For #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth, here's a 4-part Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems factsheet series on What Happens During Injury in Early Stages of Recovery, Brain Injury Impact on Individuals’ Functioning, The Recovery Process for TBI, and The Impact on Family How They Can Help. msktc.org/tbi/factsheets…

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Thinking difficulties after #TBI can make it hard to express thoughts and understand what others are trying to say. Check out this #MSKTC factsheet to learn ways to improve communication after #braininjury msktc.org/tbi/factsheets…

Our UAB-TBIMS In-home Cognitive Stimulation Guidebook offers activities to stimulate thinking skills of people with brain disorders. The guidebook is free to print and disseminate for educational purposes uab.edu/medicine/tbi/u…

TBI InfoComics are written to be accessible to people who may have memory issues or trouble reading large blocks of text. Check out this 3-part series from our friends Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems

The #MSKTC often recruits individuals with #TBI and their family members to provide feedback on new resources. Participants will receive $25 for their time. Check here for opportunities to get involved! msktc.org/about/tbi-Mode…

Congrats to Robert Brunner, M.D. for his designation as Distinguished Professor! 👏Robert Brunner plays many key roles at UAB - TBI expert/researcher, #SpainRehab medical director, vice chair of PM&R, UAB-TBIMS medical director, and more. UAB Heersink School of Medicine go.uab.edu/3KuNzcg

In this 42-minute video, UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Assistant Professor Dr. Rachel Teranishi discusses the characteristics of military TBI, the unique injury types, and the significance of other comorbid conditions such as PTSD and pain. youtu.be/4uf-g77J6y8

Check out the updated Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems factsheet, Driving After Traumatic Brain Injury, co-authored by the UAB-TBIMS. msktc.org/tbi/factsheets…

As we kick off Team USA at the Olympic & Paralympic Games Paris 2024, this 48min video with UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation assistant professor, Dr. Johan Latorre describes adaptive sports, the benefits, barriers, & his vision for collegiate adaptive sports at UAB. #OneForAll youtu.be/nDcr-_7hPWU

Check out this infocomic! It explains the following #TBI rehabilitation therapies and professionals that can help people with TBI: physical, speech, cognitive, and occupational therapy, rehabilitation psychologist, and rehab-focused social worker. msktc.org/tbi/infocomics…

In this video, Dr. Shanti Pinto from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center describes the impact of TBI on cardiovascular disease & mortality, changes to autonomic nervous system function & how those changes impact cerebrovascular function. youtu.be/asuHKIvwRE0?si…

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital is recruiting participants for a quick 10-15 minute survey on improving care for individuals with disorders of consciousness (DoC). Scan the QR code to participate if you meet the criteria for participation!

The Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems has published the new factsheet “Talking to People About Your Traumatic Brain Injury.” It provides tips and information about how to talk to people about TBI. It also offers possible responses to common questions that people may ask. msktc.org/tbi/factsheets…

Along with our friends Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems, we recognize Brain Injury Awareness Month to raise awareness and share resources!

What better way to recognize Brain Injury Awareness Month? Learn about TBI with this factsheet on Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury from Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems

Check out the Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems factsheet, Driving After Traumatic Brain Injury, co-authored by the UAB-TBIMS. msktc.org/tbi/factsheets…

Recognizing #braininjuryawareness month.

Our friends Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems have a great factsheet for parents with TBI. Check out this free resource.

Today marks a momentous milestone in the life of #UABRehab! Our new #UABRehabPavilion is state of the art with cutting edge technology that provides comprehensive rehabilitation care for the citizens of Alabama and beyond. UAB Medicine UAB Heersink School of Medicine go.uab.edu/4fHFoYV