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Fall Issue 2009
Now Available!

Concussion Tissue Damage
TBI Treatment Wrong?
Case Study
TBI Haunts Children
Challenging Symptoms
Drug Treats TBI
2009-10 Conferences
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Brain Injury Overview CEU Course

CEU Course

Brain Injury and Rehabilitation:
An Overview


Professional Services

Speech therapist - Speech therapists focus on the treatment of speech, language, and cognitive disorders. Treatment for speech disorders includes assessment and therapy for impaired swallowing and articulation of speech sounds. Treatment for acquired language disorders, called aphasias, consists of structured exercises to increase the level of expression and/or comprehension of language, including listening, reading, speaking, and writing, as well as doing calculations.

Recreation therapist (RT) - Recreation therapists help the individual plan, organize, and carry out leisure and recreational pursuits.

Vocational rehabilitation specialist - This individual administers assessments to determine the ability of the individual to work and then provides specialized training aimed at increasing the work capacities and abilities of the person.

Respiratory therapist - A respiratory therapist provides assistance in maintaining the airway and breathing after severe TBI, including monitoring any assistive breathing devices like tracheostomies and respirators.

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