Hi Amanda,

Thanks so much for your response and thank you for moderating this group, your efforts are definitely appreciated! In answer to your question regarding stall or regression, I hit the wall I have read about at about 3 months after my stroke. I noticed that I was moving much better at about 2 months after my stroke, than at 3 months and there after. For instance, at 2 months I was bopping down the stairs at almost a normal rate, not really requiring the aid of the handrail, now, almost a year and a half later, I move slowly down the stairs and I rely on the handrail. So, that's what I am referring to when I say I have regressed somewhat. I have read a tremendous amount about strokes since this occurred, as I'm sure many of the subscriber's here have. This 3 month plateau is mentioned in many articles and books. I have read two books on stroke recovery that were very helpful, "Stroke Rebel" and "Stronger after Stroke". This period after 3 months, often referred to as the chronic period, is what I am dealing with, as is probably everyone else that is a stroke survivor. I guess one of the frustrating things about it is that I am not able or allowed to work really hard, PT, exercising, etc., because if I over do it, I pay the next couple of days, but if I sit around for a day or two, I also pay for it the following days. So, you have to walk a fine line of not doing too much, or too little. Sorry, I don't mean to whine so much about it. I know, as far as strokes go, I am fortunate, I have no speech issues, no paralysis, no vision issues, no real cognitive issues, just balance and coordination issues mostly in my left leg and left arm. Also, just an FYI, I live in Eagle River, Alaska, just outside of Anchorage, another reply I had was not sure of my location, so thought I would add that. As I said previously, I have a great PT, and if I continue to work hard, but not TOO hard, I will continue to improve, albeit slower than the first 3 months. Thanks again for letting me vent, now I must practice my uke!