2026 Functional Application of EBP in Individuals Following Brain Injury

2026 Functional Application of EBP in Individuals Following Brain Injury is organized by Brooks Rehabilitation Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) and will be held from Nov 14 - 15, 2026 at Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital - University Campus, Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America.

Description:
Brain injury is a complex diagnosis affecting individuals of all ages and causing a varied presentation based on injury. This course will review the basics in brain injury to set the stage for a deeper look at primary and secondary impairments, pharmacological management, and rehabilitation for a holistic approach to patient management. As medical advances warrant treatment earlier and with more intense focus, a comprehensive team approach is critical to maximizing patient recovery and reintegration into life over the long-term recovery path. Through lecture and case-based format, this course will provide a systemic approach to management of the client following brain injury.

Course Objectives:
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify neuroanatomical pathology related to clinical presentation
• Identify primary and secondary effects of brain injury
• Discuss commonly used medical, pharmacological and rehabilitative techniques used in brain injury management
• Discuss complications following brain injury and the goals of rehabilitation in minimizing and/or managing these
• Recognize the importance of family involvement in rehabilitation and how to direct their role
• Explain presentation and treatment strategies of all levels of brain injury using the Ranchos Los Amigos scale

PT, OT, ST, and RN staff will also be able to:

• Develop treatment plan inclusive of outcome measures and behavior shaping strategies for individuals following brain injury
• Evaluate patients following brain injury for appropriate comprehensive treatment planning.