Stroke Smart Magazine March/April 2006 TABLE OF CONTENTS Printer Friendly Version DEPARTMENTS Rehabilitation Each day, stroke survivors are participating in research that could change the future of stroke recovery. Prevention TIAs, sometimes called mini-strokes, are serious warnings of a possible stroke and should never be ignored. Lifestyle Depression is common after stroke, but it shouldn't be considered a “normal” part of recovery. Recovery Movement disorders like spasticity can put a damper on stroke survivors’ recovery efforts, but there are treatments available. Mobility Learning safe transfer techniques is vital to the safety and well-being of stroke survivors and their caregivers. Nutrition Bananas, once claimed to be the “perfect” food, do appear to have important benefits for people trying to lower their risk for stroke. FEATURES Hope, Healing and Song: One survivor's Stroke of Genius Everyone recovers from stroke differently. Dan Mountain chose to use his experience to write poems, which were adapted into songs and made into a CD called Stroke of Genius. Independence for Rent After Lee Meagher's father had a stroke, he relied on his scooter to help him feel independent. This inspired his daughter Lee to found a unique business providing “independence for rent.” IN EVERY ISSUE Stroke Smart on the Web Gear and Gadgets News You Can Use Q&A Champion of Hope The Last Word   Stroke Smart Home | Subscribe to Stroke Smart