What an exceptionally spirited and determined young man. I had a stroke at 43 and am currently 6 months into my recovery, trying to take inspiration from great people like Jan.
I had a stroke about 5 years ago at the age of 32 and suffered/suffer from Broca’s Aphasia. Just so you know, my speech continues to get better even today. I sounded EXACTLY like you. For my work I have to speak publically and nobody can tell I ever had an issue. Keep up the good work. Your great attitude will get you a long way toward your recovery. God Bless you.
+J Bone "For my work I have to speak publically and nobody can tell I ever had an issue." 20yo, (1year 2month) ! I never known. i have aphasia. I want it speak fluently! wow...... THANK YOU VERY MUCH, WOW THANK YOU!!!! god bless!!
J Bone my brothers doctor say that speech therapy doesn't work with aphasia that caused by stroke and all he needs is just time with some medicine that can improve brain functionality
Hi J. How are you doing after you stroke?Is your language any better now? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Hi Mohamed. Speech and language therapy works with people with aphasia. However. it needs a lot of practice and determination for people to get better. As, each person with aphasia is different though, there is no universal therapy. The speech and language therapist needs to work close with the person with aphasia, and to agree together areas for improvement. It takes time, but language can get better. There is plenty of research approving that as well. Vasiliki Kladouchou, Speech and Language Therapist
My sister had a similar stroke two years ago now, watching this young man is good to see the similarities in both of them, although my sister is 73 and gets very tired. Thank you.
I’m 6 months recovering from a ischemic stroke which affected my right arm and leg did not affect my speech or vision❤️What a great inspiration this young man is
I am so proud of people like you. I'm just a 19-year-old, but I've recently started Psychology at a university and we've read and seen a lot about people dealing with stroke/aphasia. To me it seems like the hardest thing, seems like being trapped in your own mind. You know what to say, you just have a hard time expressing it. I find people with aphasia very courageous for not giving up and making the best of life. I admire your spirit and I wish you the very best.
Don't lose hope brother. I'm going through one also right now. left side weakness but no speech impediments. already I can walk with a cane . Still undergoing rehab to regain my balance and left leg strength. hope you recover as fast as I'm doing. Praying for everyone who have the same condition as us. Justremember bro were survivors not victims. God bless and heal you. :)
My mother had a stroke Sep 4th 2018 she's 89 she's in rehab right now. Can't do nothing with her left arm emotions are someone gone speech is not that good.
Congratulations great work both of you. my wife had a similar stroke at 48 its been 4 years now. Its so hard we know! Stay happy thats the most important thing!!
I had a stroke in October 2005 in Sarasota, Florida. I was 38 years old. Incredible how similar you and I are. Eventually will be talking clearly and succinctly; and adjustments for rearranged your brain works!
Great story! I'm about to watch year 4. Jan's a real fighter.Never quits. I'm sure at times it so hard. I had a stroke this year, March 2015 and its been worrisome as folks tell me all your significant recovery is in 6 months but Jan keeps going for years. I don't have as bad a voice impairment as Jan, my left side (and some voice) is damaged. Hope to make improvements in motion as long as possible. You're quite an inspiration!
Thanks for your share, I have been compared to having a stroke but I was in an accident with a drunk driver, my right side ( leg and arm ) are paralized I have started gaining some movement but I also had a c1 c2 fused and could not be understood at all ,you bring out the best in me and make me feel there is hope in recovering, thank you two and God bless you guys.
Hi. just wanted to say how touched i am looking at jan. takes a lot of will courage. my dad allso had aphesis as a resault of ms. watching this, made me so excited and gratefull about getting into speech therapy school next year and maybe in the future, being able to take part of life changing experience of someone. all the best to jan!
Evelyn and Jan, ran into your video while trying to understand what my grandmother is going through. Wonderful to see the partnership between you two -- I have no doubt that makes all the difference in Jan's continuing recovery! Best wishes.
Thank you so much for posting this video, I wish Jan a fast recovery. I will definitely think of him in my prayers. I'm on my way to Germany to help out my brother in law, he had massive stroke on Feb, 2013. He has some progress with his motor skill, but not be able to form words yet. Except yes and no. May god bless you and good luck.
I feel so blessed - I had a stroke and a brain tumour was discovered. I did have some balance issues at first and months of being nauseous but do not have much trouble now. I have been left with the rear condition of 'Alexia without Agraphia' which means I cannot read but I can write. I wrote a book titled 'Thank God I Had a Stroke' to inspire others, but your video is such an inspiration, I am humbled. Thank you.
