Rehabilitation After Traumatic Brain Injury

• Author : British Society of Rehabilitation Medicine. Working Party on Rehabilitation After Traumatic Brain Injury
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 03 June 1998

• Author : M. Anne Chamberlain,V. Neumann,A. Tennant
• Publisher : Springer
• Release : 11 December 2013

In 1986 the Trustees of the Nuffield Provincial Hospitals Trust decided to develop a major core programme of studies concerned with the organization, development and improvement of services for physically disabled and frail elderly people. This programme developed rapidly due to the enthusiastic response of those in the field; and by 1992 the total value of the programme was in excess of £2 million and currently totals over £3. 2 million. It comprised a cohesive matrix of grants commissioned throughout the United Kingdom for work

• Author : Mark J. Ashley
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 19 April 2016

Since the bestselling second edition was published almost a decade ago, the field of brain injury treatment has undergone tremendous change, largely impacting access to treatment. But, while the healthcare marketplace has evolved, the needs of brain injury victims remain the same. With updated and expanded clinical coverage, Traumatic Brain Injury: Rehabilitation, Treatment, and Case Management, Third Edition delineates a broad spectrum of advanced theoretical clinical constructs and detailed diagnostic and treatment interventions for traumatic brain injury. Details Specific Diagnostic

• Author : Andy Tyerman,Nigel S. King
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 26 January 2009

The psychological effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) provide a major challenge to rehabilitation services. This text will increase understanding of the nature of these effects and provide practical guidance from experienced practitioners about psychological interventions for use in both rehabilitation and long-term adjustment. Provides practical guidance and illustrative case examples from experienced practitioners. Structured around five main areas: overview of psychological effects and services; cognitive rehabilitation; managing emotional and behavioural problems; vocational rehabilitation; and family impact and interventions.

• Author : Jennie Ponsford,Sue Sloan,Pamela Snow
• Publisher : Psychology Press
• Release : 03 June 2023

Research into the rehabilitation of individuals following Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in the past 15 years has resulted in greater understanding of the condition. The second edition of this book provides an updated guide for health professionals working with individuals recovering from TBI. Its uniquely clinical focus provides both comprehensive background information, and practical strategies for dealing with common problems with thinking, memory, communication, behaviour and emotional adjustment in both adults and children. The book addresses a wide range of challenges,

• Author : Blessen C. Eapen,David X. Cifu
• Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
• Release : 24 January 2018

Covering the full spectrum of rehabilitation after traumatic brain injury, this practical reference by Drs. Blessen C. Eapen and David X. Cifu presents best practices and considerations for numerous patient populations and their unique needs. In an easy-to-read, concise format, it covers the key information you need to guide your treatment plans and help patients relearn critical life skills and regain their independence. Covers neuroimaging, neurosurgical and critical care management, management of associated complications after TBI, pharmacotherapy, pain management, sports

• Author : Inter-agency Advisory Group on Vocational Rehabilitation after Brain Injury (Great Britain)
• Publisher : Royal College of Physicians
• Release : 03 June 2023

These guidelines cover paitents returning to employment, education, training and vocational rehabilitation and assessment after brain injury.

• Author : Nada Andelic,Eirik Helseth,Cecilie Røe
• Publisher : Mdpi AG
• Release : 15 November 2022

There has been increased focus on evaluating the scientific knowledge base within the field of traumatic brain injury (TBI) rehabilitation. TBI rehabilitation comprises several phases, from acute medical care to post-acute care in rehabilitation facilities and chronic care in the community. Rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary effort that covers the full spectrum of medical neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, pharmacology, brain imaging, and assistive and smart technology. A future challenge is to integrate these areas to guide TBI rehabilitation into extensive research and

• Author : Marcela Lippert-Grüner
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 03 June 2023

• Author : Jennie Ponsford,Sue Sloan,Pamela Snow
• Publisher : Psychology Press
• Release : 12 October 2012

Research into the rehabilitation of individuals following Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in the past 15 years has resulted in greater understanding of the condition. The second edition of this book provides an updated guide for health professionals working with individuals recovering from TBI. Its uniquely clinical focus provides both comprehensive background information, and practical strategies for dealing with common problems with thinking, memory, communication, behaviour and emotional adjustment in both adults and children. The book addresses a wide range of challenges,

• Author : Mark J. Ashley,David A. Hovda
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 28 July 2017

The fourth edition of this text constitutes a continuation of 20 years of coverage of traumatic brain injury, and broadens the discussion of acquired brain injury. Within TBI, the paradigm shift from an injury occurring at a point in time to a disease entity of a chronic nature is changing the discussion of diagnosis, management, treatment and outcome assessment. Disease specification that differentiates TBIs by the mechanism of injury, the exact nature of the injury, the extent of injury, presence of

• Author : Randall M. Chesnutt
• Publisher : DIANE Publishing
• Release : 03 June 1999

This report examines the evidence for effectiveness of rehabilitation methods at various phases in the course of recovery from traumatic brain injury in adults. Specifically, it addresses five questions about the effectiveness of: (1) early rehabilitation in the acute care setting, (2) intensity of acute inpatient rehabilitation, (3) cognitive rehabilitation, (4) supported employment, & (5) care coordination (case management). Abstracts of eligible articles were chosen through broad inclusion criteria. Also includes references; list of abbreviations; evidence tables; & extensive appendices. 12 charts & tables.

• Author : Jean Elbaum,Deborah Benson
• Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
• Release : 08 August 2007

This book details how medical and clinical teams that are comprehensive and interdisciplinary are able to effectively address the multiple difficulties that can result from an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). Coverage describes the medical specialists that are integral members of a team and their specialized roles in assessment and treatment. It reviews some of the vital specialty areas that are often overlooked. The book also examines key discipline areas, such as occupational and speech/language therapies, and describes the main

• Author : Mark J. Ashley
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 29 December 2003

Traumatic Brain Injury: Rehabilitative Treatment and Case Management, Second Edition provides therapists, case managers and physicians with information about the longer-term issues faced by this population. Originally titled Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation, this new edition updates the clinical information and broadens the scope of the best-s

• Author : Mitchell Rosenthal
• Publisher : Davis Publications
• Release : 03 June 1990

Revised edition of Rehabilitation of the head injured adult (1983). A resource for clinicians and students in health care and related professions. New to this edition is a pediatric section, and chapters on therapeutic recreation and medico-legal aspects. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR