Brain Disease Foundation

Overview

Neurological Rehabilitation

Neurorehabilitation represents a critical approach in the field of neuroscience aimed at restoring functional abilities in individuals affected by brain diseases, which often drastically alter the patients’ quality of life.

Several diseases can benefit from rehabilitation:

  • Cerebrovascular disorders, such as ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes
  • Brain Tumors
  • Infections, like meningitis, brain abscess and encephalitis
  • Traumatic brain injuries (cerebral hemorrhages, subdural hematoma, etc)
  • Structural and neuromuscular disorders

The neurorehabilitation program is a multidisciplinary concept involving many professions, involving rehabilitation specialists (physicians, physiotherapist, specialized nurses, etc), and treating clinicians.

Neurological rehabilitation methods target the rewiring and remodeling of brain circuits to aid functional recovery by utilizing the concepts of neuroplasticity. These therapies encompass a variety of interdisciplinary approaches, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation.

This process is made even more effective by incorporating cutting-edge technologies like virtual reality, brain-computer interfaces, and robotic therapy, which support the patient on the path to recovery.

Early neurological rehabilitation has become a core concept in this setting, stressing the importance of starting rehabilitation interventions shortly after a neurological damage occurs. Early therapies not only take advantage of the brain's amazing adaptability, but also lay the groundwork for a speedy recovery and positive long-term results.

Our Impact

We aim to support and encourage research improving rehabilitations’ techniques to enhance short- and long-term results. We also aim to significantly improve physicians’ education in the field.

By advancing neurorehabilitation best practices, patient outcome can be further improved.