020 speaker: Neuroplasticity Instagram: @mikestuderdptMentions: StrokeOT   Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Believe in BalanceDavid's Fall Screening and Conditioning Program DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack 

Chime In, Send Us a Text or Voice Message!In episode 91 of the Know Stroke Podcast, Dr. Ram Gordon shares his remarkable journey from a healthy lifestyle and marathon runner to experiencing a rare spinal stroke. He discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, recovery process, and insights into this uncommon condition, emphasizing the importance of awareness and hope.Key  topicsRare spinal stroke (fibrocartilaginous embolism)Symptoms and diagnosis of spinal strokeTreatment and recovery processImportance of awareness and early intervention Support Our Show! Thank you for helping us to continue to make great content. We appreciate your generosity! Believe in BalanceDavid's Fall Screening and Conditioning Program DRYYP SaunaFind out more about Mike's new business venture, DRYYP Sauna.Get Our NewsGet Our Latest News and Show Updates on SubstackDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showShow 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.Connect with Us and Share our Show on Social:Website | Linkedin | Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | SubstackKnow Stroke Podcast Disclaimer: Our podcast and media advertising services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Get Our Podcast News Updates on Substack