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Indian Journal of Neurotrauma 2010; 07(01): 93-95
DOI: 10.1016/S0973-0508(10)80021-8
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Home based cognitive retraining in traumatic brain injury

N Jamuna
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Shibu Pillai
*   Department of Neurosurgery National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Hosur Road, Bangalore-560029
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05 April 2017 (online)

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Abstract

Traumatic brain injury is a complex injury with a broad spectrum of symptoms and disabilities. The impact on a person and his or her family can be devastating. Cognitive difficulties are very common in people with traumatic brain injury. Studies have shown neuropsychological rehabilitation to be usefulness in improving the cognitive functions and day-to-day functioning. The purpose of the study was to examine the efficacy of home based cognitive retraining in traumatic brain injury. Single case-study was adopted. The neuropsychological profile of the patient was compared pre and post home based cognitive retraining. A 32-year-old male was referred for post head-injury neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation. He was given 6 months package of home based cognitive retraining. The training was given by patient’s wife. The preassessment showed impairment in frontal and temporal functions. Results indicated improvement in cognitive functions, occupational functions and social functioning.

Keywords

brain injury - cognitive impairment
 

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