Stroke Publications and Advances in Recovery
SPARC Journal Club
Stroke Publications and Advances in Recovery (SPARC) is a collaborative platform within the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases focused on stroke recovery and rehabilitation research.
SPARC brings together clinicians, therapists, researchers, trainees, and collaborators to discuss emerging publications, exchange perspectives, and explore evolving strategies in stroke rehabilitation and recovery.
To learn more or receive future invites, please email Assol Kavtorina .
Upcoming Lecture
Join the Next SPARC Discussion
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM CDT
Structural Reserve and Motor Recovery After Stroke
Presenter: Lukas J. Volz, MD, PhD, Department of Neurology, University of Cologne, Germany.
CEU Credits: Available for physical therapists. A survey link for physical therapists will be provided.
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Past SPARC Journal Club Sessions
View previous SPARC discussions featuring invited speakers, recent publications, and research focused on stroke rehabilitation, recovery outcomes, and clinical innovation.
March 11, 2026
Aphasia Rehabilitation Outcomes
Speaker: Dr. Jenna Griffin-Musick, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor, School of Speech, Language, Hearing, and Occupational Sciences at the University of Montana.
This session featured Dr. Jenna Griffin-Musick discussing her recent study comparing intensive and usual care models in aphasia rehabilitation, with a focus on patient outcomes and treatment effectiveness.
View Publication on PubMedFebruary 11, 2026
Walking Recovery Outcomes in Stroke Rehabilitation
Speaker: Dr. Sue Peters, PhD, Assistant Professor, School of Physical Therapy at Western University, Canada.
This session featured Dr. Sue Peters discussing her recent study evaluating the Walk ’n Watch structured, progressive exercise protocol for inpatient stroke rehabilitation, with a focus on walking recovery, mobility, and patient outcomes across multiple clinical sites.
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