Acquired Brain Injury: An Integrative Neuro-Rehabilitation Approach

This book presents a comprehensive interdisciplinary team approach to the rehabilitation of acquired brain injury (ABI) survivors. Medical and clinical specialists will receive a deeper understanding of not only each other’s roles but of their complementary functions in this field. Many case examples are provided, illustrating a wide range of challenges and stages of recovery. This edition features 3 entirely new chapters and multiple updated chapters by new and returning authors. Featured in the coverage: • The role of Robotics in acquired brain injury • A comprehensive chapter on physical therapy in ABI • Outstanding recoveries woven together by a video news producer who recovered from a meningioma • State of the art updates on neurosurgery, neurology, physiatry, neuropsychiatry and neuro-optometry. • Updated chapters on neuropsychology, speech-language and occupational therapies including new technology and approaches as well as evidence based practices • Psychosocial challenges and treatment following ABI • The importance of family as team members • Post rehabilitation options and experiences Acquired Brain Injury: An Integrative Neuro-Rehabilitation Approach, 2nd edition provides clarity and context regarding the rehabilitation goals and processes for rehabilitation specialists, interdisciplinary students of neuro-rehabilitation as well as practicing clinicians interested in developing their knowledge in their field.