Rewiring the Brain After Stroke: Understanding Neuroplasticity and Recovery: Dr Michael J. Grey

Rewiring the Brain After Stroke: Understanding Neuroplasticity and Recovery: • Stroke can disrupt movement, thinking, sensation, communication and everyday activities. For many years it was believed that recovery was limited once the initial healing period had passed. We now know that the brain remains capable of adapting and reorganising throughout life through a process known as neuroplasticity. • This session will explore the science of neuroplasticity and what it means for recovery after stroke. We will discuss how the brain changes following injury, the principles that drive successful rehabilitation, and why factors such as repetition, practice, motivation, sleep and physical activity are so important. • The session will also examine how emerging approaches, including new technologies and pharmaceutical interventions, may help support the brain's ability to adapt and recover. • The presentation will provide an accessible overview of the evidence while highlighting practical implications for stroke survivors, families and healthcare professionals. Following the presentation there will be an opportunity for questions and discussion. The session will be presented by: Dr Michael J. Grey, Reader in Rehabilitation Neuroscience at Loughborough University and Co-Chair of the Research and Innovation Operations Group at the National Rehabilitation Centre