How Kids Heal After Stroke with Arpita Lakhotia, M.D.

How Kids Heal After Stroke with Arpita Lakhotia, M.D.

March 9, 2026 · 25 min · Episode 40

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Dr. Arpita Lakhotia discusses the unique recovery journey for children after a stroke, offering insights and strategies for families.

Title: How Kids Heal After Stroke with Arpita Lakhotia, M.D. Join us for a conversation with pediatric neurologist Arpita Lakhotia, M.D., director of the Norton Children's Stroke Clinic. Dr. Lakhotia unpacks what life after a pediatric stroke really looks like. She breaks down the recovery journey for children who've experienced stroke, exploring how early recognition, rapid response and a tailored multidisciplinary plan can make all the difference in a child's long-term outcome. You'll hear real-world strategies to help maximize progress through therapy, including physical, occupational and speech support, and how resilience and neuroplasticity work together to unlock healing in young brains. Children's stroke recovery is unique and deeply personal, and Dr. Lakhotia offers clear, compassionate guidance for families navigating each step of that journey. Whether you're a caregiver seeking practical tools for home support, a survivor's family member adjusting to post-stroke life or someone wanting to understand how pediatric stroke care really works, this conversation delivers hope, expertise and actionable insights. From building strength and confidence in daily routines to…

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