Richard C. Senelick, M.D.
- Neurologist
- San Antonio, Texas
Latest posts
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Things to never say to someone after a life-changing injury or illness
“Life is difficult, just look at the faces of the people who have tried it.” —Anonymous We have all been there. You find yourself in…
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Why it is important to get “real” rehabilitation
I am frequently asked, “Is there a difference in the types of rehabilitation that you receive?” The answer is a resounding, “Yes.” Think of it…
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Why COVID-19 patients need inpatient rehabilitation
There are certain facts that everyone knows. We are in a terrible COVID-19 pandemic. Hundreds of thousands of people have fallen ill, tens of thousands…
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Do you ask this important question?
We ask patients and families a great many questions, but sometimes we forget to ask one of the most important questions. After someone has had…
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How soon should you start rehabilitation?
You or your loved one just had a stroke and you want to know how soon you should start rehabilitation. Is it possible you could…
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A little resilience goes a long way
“Resilient people are like bamboo in a hurricane—they bend rather than break. Or, even if they feel like they’re broken for a time, there’s still…
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Easing anxiety with a gratitude journal
It can be difficult to stay positive during uncertain times such as these. Our routines have been disrupted with schools, restaurants and local businesses closing…
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The different classifications of traumatic brain injury
What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury is defined by the Brain Injury Association of America as an alteration in brain function…
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What are the different types of stroke?
All strokes are not the same, although some are more common than others. The good news—it is not difficult to understand the differences. The supreme…
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The brain and heart connection
We don’t always think of the brain and heart being intimately connected, but they are. When we talk about a heart attack we need to…