Abstract Introduction The non pharmacological approach is an important issue in the treatment of psychological and behavioural disorders in traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients. It remains nevertheless insufficiently known and…
1 Introduction In order to illustrate the multidimensional aspect of behavioral changes following traumatic brain injury (TBI), this literature review focused on the manifestations of apathy, impulsivity and anosognosia, which…
Abstract Behavioral disorders are major sequelae of severe traumatic brain injury. Before considering care management of these disorders, and in the absence of a precise definition for TBI-related behavioral disorder,…
Abstract Behavioural changes are the main cause of difficulties in interpersonal relationships and social integration among traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients. The Société française de médecine physique et réadaptation (SOFMER)…
It is now more than 150 years ago that Harlow reported the surprising case of Phineas Gage, an American railroad worker who showed profound changes in personality and behavior after…
Behavioral disorders after severe traumatic brain injury represent common important sequelae. They can occur at any time during the evolution phases and interfere in all domains of life and relationships…
The sit-to-stand (STS) task is a common skill of daily living and an important measure of physical function. This seemingly simple task requires adequate balance control while the base of…
Abstract Objectives Survivors of severe traumatic brain injury have a great variety of impairments and participation restrictions. Detailed descriptions of their long-term outcome are critical. We aimed to assess brain…
Abstract Introduction Muscle weakness is a common consequence of stroke and can result in a decrease in physical activity. Changes in gait performance can be observed, especially a reduction in…
Abstract Intermittent catheterization is considered the standard of care in most neurologic patients with lower urinary tract disorders. However, in this context, genitourinary tract infection and urethral trauma represent specific…