69 here stroke Feb this yr can walk but balance not great need cane to walk right hand can bend no strength fingers little movement slurd speach I think I’m doing ok these video r helping me
Hi Evelyn! Thank you for sharing those videos and raising awareness for aphasia! Ans well-done for being so supportive with Jan :) I hope Jan is progressing well! Vasiliki
Wow!! Video is awesum! Into my second month of recovery, right side weakness. My speech was not as affected, but my lips and tastebuds are. Video brought me to tears for i have no ins. so self rehab is what I am redused to. Also no family or friends in the state for support. It's TUFFFF!!!. Normally I watch these type of videos without coment, hearing your partner behind the camera just fucked me allll the way up. Stay strong!
I'm afraid that the brain damage is permanent so Jan won't get better but he will improve. I will post some more videos so you can see how much he's improved, he's improved tons since this video.
evelynlynch1 thank you for sharing this inspirational progress of Jan. My friends Mom has Aphasia too, my question is: did/does Jan use any handy ipad apps that you can recommend? Please? May you and Jan and your families be Blessed everyday. Leo
Hi We would like to use this video on a website, to support the work we are doing with strokes. I would like to request permission to use it. Is this possible? Thanks Anna
Hi Bless you guys I've been enjoying watching your videos. .hope your recovery is still going well. ..could you tell me what apps you used to help with your speech on which equipment ☺
My wife had a stroke three months ago. She lost all her speech. She can understand everything. Since her stroke she gets daily speech therapy. This has helped her to improve but she is plateauing it appears.. She can only repeat words or some sentences but she cannot recall anything or create her own sentence. I’m still concerned it will not come back. She is 43. Does anybody else have had a similar experience and regained speech?
Hi, I hope your husband does really well. Jan didn't make many sounds before he started therapy, he could only say -on and -an. I think it's really positive that your husband can make some extra sounds.
I have a question.. My father (age-63) got brain stork Dr suggest for immediately brain surgery and it has been 15 days passed now, he is senseless only eyes are open . Doctor are telling that patient will survive but just like vegetable. I just wanted to know that is there is no chance to recover.
A Reservoir Dogs fan! That scene on Jan's shirt is one of my favorites! Also, is that an Irish accent I hear? I'm learning about the brain right now in school, thanks for posting the video! I hope the recovery has been progressing better and better!
Any tips for finding a good speech therapist? My girlfriend had a stroke and we both have a lot of motivation to get to this point as we are in the early stages 👍🏻
Find someone who specializes in stroke and aphasia and make sure your girlfriend likes them and gets along. Also you really need to rope in friends and family as speech assistants. The speech therapist sets up the exercises etc but it is all about endless practice. It also makes your money go further if you’re based somewhere that requires you to pay.
@@evelynlynch1 thank you for your reply She is due out of rehabilitation in a month or so but they don’t practice speech as the NHS in England is stretched and they only have a certain amount of time for it each week, it’s terrible. We only get around 2-3 days a week for hourly visits and I feel bad practicing in those hours as it’s our quality time together I’ll be sure to take your advice, thanks again
Evelynlynch1 hello, please can you share which part of the brain had stroke and how much was it? My wife aged 27 has had left side stroke which has damaged almost 70-80% brain on left side. Just wondering if she would be as good in recovery as you are Many thanks
Hi Sagar. I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. Language is controlled by the left side of the brain. Thus, usually people with aphasia have left-side stroke. Does your wife have aphasia as well? The key for aphasia is to practise as much as you can! It is difficult, but there is improvement, especially for younger people who have still good neuroplasticity. I am currently doing my doctoral research. It looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If your wife has English as her first language,and lives in England, she can take part! I am happy to send you more information, if she is interested. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Hi, we made them on pieces of paper, six per page and drew (really basic) pictures. I actually still have them, I could scan and e-mail them if you wanted them.
Hi, it was initially very hard to understand, it's called global Aphasia, then it became difficult only to distinguish similar things and over time understand returned to 100%.
+Dessy Mari words like "entrepreneurial" will be very hard to comrehend for such case. Normally people encountering with such hard words articulate them on subthreshold level - it can be registered with electromyography. We hear something complicated, articulate it (deep inside) and only then get a sense of a word. Such aphasia damages articulation itself and comprehension respectively
My Mama suffered stroke at the age of 53. She suffered stroke 1 year ago and still can't speak. She can make sounds (na-na or la-la) but not words. Is is possible to speak/read again after a year? :( Thank you all!!
