​Seventeen years ago, Ralph Preston experienced a life-altering stroke during his regular stationary bike workout. Determined to defy medical expectations, he embarked on a rigorous recovery journey, initiating physical therapy immediately after returning home. Confronted with limited rehabilitation resources and recognizing that many stroke survivors lacked adequate support, Ralph founded Stroke Buddies to bridge this gap. Utilizing his expertise in video production, he created over 400 stroke-related YouTube videos, offering accessible exercises and guidance using common household items. His efforts have cultivated a supportive community, empowering fellow survivors with education and hope.​

Ralph's inspiring story was recently featured in an interview where he was honored with the Carolina Champion Award. We encourage you to watch this interview to learn more about his journey and the impactful work he's doing for the stroke survivor community.

In this powerful episode, we dive into the remarkable recovery journey of Ralph Preston, a stroke survivor who transformed his experience into a mission of support, education, and empowerment. After surviving a right-side hemorrhagic stroke, Ralph dedicated himself to intense therapy and is now helping others do the same through his growing community, Stroke Buddies.

In this inspiring episode, the Know Stroke Podcast sits down with Ralph Preston, founder of Stroke Buddies, to explore how one man’s stroke became the spark for a global support movement. After surviving a right-side hemorrhagic stroke, Ralph turned the camera on himself—literally—using over 40 years of video production experience to create high-quality recovery content for stroke survivors around the world.

Tune in to hear how Ralph built a thriving online community of over 8,000 survivors and caregivers, launched a survivor-led support network, and is now on a mission to transform stroke recovery into a more connected, compassionate, and empowering journey for all.