Holistic Neurorehabilitation

Holistic Neurorehabilitation
Author: Pamela S. Klonoff
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 491
Release: 2024-01-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1462553575

"This handbook is meant to guide you through post-acute holistic rehabilitation for patients with acquired brain injuries. Holistic milieu neurorehabilitation is defined as an interactive approach to treat the "whole person" using multimodal, individual and group therapies in the fields of neuropsychology/rehabilitation psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreational therapy, vocational counseling, nutrition, social work, and psychiatry. The patient and support network actively collaborate with the treatment team to ascertain and attain functional goals in the home and community, including productive school and work. Cognitive, language, communication, emotional, functional, interpersonal, spiritual, and quality of life aspects are addressed using restorative and compensatory interdisciplinary approaches. Superseding goals are enhanced fundamental life skills, well-being, and quality of life"--

Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Author: Rudi Coetzer
Publisher: Nova Publishers
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2006
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781600213380

Clinical neuropsychology and neuro-rehabilitation are disciplines that have truly developed at a phenomenal pace over the last couple of decades. Practitioners have had to make a continued commitment to staying up to date. There are many exciting theoretical, clinical and technological developments within the field. However, central to all of these remains the issue of working with persons who have experienced an extreme, life-changing experience. Often persons struggle to make sense of a traumatic brain injury and live life as it is for them now. Because of improved acute medical care, there are more survivors of traumatic brain injury today than ever before. Traumatic brain injury and the resulting disability constitute a major loss for the individual. Assisting persons with coming to terms with the changes after traumatic brain injury is probably one of the essential tasks in many rehabilitation programs taking a longer-term view regarding outcome. This book represents how neuro-rehabilitation has evolved over the past decade and includes exciting new studies in this field.

Cognitive Neurorehabilitation

Cognitive Neurorehabilitation
Author: Donald T. Stuss
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 1134
Release: 2010-05-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 131628431X

Now available in paperback, this updated new edition summarizes the latest developments in cognitive neuroscience related to rehabilitation, reviews the principles of successful interventions and synthesizes new findings about the rehabilitation of cognitive changes in a variety of populations. With greatly expanded sections on treatment and the role of imaging, it provides a comprehensive reference for those interested in the science, as well as including the most up-to-date information for the practising clinician. It provides clear and practical guidance on why cognitive rehabilitation may or may not work. How to use imaging methods to evaluate the efficacy of interventions. What personal and external factors impact rehabilitation success. How biological and psychopharmacological changes can be understood and treated. How to treat different disorders of language and memory, and where the field is going in research and clinical application.

Essentials of Neuropsychological Rehabilitation

Essentials of Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Author: Barbara A. Wilson
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2019-09-02
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1462540740

For people with disabilities caused by nonprogressive brain injury, challenges in everyday living can be multifaceted and overwhelming. This book presents key principles of holistic neuropsychological rehabilitation, helping practitioners stay on track through complex terrain. Leading authorities Barbara A. Wilson and Shai Betteridge provide a framework for effective intervention based on a collaborative understanding of clients' strengths and needs. They describe essential strategies for assessing and remediating the impact of cognitive and psychosocial problems in everyday life. Detailed case examples illustrate the process of building partnerships with families, setting meaningful goals, developing skills and supports, and addressing emotional and mental health concerns. Innovative uses of technology are highlighted. Several reproducible clinical tools can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

Psychological Therapies in Acquired Brain Injury

Psychological Therapies in Acquired Brain Injury
Author: Giles N. Yeates
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2019-12-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1000747344

The psychological impact of an acquired brain injury (ABI) can be devastating for both the person involved and their family. This book describes the different types of psychological therapies used to ameliorate psychological distress following ABI. Each chapter presents a new therapeutic approach by experts in the area. Readers will learn about the key principles and techniques of the therapy alongside its application to a specific case following ABI. In addition, readers will gain insight into which approach may be most beneficial to whom as well as those where there may be additional challenges. Covering a wide array of psychological therapies, samples range from more historically traditional approaches to those more recently developed. Psychological Therapies in Acquired Brain Injury will be of great interest to clinicians and researchers working in brain injury rehabilitation, as well as practitioners, researchers and students of psychology, neuropsychology and rehabilitation.

Neuropsychological Rehabilitation

Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Author: Barbara A. Wilson
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 627
Release: 2017-06-20
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 131724432X

E) Rehabilitation in mainland China -- f) Rehabilitation in Hong Kong -- g) Rehabilitation in Brazil -- h) Rehabilitation in Argentina -- i) Rehabilitation in South Africa -- j) Rehabilitation in Botswana -- SECTION SEVEN Evaluation and general conclusions -- 42 Outcome measures -- 43 Avoiding bias in evaluating rehabilitation -- 44 Challenges in the evaluation of neuropsychological rehabilitation effects -- 45 Summary and guidelines for neuropsychological rehabilitation -- Index

Self-Identity after Brain Injury

Self-Identity after Brain Injury
Author: Tamara Ownsworth
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2014-03-26
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1317820185

An injury to the brain can affect virtually any aspect of functioning and, at the deepest level, can alter sense of self or the essential qualities that define who we are. In recent years, there has been a growing body of research investigating changes to self in the context of brain injury. Developments in the cognitive and social neurosciences, psychotherapy and neurorehabilitation have together provided a rich perspective on self and identity reformation after brain injury. This book draws upon these theoretical perspectives and research findings to provide a comprehensive account of the impact of brain injury on self-identity. The second half of this book provides an in-depth review of clinical strategies for assessing changes in self-identity after brain injury, and of rehabilitation approaches for supporting individuals to maintain or re-establish a positive post-injury identity. The book emphasizes a shift in clinical orientation, from a traditional focus on alleviating impairments, to a focus on working collaboratively with people to support them to re-engage in valued activities and find meaning in their lives after brain injury. Self-Identity after Brain Injury is the first book dedicated to self-identity issues after brain injury which integrates theory and research, and also assessment and intervention strategies. It will be a key resource to support clinicians and researchers working in brain injury rehabilitation, and will be of great interest to researchers and students in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and allied health disciplines.

Umphred's Neurorehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Umphred's Neurorehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant
Author: Rolando Lazaro
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 942
Release: 2024-06-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1040135757

A comprehensive guide to neurological rehabilitation for physical therapist assistants (PTAs), Umphred’s Neurorehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant, Third Edition presents contemporary, evidence-based principles and techniques for examination and intervention for individuals with neurological conditions. Umphred’s Neurorehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant, Third Edition addresses a wide variety of pediatric and adult neurological disorders, including spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Guillain-Barré syndrome, and more. Drs. Lazaro and Umphred have updated this classic text to reflect current and emerging trends in physical therapy, including: The role of the PTA in neurocritical care The role of the PTA in management of clients with lifelong impairments and activity limitations Technology in neurorehabilitation Also included is a new chapter on functional neuroanatomy, which provides the foundational background for understanding the relationship between the structure and function of the nervous system. The Third Edition also features helpful instructor and student resources. Included with the text are online supplemental materials for faculty use in the classroom. Umphred’s Neurorehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant, Third Edition is the definitive resource for any PTA faculty, student, or clinician interested in the physical therapy management of individuals with neurological conditions.