Same my mom just had a stroke she can walk with the cane but can't talk at all she is alert but can't talk I hope she makes a recovery her left side is messed up she can raise it
Hi Randall. How is you language two years after you last wrote? Was aphasia caused by stroke as well? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Hi! How are you doing after you stroke? Do you have aphasia as well? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
@@vasilikikladouchou6772 hi!!! Do you have any treatment recommendations after a stroke? My grandpa had one last friday, and we are looking for the best treatments for him.
My stroke happened at the age of 29, Look where I am now! Keep up the fight. Your video gives me chills because I went through so much of the same! (Good answer at 3:43 she tried to fool you...) instagram.com/strokerecovery
Hi Matt. Glad to hear that you are recovering well. Did the stroke caused aphasia as well? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Well done with your huge improvements in speech and walking. Active Hands make gripping aids to help people, like yourself, with hand weakness to get a firm grip on household items, such a wii controllers, gardening equipment, snooker cues and gym equipment. For more information see www.activehands.com.
What an exceptionally spirited and determined young man. I had a stroke at 43 and am currently 6 months into my recovery, trying to take inspiration from great people like Jan.
I had a stroke about 5 years ago at the age of 32 and suffered/suffer from Broca’s Aphasia. Just so you know, my speech continues to get better even today. I sounded EXACTLY like you. For my work I have to speak publically and nobody can tell I ever had an issue. Keep up the good work. Your great attitude will get you a long way toward your recovery. God Bless you.
+J Bone "For my work I have to speak publically and nobody can tell I ever had an issue."
20yo, (1year 2month) !
I never known. i have aphasia. I want it speak fluently!
wow...... THANK YOU VERY MUCH, WOW
THANK YOU!!!!
god bless!!
itz, you're very welcome. Keep working, it'll come. God bless my friend.
J Bone
my brothers doctor say that speech therapy doesn't work with aphasia that caused by stroke and all he needs is just time with some medicine that can improve brain functionality
Hi J. How are you doing after you stroke?Is your language any better now? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Hi Mohamed. Speech and language therapy works with people with aphasia. However. it needs a lot of practice and determination for people to get better. As, each person with aphasia is different though, there is no universal therapy. The speech and language therapist needs to work close with the person with aphasia, and to agree together areas for improvement. It takes time, but language can get better. There is plenty of research approving that as well. Vasiliki Kladouchou, Speech and Language Therapist
My sister had a similar stroke two years ago now, watching this young man is good to see the similarities in both of them, although my sister is 73 and gets very tired. Thank you.
I’m 6 months recovering from a ischemic stroke which affected my right arm and leg did not affect my speech or vision❤️What a great inspiration this young man is
I am so proud of people like you. I'm just a 19-year-old, but I've recently started Psychology at a university and we've read and seen a lot about people dealing with stroke/aphasia. To me it seems like the hardest thing, seems like being trapped in your own mind. You know what to say, you just have a hard time expressing it. I find people with aphasia very courageous for not giving up and making the best of life. I admire your spirit and I wish you the very best.
Don't lose hope brother. I'm going through one also right now. left side weakness but no speech impediments. already I can walk with a cane . Still undergoing rehab to regain my balance and left leg strength. hope you recover as fast as I'm doing. Praying for everyone who have the same condition as us. Justremember bro were survivors not victims. God bless and heal you. :)
tactac75, do you think you'll make a video of your recovery process? Good luck to you! I am so inspired by this video. Glad to read your comment. :)
My mother had a stroke Sep 4th 2018 she's 89 she's in rehab right now. Can't do nothing with her left arm emotions are someone gone speech is not that good.
Congratulations great work both of you. my wife had a similar stroke at 48 its been 4 years now. Its so hard we know! Stay happy thats the most important thing!!
I've had a stroke when I was 36, getting better now expect my right hands not opening.
Good Job!
I had a stroke in October 2005 in Sarasota, Florida. I was 38 years old. Incredible how similar you and I are. Eventually will be talking clearly and succinctly; and adjustments for rearranged your brain works!
Tremendous spirit and tremendous progress. I pray for your full recovery
Great story! I'm about to watch year 4. Jan's a real fighter.Never quits.
I'm sure at times it so hard. I had a stroke this year, March 2015 and its been worrisome as folks tell me all your significant recovery is in 6 months but Jan keeps going for years. I don't have as bad a voice impairment as Jan, my left side (and some voice) is damaged. Hope to make improvements in motion as long as possible. You're quite an inspiration!
