Embarking on regular walks in nature can be a powerful ally in your recovery journey after a brain tumour diagnosis. Beyond the physical benefits, immersing yourself in natural surroundings offers neuroprotective advantages that can enhance your overall well-being. Neuroprotective Benefits of Walking in Nature Walking in natural environments can help alleviate many common side effectsContinue reading “The Benefits of Walking in Nature for Brain Tumour Recovery”
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Becky’s Story
Shortly after the birth of my son Zachary, I was diagnosed with a brain tumour called an Acoustic Neuroma. Also known as a Vestibular Schwannoma, this low grade, non-malignant tumour grows on the eighth cranial nerve, responsible for your hearing and balance. Symptoms can include hearing loss, tinnitus, balance problems, facial numbness, headaches, ear pain,Continue reading “Becky’s Story”
Living With a Brain Tumour: The Battle You Can’t Always See
When you hear the words “brain tumour,” what comes to mind? A dramatic hospital scene? A miraculous recovery? Maybe a sad story with a montage of soft piano music? For those of us living with or supporting someone with a brain tumour diagnosis, the reality is a little more… well, messy. And no one gaveContinue reading “Living With a Brain Tumour: The Battle You Can’t Always See”
Nick’s Story
“The strength of a team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.” ~ Phil Jackson This is what Nick discovered when tragedy hit, just months before he was due to summit North Africa’s highest peak… Here, he shares his experience: Toubkal? Doubtful now…. Friday 26th April 2024, I set offContinue reading “Nick’s Story”
Wendy’s Story
The words brain tumour were first mentioned to me at the age of 26. Sudden hearing loss in my right ear prompted a referral to ENT. After a hearing test the ENT consultant said the words, “I’m afraid I have bad news, you have complete hearing loss in the right ear, the hearing nerve isContinue reading “Wendy’s Story”
Israr’s Story…
“I had been struggling with back pain for a while which prompted me to pay for a private MRI which found my brain tumour. I’d try all kinds of professional services including a chiropractor, a physiotherapist and osteopath. I was always an active person, I regularly went to the gym and participated in classes butContinue reading “Israr’s Story…”
Amanda’s Story
Beyond Brian and Recovery Our individual brain tumour journeys are not only about our physical recovery, but also regaining our mental balance, wellbeing and self-confidence – as well as adjusting to our new normal daily. Here’s Amanda’s story… “In November 2017, when I was 50, I was diagnosed with a 25mm Acoustic Neuroma pressing onContinue reading “Amanda’s Story”
Sue’s Story
“In September 2021, I was diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma brain tumour after having a series of symptoms present themselves during COVID. Looking back, I can now see that my ‘companion’ was letting me know he was there, my balance was off, I was feeling more tired and dizzy. I didn’t put them together… blamedContinue reading “Sue’s Story”
Andrew’s Story
“I was 40 when I was diagnosed with my Acoustic Neuroma. It was 3.5cm in diameter. I had been experiencing quite a few symptoms for months; like most men, I ignored them for as long as I could. My hearing was slightly off on the right side. My doctors said there was nothing wrong. ThenContinue reading “Andrew’s Story”
Mark’s Story
“I was diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma brain tumour in September 2021, two days after my 48th birthday. It was 2.4cm in size and was pressing on my brain stem. My journey started a few years before. I first noticed a change in my hearing, when listening to sounds through my right ear became distorted.Continue reading “Mark’s Story”
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