Traumatic brain injury: the importance of rehabilitation and treatment.
This review of traumatic brain injury encompasses its impact on society, pathophysiology, and rehabilitative management. Topics discussed include mechanisms of injury, complications, outcomes, rehabilitative therapies, pharmacology, and mild traumatic brain injury. Emphasis has been placed on clinically relevant topics for medical professionals who may encounter those affected by traumatic brain injury.
Crooks
Carol Y
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Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Missouri, Rusk Rehabilitation Center, Columbia, Missouri, USA. crooksc@health.missouri.edu
D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000378:metabolism* / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D006801:Humans