Supporting Hand Rehabilitation and Making Life Impact – Real Stories from Madglove Users



Glove user with the glove on, happy to see that it helps with hand rehabilitation

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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is an important part of preventing stroke. Here are some steps you can take to promote good health and reduce your risk of stroke:

  1. Eat a healthy diet: A diet that is high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats can help lower your risk of stroke. Aim to limit your intake of saturated and trans fats, salt, and added sugars. Also, make sure to drink plenty of water and avoid excessive alcohol consumption.
  2. Get regular exercise: Regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of stroke by improving your cardiovascular health, lowering your blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy weight. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise each week.
  3. Manage your weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of stroke, so it’s important to maintain a healthy weight. If you need to lose weight, focus on making small, sustainable changes to your diet and exercise habits over time.
  4. Don’t smoke: Smoking is a major risk factor for stroke and other health problems, so if you currently smoke, it’s important to quit. Talk to your doctor or a smoking cessation specialist about the best ways to quit smoking.
  5. Manage stress: Chronic stress can contribute to the development of stroke and other health problems. To manage stress, try relaxation techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, or yoga.
  6. Get enough sleep: Chronic sleep deprivation can contribute to stroke risk, so it’s important to prioritize getting enough sleep each night. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night, and establish a consistent sleep schedule.
  7. Know your family history: Some genetic factors can increase your risk of stroke. Talk to your family members about any history of stroke or other cardiovascular diseases, and let your doctor know if you have any family history of these conditions.
  8. Monitor your blood pressure: High blood pressure is a major risk factor for stroke, so it’s important to monitor your blood pressure regularly and work with your doctor to keep it within a healthy range. This may involve lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, as well as medication.
  9. Manage your diabetes: People with diabetes are at an increased risk of stroke, so it’s important to manage your blood sugar levels and follow your doctor’s recommendations for diet, exercise, and medication.
  10. Limit alcohol consumption: Excessive alcohol consumption can increase your risk of stroke, so it’s important to limit your intake. For women, this means no more than one drink per day, and for men, no more than two drinks per day.
  11. Seek treatment for sleep apnea: Sleep apnea, a condition in which a person stops breathing briefly during sleep, has been linked to an increased risk of stroke. If you have symptoms of sleep apnea, such as loud snoring or daytime sleepiness, talk to your doctor about getting tested and treated.
  12. Wear sunscreen: Exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays can increase your risk of skin cancer, but it can also increase your risk of stroke. To protect your skin and reduce your stroke risk, wear sunscreen with at least SPF 30 whenever you are outside.
  13. Manage your mental health: Chronic stress, anxiety, and depression can increase your risk of stroke, so it’s important to take care of your mental health. This may involve seeking treatment from a mental health professional, practicing stress management techniques such as mindfulness or relaxation exercises, or engaging in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment.
  14. Stay connected: Social isolation and loneliness can increase your risk of stroke, so it’s important to stay connected with friends and family. This may involve joining social groups or clubs, volunteering, or simply making time for regular social activities.
  15. Smile and be happy. It is all what matters.

By following these steps, you can help reduce your risk of stroke and promote good overall health. It’s important to talk to your doctor about any concerns you may have about your stroke risk and to get regular check-ups to monitor your health.

The Journey to Independence – A New Path of Hand Rehabilitation

Why a hand rehabilitation tool, you might ask? It is estimated that one in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime, with the likelihood of occurrence only rising. The consequences of a stroke often affect hand mobility, reducing the ability to perform even the simplest daily tasks and consequently decreasing independence that is crucial for everyday life.

Despite the increasing prevalence of strokes, the rehabilitation process and its efficiency remain stagnant. Taking this into account, our CEO Madalina, along with co-founders Cara, Tobi, David, and Sitah, decided to dedicate their knowledge and previous scientific experience to create Madglove—a simple, easy-to-use rehabilitation glove that empowers patients to actively participate in their own rehabilitation journey.

 Independence has always been a key motivation for us. Our goal was to create a tool that is simple and easy to use on its own, without any external help, fostering independence while supporting and improving hand mobility through seamless integration into daily life. Our rehabilitation glove helps users regain the ability to perform daily tasks without needing extra support from loved ones or caretakers, allowing them to bring back life fulfillment by returning to their passions and hobbies.



Glove user playing the guitar with disabled hand with a glove on.

Enhancing Life Quality, Transforming Daily Lives, and Taking Charge of Your Own Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is not just about supporting hand mobility; it’s about transforming the quality of life. It’s about people and the impact we can make through our work. This focus has always been, and will continue to be, our driving force at Madglove.

 

The stories of our glove testers encourage us every day. Seeing the changes and improvements in their quality of life, alongside the usual consequences of rehabilitation, and witnessing the true, valuable reactions of our users are irreplaceable experiences. For instance, enabling one of our testers to return to his passion—playing guitar—was such an honor for us. You can witness his journey yourself in this video. See our glove in action 

One heartwarming testimonial we received after a testing session exemplifies the impact we strive for: “At Madglove, I felt welcomed, I felt free, and I felt good. While wearing the glove, I could pick up things which I couldn’t do for the last 12/13 years. It works! I thought it couldn’t be true, but it is! I am happy! The glove can support me. I think the glove can increase my quality of life.” She even mentioned that after the session, she almost cried because of the experience. You can listen to the full testimonial here!

These stories lie at the core of Madglove—people, their lives, and their stories. There is no better feeling for us, the Madglove team, than hearing such encouraging words and knowing we can actually impact individuals’ lives and help them in their journey toward independence and a fulfilling life.

However, the work we do would not be possible without our incredible community and partners, to whom we are immensely grateful. Together, we can create change and strive every day towards our mission: to make disability just another aspect of diversity and support daily independence for a better, more joyful life.

 

At Madglove,, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities through innovative rehabilitation solutions. Our core values—empowerment, independence, and quality of life—drive us to co-create with our users and prioritize their needs. The stories of our users inspire us daily and affirm the impact of our work.

We are grateful for the support of our community as we continue our mission to redefine disability and promote independence. By embracing diversity and focusing on the individual, we strive to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to live a fulfilled and joyful life.

Madglove is more than just a rehabilitation tool; it is a beacon of hope and empowerment. Our journey is driven by the belief that every individual deserves the chance to improve their daily independence and enjoy a high quality of life. Join us in our mission to make a lasting impact and transform lives, one glove at a time.

 

Our team members with glove tester

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