Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab

Episode 10: A New Approach to Stroke Rehab with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTRL

June 01, 2022 The Recovery Project Season 1 Episode 10
Episode 10: A New Approach to Stroke Rehab with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTRL
Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab
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Evidence To Excellence: News In Neuroplasticity and Rehab
Episode 10: A New Approach to Stroke Rehab with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTRL
Jun 01, 2022 Season 1 Episode 10
The Recovery Project

Join host Polly Swingle as she talks with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTR about the latest evidence in stroke rehab and the development of a high intensity stroke program at The Recovery Project. 

Learn the practical applications of the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines for stroke rehabilitation, optimizing neuroplasticity, task specific training, and the benefits of a comprehensive individualized program. 

Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT, CSRS is a Lead Physical Therapist and the Site Coordinator of Clinical Education at The Recovery Project.  She has specialized in the treatment of neurological diseases and disorders since 2017 with special interest in Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, and Vestibular disorders.  She is a Certified Stroke Rehab Specialist and heads the medical programming group for stroke at The Recovery Project. Kayla also has certifications in PWR! and Rock Steady Boxing for the management of Parkinson’s Disease. She is a guest lecturer in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Macomb Community College and frequently presents on topics involving physical therapy management of neurological diseases and disorders across the continuum of care.

Christopher Plague, MS, OTRL is an Occupational Therapist at The Recovery Project. He specializes in the treatment of neurological conditions and has a specific passion for stroke and spinal cord injuries. Chris has certification in Upper Extremity Motor Rehabilitation. He is also a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer through ACSM. Chris is the lead OT for the Concentrated Stroke Rehab program at The Recovery Project. He has spent time in volunteer roles for adaptive sports and recreation programs through Michigan State University, community colleges in Southern California, Special Olympics of Michigan, and others. 

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Show Notes

Join host Polly Swingle as she talks with Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT and Chris Plague, MS, OTR about the latest evidence in stroke rehab and the development of a high intensity stroke program at The Recovery Project. 

Learn the practical applications of the APTA's Clinical Practice Guidelines for stroke rehabilitation, optimizing neuroplasticity, task specific training, and the benefits of a comprehensive individualized program. 

Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT, CSRS is a Lead Physical Therapist and the Site Coordinator of Clinical Education at The Recovery Project.  She has specialized in the treatment of neurological diseases and disorders since 2017 with special interest in Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, and Vestibular disorders.  She is a Certified Stroke Rehab Specialist and heads the medical programming group for stroke at The Recovery Project. Kayla also has certifications in PWR! and Rock Steady Boxing for the management of Parkinson’s Disease. She is a guest lecturer in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Macomb Community College and frequently presents on topics involving physical therapy management of neurological diseases and disorders across the continuum of care.

Christopher Plague, MS, OTRL is an Occupational Therapist at The Recovery Project. He specializes in the treatment of neurological conditions and has a specific passion for stroke and spinal cord injuries. Chris has certification in Upper Extremity Motor Rehabilitation. He is also a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer through ACSM. Chris is the lead OT for the Concentrated Stroke Rehab program at The Recovery Project. He has spent time in volunteer roles for adaptive sports and recreation programs through Michigan State University, community colleges in Southern California, Special Olympics of Michigan, and others. 

Learn more about The Recovery Project!


Thanks for listening!