Caring for stroke survivors at home can be challenging. Dr. Kenneth Monaghan, PhD, is a renowned expert in stroke rehabilitation with over 32 years of clinical, academic, and research experience in Ireland. As a lecturer in health science and director of the Neuroplasticity Research Group at Atlantic Technological University, he is at the forefront of developing innovative physical rehabilitation solutions that can be implemented in a patient’s own home. He joins us on this episode to discuss his book, Lights, Mirror, Action. You can access his book here.
Kenneth’s mission is to empower stroke survivors to achieve the best possible recovery by optimizing their home environment for physical rehabilitation. With his expertise in digital health Technology, remote rehabilitation systems, and neurology rehabilitation, he is revolutionizing the way stroke patients receive care and support after leaving the hospital.
A registered chartered physiotherapist specializing in musculoskeletal injuries, Kenneth holds a master’s degree in sports medicine from University College Dublin. He has an impressive track record of securing over $2 million in research funding, publishing 30 journal papers, presenting at 50 international conferences, and delivering invited talks worldwide. His groundbreaking work has been featured on radio programs and in national newspapers in Ireland. Kenneth is also the lead inventor of two successful UK/international patents for innovative rehabilitation devices. He serves on the board of directors for the Neurology Support Centre charity and is a former editor and current editorial board member of Physiotherapy Practice and Research international journal.
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