Tina’s Story

Site created on May 10, 2019

We created this site to give everyone updates on Tina’s progress as we work towards full recovery from her completely unexpected stroke on May 9, 2019. We appreciate your prayers, love, support and words of hope and encouragement. Thank you

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Journal entry by Brad Wittman

Thank you for your prayers, love and encouragement that helped me finish strong in my second week of intense therapy at Revive Treatment Center in Denver. I had an inner strength that could only come from God as I focused and mediated daily on Joshua 1:9 to 'Be strong and courageous...'

I was eager to arrive early every day (see pic) and there was noticeable improvement in my energy level, brain fog and nerve pain which made me feel hopeful for continued recovery. This was definitely the jumpstart I needed and the various treatments and therapies will have a lasting impact well beyond the two weeks.

It shouldn't come as a surprise that I became close with other patients and my team of doctors and staff (see pic) and I miss them already. They were very knowledgable, caring and encouraging the entire time and I appreciate everything they have done and will continue to do on this journey. I learned so much more from them in 2 weeks than I have in the last 2 years about how the brain works and how to heal from this injury. Everything they do is about creating new neuro pathways and helping me move forward. The program includes a 90-day customized at-home plan for continued improvement with regular scheduled phone calls, video calls, and email support in addition to a customized nutrition plan and supplements. The doctor is also going to work directly with my PT to focus on specific therapies and exercises to continue the progress.

The last day was mostly focused on the same diagnostic testing and evaluation that I did on day one. There was noticeable improvement with my eyes tracking objects and I have better weight distribution and balance on my left side. They also were able to help with movement in my left wrist and ankle by the daily electrical stimulation therapy. I'm encouraged by the progress even though I have more recovery ahead.

Thank you for your encouragement and prayers as I continue on this journey. With school starting soon I'm looking for workout partners and others to help and join me along the way. Love, Tina

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