… Month – a time to bring attention to one of the most common neurological disorders that affects nearly 3.4 million people in the United States. While the challenges of … Therapy, dives deeper into the topic. The conversation below has been edited for brevity and clarity. Give us a brief background on epilepsy.  Epilepsy is a … while reducing risk of injury.   How did you get involved in epilepsy work?  I began my career working in a neurological rehab and inpatient rehabilitation …

… occupational therapy at the MGH Institute. Erler discussed Stroke Awareness Month that occurs each May. Q: Why is stroke awareness so important? Almost 800,000 people … the leading cause of serious long-term disability. Stroke awareness is crucial for several reasons, primarily because it significantly impacts early detection, … can result in more severe disability or even death. In my clinical practice, I’ve seen stroke survivors whose loved ones recognized they were having a stroke and …