Thanks for your share, I have been compared to having a stroke but I was in an accident with a drunk driver, my right side ( leg and arm ) are paralized I have started gaining some movement but I also had a c1 c2 fused and could not be understood at all ,you bring out the best in me and make me feel there is hope in recovering, thank you two and God bless you guys.
Hi. just wanted to say how touched i am looking at jan. takes a lot of will courage. my dad allso had aphesis as a resault of ms. watching this, made me so excited and gratefull about getting into speech therapy school next year and maybe in the future, being able to take part of life changing experience of someone. all the best to jan!
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Evelyn and Jan, ran into your video while trying to understand what my grandmother is going through. Wonderful to see the partnership between you two -- I have no doubt that makes all the difference in Jan's continuing recovery! Best wishes.
Amazing. Coming up on a neurology rotation in medical school and I found so much inspiration from your video. thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much for posting this video, I wish Jan a fast recovery. I will definitely think of him in my prayers. I'm on my way to Germany to help out my brother in law, he had massive stroke on Feb, 2013. He has some progress with his motor skill, but not be able to form words yet. Except yes and no. May god bless you and good luck.
I feel so blessed - I had a stroke and a brain tumour was discovered. I did have some balance issues at first and months of being nauseous but do not have much trouble now. I have been left with the rear condition of 'Alexia without Agraphia' which means I cannot read but I can write. I wrote a book titled 'Thank God I Had a Stroke' to inspire others, but your video is such an inspiration, I am humbled. Thank you.
Where can i find your book?
69 here stroke Feb this yr can walk but balance not great need cane to walk right hand can bend no strength fingers little movement slurd speach I think I’m doing ok these video r helping me
Hi Evelyn! Thank you for sharing those videos and raising awareness for aphasia! Ans well-done for being so supportive with Jan :) I hope Jan is progressing well! Vasiliki
lucky man he has loving and caring women , guess she his partner ... good luck both of you .
This gave me hope... thank you so much.
This is terrifying and I need to work better to lower my blood pressure
Wow!! Video is awesum! Into my second month of recovery, right side weakness. My speech was not as affected, but my lips and tastebuds are. Video brought me to tears for i have no ins. so self rehab is what I am redused to. Also no family or friends in the state for support. It's TUFFFF!!!. Normally I watch these type of videos without coment, hearing your partner behind the camera just fucked me allll the way up. Stay strong!
I must add...I misssss being luvd!!
Good luck with your recovery!
I'm afraid that the brain damage is permanent so Jan won't get better but he will improve. I will post some more videos so you can see how much he's improved, he's improved tons since this video.
evelynlynch1 hey would you mind sharing how much of brain damage was there from stroke please? My wife has left side damage as well
evelynlynch1 thank you for sharing this inspirational progress of Jan. My friends Mom has Aphasia too, my question is: did/does Jan use any handy ipad apps that you can recommend? Please? May you and Jan and your families be Blessed everyday. Leo
Hi
We would like to use this video on a website, to support the work we are doing with strokes. I would like to request permission to use it. Is this possible?
Thanks
Anna
Bravo! Keep up the great work!
using that arm, GREAT JOB !! Not give up.
Awesome, Thank you for sharing! You are a special woman, and he's a special man. Perfect match. ;)
Hi great to see your videos. How are you doing now .
Hi Bless you guys I've been enjoying watching your videos. .hope your recovery is still going well. ..could you tell me what apps you used to help with your speech on which equipment ☺
My wife had a stroke three months ago. She lost all her speech. She can understand everything. Since her stroke she gets daily speech therapy. This has helped her to improve but she is plateauing it appears.. She can only repeat words or some sentences but she cannot recall anything or create her own sentence. I’m still concerned it will not come back. She is 43. Does anybody else have had a similar experience and regained speech?
Wishing her a speedy recovery. It’s far too early and young to declare a plateau.
Hi, I hope your husband does really well. Jan didn't make many sounds before he started therapy, he could only say -on and -an. I think it's really positive that your husband can make some extra sounds.
will he get better ? this is really discomforting
Where can I get the material you used with Broca. The pictures and etc.?
I have a question.. My father (age-63) got brain stork Dr suggest for immediately brain surgery and it has been 15 days passed now, he is senseless only eyes are open . Doctor are telling that patient will survive but just like vegetable. I just wanted to know that is there is no chance to recover.
A Reservoir Dogs fan! That scene on Jan's shirt is one of my favorites!
Also, is that an Irish accent I hear?
