WCPO reported that a stroke in Cincinnati this past June left nursing student Josh Hamant in a medically induced coma for three days and severely weakened the left side of his body, including causing facial drooping. His recovery has included working to regain basic movements such as walking, according to WCPO.
Before the stroke, Hamant was deep into Cincinnati State’s nursing program and preparing for a career in intensive-care nursing, according to WCPO 9 Cincinnati. His recovery has unfolded alongside his effort to complete that education.
WCPO reported that the adjustment was difficult and that Hamant had to retrain his body to walk after losing so much control on one side. He has said he sees no option but to keep pushing forward, according to WCPO.
Relearning to Walk, One Rep at a Time
Central to that recovery has been the gym. Hamant trains at a Crunch Fitness location in Anderson Township with trainers Lisa Feldhaus and Dave Dickey as he works on strength and balance on his weakened side, as reported by WCPO. Dickey has emphasized the need to trust the rehabilitation process.
Cincinnati’s Stroke-Care Network
The Cincinnati region includes hospitals offering different levels of emergency stroke care. According to UC Health, UC Medical Center holds The Joint Commission’s highest level of stroke certification, while West Chester Hospital is certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. According to TriHealth, its regional stroke program includes six accredited emergency departments across the tri-state area. Patients who need advanced care are transferred to Bethesda North Hospital or Good Samaritan Hospital…