Comparing rehabilitation methods for traumatic brain injury recovery
Comparing Treatment Approaches to Promote Inpatient Rehabilitation Effectiveness for Traumatic Brain Injury (CARE 4 TBI)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10914901
This study is looking at how different rehab methods can help people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries recover better, so we can find out which approaches work best for improving their everyday functioning.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10914901 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different rehabilitation approaches can improve recovery outcomes for individuals with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). It aims to identify the most effective practices by utilizing a pragmatic, prospective observational study design, which allows for real-world data collection from a large longitudinal study. By analyzing data from electronic medical records and employing advanced statistical methods, the research seeks to close the evidence gap in TBI rehabilitation effectiveness. Patients will be monitored to determine which rehabilitation strategies yield the best functional improvements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries and are undergoing inpatient rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients with mild traumatic brain injuries or those not requiring rehabilitation services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective rehabilitation strategies that significantly enhance recovery for patients with traumatic brain injury.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using observational studies to evaluate rehabilitation effectiveness, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, UNITED STATES
- OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY — Columbus, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BOGNER, JENNIFER A — OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: BOGNER, JENNIFER A
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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