I'm learning about the brain right now in school, thanks for posting the video! I hope the recovery has been progressing better and better!
Any tips for finding a good speech therapist?
My girlfriend had a stroke and we both have a lot of motivation to get to this point as we are in the early stages
👍🏻
Find someone who specializes in stroke and aphasia and make sure your girlfriend likes them and gets along. Also you really need to rope in friends and family as speech assistants. The speech therapist sets up the exercises etc but it is all about endless practice. It also makes your money go further if you’re based somewhere that requires you to pay.
@@evelynlynch1 thank you for your reply
She is due out of rehabilitation in a month or so but they don’t practice speech as the NHS in England is stretched and they only have a certain amount of time for it each week, it’s terrible.
We only get around 2-3 days a week for hourly visits and I feel bad practicing in those hours as it’s our quality time together
I’ll be sure to take your advice, thanks again
Thanks for the film! :)
Evelynlynch1 hello, please can you share which part of the brain had stroke and how much was it? My wife aged 27 has had left side stroke which has damaged almost 70-80% brain on left side. Just wondering if she would be as good in recovery as you are
Many thanks
Hi, how much time taken to recovery ur wife. Plz rly me
Hi Sagar. I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. Language is controlled by the left side of the brain. Thus, usually people with aphasia have left-side stroke. Does your wife have aphasia as well? The key for aphasia is to practise as much as you can! It is difficult, but there is improvement, especially for younger people who have still good neuroplasticity. I am currently doing my doctoral research. It looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If your wife has English as her first language,and lives in England, she can take part! I am happy to send you more information, if she is interested. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Hi right tempofrontal partaial paralysed sart a month memory loSS IS SEEN
It's good you have a good wife as a good support system.
Where is Jan now?
Hi, we made them on pieces of paper, six per page and drew (really basic) pictures. I actually still have them, I could scan and e-mail them if you wanted them.
God bless u sir
Hi Jan God bleesed. well done. i need help my brother same deaseas, could you get me rehabilitation center hospital adress plz
I have a question. Was it hard for him to understand as well as speak?
Usually Broca's aphasia is characterised by specific impairment in production - not so much comprehension. Hope this helps!
Thanks = )
Hi, it was initially very hard to understand, it's called global Aphasia, then it became difficult only to distinguish similar things and over time understand returned to 100%.
evelynlynch1 how long did it take to recover the understanding ? and what was the most effective way of treatment of the understanding part? thanks :)
+Dessy Mari words like "entrepreneurial" will be very hard to comrehend for such case. Normally people encountering with such hard words articulate them on subthreshold level - it can be registered with electromyography. We hear something complicated, articulate it (deep inside) and only then get a sense of a word. Such aphasia damages articulation itself and comprehension respectively
My Mama suffered stroke at the age of 53. She suffered stroke 1 year ago and still can't speak. She can make sounds (na-na or la-la) but not words.
Is is possible to speak/read again after a year? :(
Thank you all!!
Same my mom just had a stroke she can walk with the cane but can't talk at all she is alert but can't talk I hope she makes a recovery her left side is messed up she can raise it
Good Work! :)
Please suggest truth
LOVE!!
amazing! :)
I - Broca's Aphasia, Nov 12, 2010. Wheelchair.
Hi Randall. How is you language two years after you last wrote? Was aphasia caused by stroke as well? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
They certainly are Irish accents! Jan is half Irish and half Polish but is only relearning English right now. Best of luck with your study.
I was stroke in July 07, 2013. I was parallel right side of the body.
Hi! How are you doing after you stroke? Do you have aphasia as well? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
@@vasilikikladouchou6772 hi!!! Do you have any treatment recommendations after a stroke? My grandpa had one last friday, and we are looking for the best treatments for him.
That's sweet
Good
My stroke happened at the age of 29, Look where I am now! Keep up the fight. Your video gives me chills because I went through so much of the same! (Good answer at 3:43 she tried to fool you...)
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Hi Matt. Glad to hear that you are recovering well. Did the stroke caused aphasia as well? I am a speech and language therapist and PhD student, at City, University of London. My research looks how aphasia affects well-being in young people. If you are between 18-40 years old, have English as your first language, and you are in England, you can take part. I can send you more information, if you want. Please, let me know. Many Thanks, Vasiliki Kladouchou
Well done with your huge improvements in speech and walking. Active Hands make gripping aids to help people, like yourself, with hand weakness to get a firm grip on household items, such a wii controllers, gardening equipment, snooker cues and gym equipment. For more information see www.activehands.com.
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