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The Healing Touch: Benefits of Massage After Brain Injury

When it comes to recovering from a brain injury, traditional medical treatments are often the primary focus. However, integrating complementary therapies like massage into the rehabilitation process can provide a holistic approach to healing. Massage therapy has gained recognition as a valuable tool in aiding brain injury recovery, offering a range of benefits that contribute […]

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Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and its Connection to Brain Fog

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a serious medical condition that can have a profound impact on a person’s cognitive functions and overall well-being. One of the most common and distressing symptoms experienced by individuals with TBI is “brain fog.” In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricate relationship between Traumatic Brain Injury and

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Glossary of TBI Terms

Acquired Brain Injury: A type of brain injury sustained through an event that occurs sometime after birth. Activities of Daily Living (ADL): The routine, everyday self-care activities of personal hygiene such as bathing and dressing, as well as such activities as feeding and walking. Acute Care: Specialized hospital care for patients requiring specific types of

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Re-discovering Quality of Life After a Traumatic Brain Injury

RE-DISCOVERING QUALITY OF LIFE AFTER A TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY CHRISTINE BARANDA WEAVER, MAS, OTR/L, CLCP, C/NDT Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major public health problem resulting in the death and disabilities of young and productive people. Though the mortality of TBI has decreased substantially in recent years the disability due to TBI has not

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Aging in Place and Brain Injury

  Aging in Place and Brain Injury, A Convergence of Disabilities   CHRISTINE BARANDA WEAVER, MAS, OTR/L, CLCP, CBIS   Aging represents the accumulation of changes over time encompassing physical, psychological, and social changes. It is the greatest known risk factor for most human diseases.   According to the Population Reference Bureau report in January

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