Neuro Skills Podcast

Neuro Skills Podcast

Welcome to the Neuro Skills Podcast, where we explore the latest trends, research, and stories behind the transformative power of brain injury rehabilitation. The Neuro Skills Podcast is hosted by Centre for Neuro Skills’ CEO and President, David Harrington, a licensed occupational therapist and Certified Brain Injury Specialist with over 30 years of experience in the rehabilitation industry. Each episode dives into real-life stories of recovery and expert insights on innovative therapies to help you better understand brain injury recovery. Tune in for stories of hope and healing.

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March 31, 2025 42 mins

An unexpected stroke did not only impact Dr. Petersen’s motor skills, it also changed the way he views the patient experience. A loving father with a background in pediatric emergency medicine, Dr. Petersen overcame physical, emotional, and cognitive deficits during his stroke rehabilitation journey, finding a renewed sense of purpose when he returned to work. In this episode, Dr. Petersen shares his journey from physician to patie...

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How do emotions impact recovery? David Harrington, President and Chief Executive Officer of CNS, and Dr. Gary Seale, Regional Director of Clinical Services at CNS, talk about the significant role that positive emotions play in patient recovery. This episode explores the benefits of being in a positive emotional state: ability to process information quickly and accurately, boost to the immune system, and there's a less likely chance...

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What happens after a stroke? In this continuation of episode 2, Chris Persel joins CNS President and CEO David Harrington to explore how innovative post-acute neurorehabilitation can help people return to a life of independence. Learn more about how through patient-centered therapy, dignity of risk, and empowerment, stroke survivors can rebuild their daily skills and rewire their brains.

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Most people don’t know that a stroke is a brain injury. This episode explores the connection between heart health and brain health – an often overlooked aspect of stroke prevention and recovery. Tune in as David Harrington and Chris Persel dive into key statistics, discuss stroke prevention methods, and explain treatment options that help stroke survivors rebuild their lives and regain independence. 

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When Dr. Mark Ashley’s brother, Steve, became disabled after a devastating event in 1972, conventional rehabilitation therapy gave no hope for recovery. Dr. Ashley made it his mission to find a way for Steve to regain his independence through post-acute rehabilitative care. His recovery became the model for CNS’ ongoing philosophy of practice and our belief that people with brain injuries should have a place to heal. 

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