Archived Projects of the TBINDC Registry by Researchers Last Name
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3 archived projects available at this time for Stuart A. Yablon, M.D.
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| Demonstration of the ability of emerging technological interventions for severe spasticity to improve community integration for persons with motor impairment after TBI. | ||
| Abstract: Spasticity remains a major cause of disability among patients with severe TBI. Spasticity contributes to functional limitations in ambulation and activities of daily living (ADL). It is also a major risk factor for the development of contractures, which may be observed in 85% of admissions with severe TBI . The incidence among patients with TBI sent to nursing homes is probably higher than that observed in the rehabilitation setting as patients receive less aggressive treatment. The present project seeks to demonstrate the effectiveness of a multispecialty clinic using a variety of approaches including BTXA and ITB in managing spasticity after TBI and improving outcome.... more | ||
| Investigators: | Yablon S | view full details |
| Lead Center: | Methodist Rehabilitation Center | |
| Demonstration of a multispecialty clinic for persons with TBI and seizures. | ||
| Abstract: Models for coordinated provision of medical services for persons with brain injury and subsequent seizures have not been described. While most patients with seizures can achieve satisfactory control with presently available anti-epileptic drugs, some may manifest frequent PTS recurrence. Given this challenge, the current project seeks to demonstrate a multidisciplinary follow-up clinic that will: (a) facilitate coordinated care for individuals with TBI and seizures, (b) address education of patients, family, and caregivers regarding “controllable” recurrence risk factors, and (c) study the natural history of PTS and its impact on functional outcome and subjective well-being.... more | ||
| Investigators: | Yablon S | view full details |
| Lead Center: | Methodist Rehabilitation Center | |
| Cost-effective Method & Frequency of Routine Screening for Proximal Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) in Persons with Acquired Brain Injury | ||
| Abstract: This collaborative project will determine the risk of DVT, believed to be the major cause of PE, over time during the first 8 weeks after TBI by use of a serial screening protocol involving D-dimer measurement and ultrasound. A sequential case series will be enrolled at each center using identical protocols. This project should produce recommendations for type and timing of DVT screening during the first several weeks after TBI based on a thorough cost-benefit analysis. Also, it will produce estimates of the risk for DVT over time during that period, and give insight into the pathophysiology of DVT... more | ||
| Investigators: | Meythaler J, Hadley M, Yablon S | view full details |
| Lead Center: | University of Alabama | |
| Collaborating Centers: | Methodist Rehabilitation Center | |
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3 archived projects available at this time for Stuart A. Yablon, M.D.
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