A patient post-TBI is oriented, behaving appropriately, and…

A patient post-TBI is oriented, behaving appropriately, and is able to go through daily routines automatically.  They are frequently robotic in their interactions, show minimal confusion, and have some shallow recall of activities.  Carryover for new learning is present, but slow.  According to the Rancho Los Amigos Levels of Cognitive Functioning Scale, what level is this patient?

An inpatient rehab therapist is working with a patient with…

An inpatient rehab therapist is working with a patient with C8 AIS A tetraplegia.  The patient currently needs to wear a cervical collar at all times.  The patient is currently able to perform a transfer board transfer from wheelchair to mat toward the left side with moderate assist.  How should the therapist instruction this patient to perform this transfer:

A 21-year old, healthy male with C7 complete tetraplegia pre…

A 21-year old, healthy male with C7 complete tetraplegia presents to therapy to address significantly increased spasticity due to his second UTI this month.  His plan is to be discharged from therapy and return to his wheelchair accessible dorm at college in the fall.  Based on this patient’s functional potential and goals, what is the most appropriate long-term bladder management option?

A college athlete presents to physical therapy 5 days after…

A college athlete presents to physical therapy 5 days after a mild concussion sustained during a soccer game. The athlete reports headache with prolonged screen use, mild dizziness, and difficulty concentrating, but no loss of consciousness. On examination, they demonstrate mild balance deficits on the mCTSIB, cervical ROM limitations, and symptom provocation with rapid head movements. According to the PT Clinical Practice Guideline for Evaluation and Treatment After Concussion/mild TBI, which of the following interventions should the therapist prioritize?