Balance and Brain Function

I'm recommending a link as backup evidence of what I saw with my own husband's recovery after his TBI. As Hugh worked on his balance and strength training, his cognitive abilities soared. In my opinion, and apart from any science, I saw the greatest improvements in him when he began cycling and surfing again, two sports that require high levels of balance. The particular study I am posting was performed on elderly people in their upper 80's, which gives me great hope that ALL of us can improve our physical and cognitive abilities throughout our lives by improving our strength and balance. And, so what if it doesn't work...we will become stronger anyway, and it can't hurt to try this!

Deciding what particular routine should be done to achieve these results should be determined by each individual with their doctor. Best of luck. Keep striving! Here's the link:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18007119

Spring

Spring reminds us that no matter how long and hard the winter, new growth emerges.

In Virginia, our winter has been unseasonably mild and sunny, but it's still a thrill to see the Bradford Pears and Crabapple trees budding, and to be surprised by bright yellow patches of daffodils. Our attraction to and appreciation of flowers is a universal gift. Flowers make us breathe deep, they make us smile.

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. The new campaign, "Anytime, Anywhere, Anyone" is in full swing.

Caregivers of loved ones with newly acquired brain injuries will be far too busy and preoccupied to stop and smell the flowers. Life stops for them for a long period of time, as they adjust to a new rhythm and reality.

Let's be caregivers of caregivers! Give a flower to a caregiver you love this month, and watch the smiles bloom.