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March 28, 2024 45 mins

Host Polly Swingle is joined by Mark Pedziwiatr MS, OTR/L, ATP, to talk about Vivistim. Vivistim is a paired vagus nerve stimulation therapy that enhances the effects of neuroplasticity. Vivistim is FDA approved for chronic ischemic stroke survivors with ongoing upper limb deficits. Listen in to learn about the supporting research on this technology, who is an appropriate candidate, and how it works. You can also visit vivistim.com to learn more.

Mark Pedziwiatr MS, OTR/L, ATP, is a Therapy Development Specialist at MicroTransponder and works to help educate and train healthcare providers about Vivistim and the benefits it can bring to chronic stroke survivors living with an upper extremity impairment. As an occupational therapist, Mark has worked in the acute care setting, inpatient rehab, and outpatient rehab - working with stroke survivors across the continuum of care.

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