03/04/2026
At 75, Mary Lopez's life changed in an instant.
A sudden stroke left her with right-sided weakness, facial droop, and speech difficulties. But with swift medical care and incredible determination, she began making progress almost immediately.
Despite challenges with mobility, swallowing, and blood pressure management, Mary showed remarkable resilience. Within days, she advanced to a soft diet, fully engaged in therapy, and built the strength and endurance to participate in three hours of rehab each day — a powerful step toward recovery.
At Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital, Mary was also able to take advantage of one of the latest rehabilitation technologies — the LifeGlov — giving her an added boost in regaining strength and function in her affected hand and enhancing her therapy journey.
Before her stroke, Mary was fully independent. That’s her goal again. And with strong family support and an unwavering mindset, she is well on her way to returning home safely and rebuilding her independence.
Mary’s journey is a beautiful reminder of the courage it takes to recover — and the transformative power of rehabilitation. 💙