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Neurorehab Resources and Insights: Discoveries that enhance recovery in the clinic and beyond

Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely 10 Episodes Oct 7, 2026

This podcast explores how to maximize recovery, maintain function, and improve quality of life after nervous system injury or neurodegenerative disease. It highlights the latest neurorehabilitation research and how new discoveries can shape clinical care. Episodes cover rehabilitation technology, interdisciplinary approaches to recovery, and evidence-based tips and resources for living well with a neurological condition. It is intended for patients, clinicians, caregivers, and rehabilitation professionals, with a focus on conditions such as stroke, ALS, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. Hosted by Jyutika Mehta, PhD, and Marie McNeely, PhD, it is presented by the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center at Texas Woman’s University in partnership with Unfold Productions.

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The Role of Neuroplasticity in Neurorehabilitation and Neural Recovery with Dr. John Krakauer and Dr. Randy Nudo - Part 2 Oct 7, 2026 28:45 Neuroplasticity is important for neurorehabilitation and neural recovery after stroke and a wide range of other neurological conditions and injuries. Our understanding of neuroplasticity has advanced over the years, but questions remain about how it can be best leverage to optimize treatments. This is the second episode of a two-episode interview between hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNee

The Role of Neuroplasticity in Neurorehabilitation and Neural Recovery with Dr. John Krakauer and Dr. Randy Nudo - Part 1 Sep 2, 2026 30:03 The brain has an amazing ability to adapt in response to changes and challenges, including damage to the nervous system. When someone has a stroke or another neurological condition, neuroplasticity can help shape repair and recovery. This is the first episode of a two-episode interview between hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely and our guests Dr. John Krakauer and Dr. Randolph (Randy) N

Mechanical and Electrical Stimulation to Support Motor Recovery with Dr. Evan Sandler Aug 5, 2026 34:16 Physical therapy plays an important role in neurorehabilitation and motor recovery after conditions like stroke or spinal cord injury. Movement-based interventions, potentially combined with neuromodulation approaches, such as mechanical or electrical stimulation, may enhance motor recovery and improve outcomes. In this episode, hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely are joined by Dr. Evan

Fueling Recovery Through Diet and Nutrition with Dr. Kathleen Davis and Regina Mosby Jul 1, 2026 34:53 Diet and nutrition are foundational for health, but maintaining a healthy diet can be difficult, particularly after a brain injury or diagnosis with a neurological condition. This episode focuses on the value of incorporating nutritional counseling into comprehensive neurorehabilitation care, tips on how to build skills and habits to support healthy eating, and how to effectively translate evidenc

Improve Your Thinking and Memory Through Cognitive Rehabilitation with Dr. Nancy Chiaravalloti Jun 3, 2026 23:13 Rehabilitation can take many forms to promote health and address the myriad of symptoms people may experience after a brain injury or the onset of a neurological condition. In this episode, we discuss how cognitive rehabilitation can improve memory and thinking in people with stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, and other conditions. Our hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeel

Independent Living and Participation After Brain Injury with Dr. Shannon Juengst and Maribel Trevizo May 6, 2026 37:47 After surviving a brain injury, many individuals are eager to get back to taking care of themselves and doing the activities they enjoy. However, behavioral, cognitive, and emotional changes after brain injury may impact a person’s independence, participation, and quality of life. Hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely welcome two guests in this episode to discuss relevant research updates

Increasing Physical Activity and Exercise in Your Daily Life with Dean Catrine Tudor-Locke Apr 1, 2026 23:45 Exercising and being physically active can provide a wide range of benefits, but it can be challenging to return to an active life or increase your physical activity after a stroke or diagnosis with another neurological condition. This episode includes information on how exercise can help with neurorecovery, research updates on physical activity assessment, tips that can help clinicians, patients,

Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Neurorehabilitation with Dr. Teresa Jacobson Kimberley and Dr. Steve Wolf Mar 4, 2026 37:51 Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is an FDA-approved, targeted therapy that, when paired with physical therapy, can help stroke survivors improve function in their affected arm and hand. In this episode, hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely speak with Dr. Teresa Jacobson Kimberley and Dr. Steve Wolf about their research using vagus nerve stimulation to enhance motor recovery after stroke, inc

Finding Your Voice Again Through Speech Therapy with Dr. Swathi Kiran and Patrick Prock Feb 4, 2026 32:34 Stroke and other neurological conditions can have profound impacts on a person's ability to communicate, and speech therapy delivers evidence-based treatment to help people regain their ability to connect with friends, family, and their community. In this episode, we discuss who could benefit from speech therapy, the process of language recovery after stroke, areas of ongoing research, exciting ne

Neurorecovery Across the Lifespan with Dr. Jason Carmel and Dr. Steve Zeiler Jan 7, 2026 32:00 A brain injury or a diagnosis with a neurological condition can happen at any point in a person’s life, and neurorehabilitation can play an important role in improving function and quality of life. This episode examines what we know about neurorecovery in pediatric and adult populations, as well as exciting new frontiers in neurorehabilitation research focused on enhancing neurorecovery. Hosts, D

Welcome to Neurorehab Resources and Insights with Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely Dec 27, 2025 06:08 In this introductory episode, hosts Dr. Jyutika Mehta and Dr. Marie McNeely explain why this podcast was created, provide details about the field of neurorehabilitation, and share what listeners can expect. Dr. Jyutika Mehta is a speech-language pathologist, researcher, and Director of the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center at Texas Woman’s University Dallas. Dr. Marie McNeely is a neuroscientist and C

Neurorehab Resources and Insights: Discoveries that enhance recovery in the clinic and beyond

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