Overview

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 concussion, assistive technologies, and preparing patients for community reintegration. Discusses special populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and military and veteran patients. Consolidates today's available information and guidance in this challenging and diverse area into one convenient resource.

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Author:   Blessen C. Eapen ,  David X. Cifu
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
ISBN:  

9780323544566

ISBN 10:   0323544568
Pages:   350
Publication Date:   26 January 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Rehabilitation After Traumatic Brain Injury, 1e Acute Management of TBI (Editor Note: Neurosurgical & Critical Care Management) Defintion, Severity Classifcation, Epi, and Pathophys Levels of Rehab Care (Editor Note: including IDT, MDT) Management of Complications after TBI (Editor Note: Spasticity, DVT, Autonomic Dysfunction, Neuroendocrine, HO,GI Nutriotional issues) Neurological Disorders (Editor Note: including Hydrocephalus, Post traumatic Seizures, Cranial N d/o, Movement Disorders, Neurosensory Changes) Assessment and Management of Military & Veteran TBI Assessment and Management of Sports Concussion Neuropsychiatric Sequale (Editor Note: including Post-Traumatic Agitation) Pharmacotherapy in Rehabilitation of TBI Post Traumatic Pain Management Neuroimaging Disorders of Consciousness Cognitive Rehabilitation (Editor Note: through the continuum of care) Prognosis, Outcome Measures, and Prevention Pediatric TBI Geriatric TBI Neuroprosthetics (Editor Note: including Assistive Technology, Augmentative Communication Device, Mobility) Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Anoxic Brain Injury Community Reintegration (Editor Note: including Educational,Vocational,Driving)

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David Xavier Cifu is an American physiatrist, researcher, and medical educator. He is the Associate Dean for Innovation and System Integration in the School of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, the chairman and Herman J. Flax M.D. Professor of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Virginia Commonwealth University, staff physiatrist at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center, founding director of the VCU-Center for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering and senior TBI specialist in the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Health Administration.

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