Brain and cognitive rehab you can do every day
Honest, cited verdicts on therapies - plus plain-language guides, research, hands-on practice and quizzes, and calm games. Free, no login, at your own pace.
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Singing can sometimes carry words that ordinary speech can't - the idea behind melodic intonation therapy.
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Aphasia & communication
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All therapies →What the evidence really says about speech therapy, physiotherapy, aquatic therapy, acupuncture, magnetic and laser therapy, and more - with all the related guides, research, and practice gathered in one place.
- Well supportedSpeech & language therapy Strong evidence it improves communication after stroke. It is the core treatment for aphasia - and the amount and consistency of meaningful practice matter.
- Well supportedPhysiotherapy (physical therapy) Strong evidence it improves function, balance, and walking. No single 'named' method is best - what counts is task-specific practice and enough of it.
- Well supportedOccupational therapy Good evidence it improves independence in daily activities after stroke. Practical, goal-led, and focused on the tasks you actually want back.
- PromisingAquatic therapy (hydrotherapy) Encouraging for balance and mobility (especially in Parkinson's), and gentle on painful joints. Evidence is limited by small, varied studies - best as an add-on to land-based rehab.
- Mixed / low qualityAcupuncture Studies are mostly low quality and shrink when compared with sham needling. It appears safe and may ease some symptoms (e.g. spasticity) as a low-risk add-on - not a replacement for rehab.
- Depends on the typeMagnetic therapy Depends entirely on the type. Static magnets (bracelets, mats) have good evidence they do NOT work. rTMS - a clinical brain-stimulation treatment - has real evidence as an add-on for aphasia and motor recovery.
Understand the condition
All conditions →Hopeful, plain-language guides to stroke, aphasia, Parkinson's, dementia, brain injury and more - each gathering the guides, therapies, and practice that help, in one place.
- StrokeThe brain can reorganise and relearn - with the right rehab, many people keep improving for months and years.
- Traumatic brain injuryBrains heal and adapt - with rest, pacing, and the right rehab, most people make meaningful gains.
- Spinal cord injuryWith rehab, adaptive tools, and support, people with spinal cord injury lead active, independent lives.
- AphasiaAphasia affects language, not intelligence - and language can keep improving with practice and support.
- Parkinson's diseaseParkinson's is very manageable - exercise and therapy help people stay active and independent for years.
- DementiaPeople live meaningfully with dementia for years - the right support and environment make every day better.
- Multiple sclerosisWith modern treatment and rehab, most people with MS stay active and independent for the long term.
- EpilepsyFor most people epilepsy is well controlled - and knowing seizure first aid keeps everyone safe.
- Cerebral palsyWith early therapy and the right support, children with cerebral palsy grow, learn, and thrive on their own path.
Explore the brain
Plain-language guides to the brain's regions, how neurons work, what keeps it healthy, and how it responds to injury.
From the library
Browse the library →Plain-language guides and cited research - a fresh handful each visit.
- Research Epilepsy and thinking How epilepsy and its treatment can affect memory and attention, why it happens, and the evidence-aligned strategies that help people think and function well.
- Research Aerobic exercise and stroke recovery What research suggests about cardio-style exercise for fitness, mood, and function after stroke.
- Guide Managing frustration and low mood in recovery Emotional ups and downs are part of rehab. Practical strategies and when to reach out for help.
- Research Reminiscence therapy for dementia What the evidence says about using memories and prompts from the past to support communication, mood, and connection in dementia.
- Guide Supporting attention and focus in children Realistic expectations for young attention spans, and everyday ways to build focus.
- Research Telerehabilitation for aphasia Delivering speech therapy and practice remotely - convenient access, with evidence catching up.
- Guide What is aphasia? Aphasia explained simply: what it is, why it happens, the main types, and the hopeful news about recovery with practice.
- Research Does speech and language therapy help aphasia? The evidence that speech and language therapy improves communication after stroke - and why intensity and meaningful practice matter.
- Guide Staying socially connected Connection supports the brain and mood. Ideas to keep relationships strong through a health challenge.
Cheat sheet to screenshot
All cheat sheets →- Cheat sheet Dementia communication cheat sheet A one-page reference for connecting with someone living with dementia - calm do's and don'ts, a table of what helps, and a quick 'when they're upset' map. Open cheat sheet
- Cheat sheet Memory strategies cheat sheet A one-page toolkit of practical memory strategies for anyone - after a brain injury, with MS or epilepsy, or just to remember more day to day. Open cheat sheet
- Cheat sheet Speech therapy cheat sheet A one-page, at-a-glance reference for communicating with aphasia, dysarthria, or apraxia - quick do's and don'ts, a strategy table, and a word-finding map. Open cheat sheet
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Browse the library →Bite-size, interactive tools: a plain-English glossary, side-by-side comparisons, tap-through flowcharts, dos & don'ts, myth-busters, first aid, and a map of the conditions - a fresh few each visit.
- Plain-English meanings for the words you'll hear in rehab. OpenGlossary
- Quick do-this-not-that cards for everyday situations. OpenDos & Don'ts
- Calm, step-by-step first response for neuro emergencies. OpenFirst aid
- Development milestones by age and typical recovery timelines, on a tap-through timeline. OpenMilestones & timelines How skills grow and recovery unfolds
- Terms that get mixed up, compared point by point - with the key tells. OpenTell Them Apart Two look-alike terms, side by side
- Warning signs that mean it's time to call a clinician or emergency services. OpenRed flags When to get help
- How the main neuro conditions are grouped, explained simply. OpenClassification
- Tap-through decision guides for common "what do I do?" moments. OpenFlowcharts
- Common myths flipped to reveal what's actually true. OpenMyths vs Facts
Calm brain games
No-fail games that exercise attention, memory, language, and movement - in a separate full-screen player.