Neuro-Rehab Research

We access longitudinal and continuous epidemiologic data as primary tools to focus on relevant functional outcomes that help Veterans, military personnel and civilians reintegrate into society after acute injury. Advanced neuroimaging, biomarker and computerized cognitive assessments are utilized to diagnose and manage injuries and their related symptoms. Using various innovative interventions such as, neuromodulation, complimentary alternative medicine and cognitive rehabilitation, our lab develops treatment strategies for health problems frequently reported in the neuro-axis injured populations. Current projects in such populations include large multi-site longitudinal assessment, neuroimaging and neuromodulation studies funded by DOD, VA and NIH. 

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Publications

Odette Harris, MD, MPH
Paralyzed Veterans of America Professor of Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

Publications

  • Rationale and Methods for Updated Guidelines for the Management of Penetrating Traumatic Brain Injury. Neurotrauma reports Hawryluk, G. W., Selph, S., Lumba-Brown, A., Totten, A. M., Ghajar, J., Aarabi, B., Ecklund, J., Shackelford, S., Adams, B., Adelson, D., Armonda, R. A., Benjamin, J., Boone, D., Brody, D., Dengler, B., Figaji, A., Grant, G., Harris, O., Hoffer, A., Kitigawa, R., Latham, K., Neal, C., Okonkwo, D. O., Pannell, D., Rosenfeld, J. V., Rosenthal, G., Rubiano, A., Stein, D. M., Stippler, M., Talbot, M., Valadka, A., Wright, D. W., Davis, S., Bell, R. 2022; 3 (1): 240-247

    Abstract

    Penetrating traumatic brain injury (pTBI) affects civilian and military populations resulting in significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. No up-to-date and evidence-based guidelines exist to assist modern medical and surgical management of these complex injuries. A preliminary literature search revealed a need for updated guidelines, supported by the Brain Trauma Foundation. Methodologists experienced in TBI guidelines were recruited to support project development alongside two cochairs and a diverse steering committee. An expert multi-disciplinary workgroup was established and vetted to inform key clinical questions, to perform an evidence review and the development of recommendations relevant to pTBI. The methodological approach for the project was finalized. The development of up-to-date evidence- and consensus-based clinical care guidelines and algorithms for pTBI will provide critical guidance to care providers in the pre-hospital and emergent, medical, and surgical settings.

    View details for DOI 10.1089/neur.2022.0008

    View details for PubMedID 35919507

    View details for PubMedCentralID PMC9279118

Maheen Mausoof Adamson
Clinical Professor (Affiliated), Neurosurgery Staff, Neurosurgery
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Nytzia Licona
Research Coordinator, DVBIC
E: Nytzia.Licona@va.gov
P: (650) 493-5000

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