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Filter by:This study aims to assess the feasibility of assessing acute brain injury using a portable low field MRI in patients on ECMO.
Thirty-six years old male with a history of TBI with compromised functionality of the right upper and lower limbs, spasticity, distributed balance, and difficulties performing independent gait has participated in the study. Berg balance scale, 6-minute walk test, modified Ashworth scale, and functional independence measure was used to assess balance, gait, spasticity, and functional intemperance, respectively.
During the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent series of Lockdowns, clinic out-patient spasticity services were replaced with video based tele-consultation appointments, in order to reduce the potential risk of virus transmission between patients and clinicians in either direction. This meant that for an extensive period of time, this treatment could not be offered, and like many other specialist services, this resulted in a backlog of case referrals and an extensive clinic waiting list, where patient appointments and referrals were delayed by the pandemic. There have been discussions in many professional network forums that have suggested that the necessary changes to appointments during the pandemic may have contributed to a build-up of pain and disability for patients who were unable to access spasticity management treatment when they needed it. This research aims to gain insight and understanding of the individual experiences and perceptions of patients, carers and a physician who have been involved in spasticity treatment out-patient service clinics during and post COVID 19 pandemic. To do this, a qualitative research approach has been adopted and a group of 10 potential participants along with one consultant physician will be invited to participate in the study. Participants will be provided with information on the research (Participant Information Sheet) and asked to provide written informed consent (Consent Form) in order to take part. After providing consent, the participant will be interviewed via telephone. Data will be analysed using a thematic approach by the research team to identify the challenges, opportunities and barriers that may have been encountered during the pandemic and post pandemic period. All participants will be provided with a debrief document.
A long-term follow-up study of patients who acquired a stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI) 5-15 years ago. Primary objective is to describe the interaction between measures of cognitive reserve and neuropsychological variables, psychological variables and healthcare usage in relation to outcome (i.e work return, satisfaction with life, psychological well-being and overall outcome) after stroke or traumatic brain injury. Secondary objectives are to describe differences in fatigue related to cognitive reserve after stroke or TBI and to describe differences in health-care usage related to cognitive reserve after stroke or TBI.
Cross cultural analytical study to translate Modified fatigue impact scale MFIS) in Urdu language. Along with the translated version by evaluating its validity and reliability among the patients of traumatic brain injury. No such study has been previously conducted in Pakistan which translate this scale in Urdu and follows the proper cross- culture adaptation.Condition or disease: Traumatic brain injury. Convenient sampling technique would be used.
The purpose of the study is to calibrate and to validate the accuracy of the oximeter with an estimate of brain oxygen levels assessed by measuring arterial and internal jugular vein blood oxygen saturations.
This study evaluates the effect of optimizing trunk support based on segmental principles of trunk control, on academic engagement of children in academic settings.
In this study, the physical and psychosocial effects of a exercise therapy and adapted physical activity program based on racket sports for ambulant people with acquired brain injury will be investigated.
In the United States, more than a million people sustain a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) every year. Although many recover fully, emerging literature suggests a high number of individuals report chronic, and functionally disabling, cognitive difficulties. Among Veterans, a nationwide survey found that more than 75% of 55,000 Veterans with a history of mTBI reported persistent moderate to severe levels of forgetfulness and poor concentration. Reduced cognitive functioning following mTBI contributes to significant functional impairment, including underemployment, relationship difficulties, and reduced community integration for years post injury. Despite the significant individual and societal impact, evidence to guide interventions and treatment for this population remains limited. Even more limited are validated telehealth options for these symptoms, a critical means by which access to care can be improved, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The proposed pilot study will address this gap by evaluating the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of a brief (5-session) cognitive rehabilitation intervention that was developed for individuals with mTBI and that will be administered over video-based telehealth technology. The development of this intervention was supported by a grant from the Department of Defense, with critical elements identified through surveys completed by clinicians and veterans with a history of mTBI, and also the clinical expertise of the team.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an important global health concern. Recently, advances in neurocritical care have led to an increase in the number of recovering TBI patients, and concomittantly in the incidence of complications of TBI. One of the most important sequalae of TBI is cognitive deficit, for which multimodal rehabilitation approach is indicated. Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a promising treatment strategy for post-TBI cognitive deficits. However, a standardized tailored tDCS protocol is yet to be established for TBI patients. Therefore, this trial aims to 1) the efficacy of tDCS on post-TBI cognitive deficits, and 2) and optimized protocol of tDCS on post-TBI cognitive deficits via a three-arm double-blind, randomized controlled trial.