New specialisms of the neuroscience nurse
The role of a neuroscience nurse varies considerably due to the variety of neurological conditions and disorders…
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The NR Time study guide: post-traumatic epilepsy
By Dr. Edmund Bonikowski, of the National Neurological Rehabilation Chambers
A national brain injury crisis
Politicians gathered in May for a Westminster debate on brain injury. Here Deborah Johnson provides the highlights.
A wonderful stroke of luck
Occupational therapist Janet R. Douglas’s life was turned upside down by a massive stroke. The decade-long struggle that followed is the subject of her new book…
Shedding light on young brain injury survivor goals
Two specialist rehab providers have joined forces to investigate goals among young people affected by acquired brain injury. Here they report on their findings.
Notes from Nanjing
NR Times’ writer Andrew Mernin attended the largest neuro-rehab event in the Asia Oceania region recently and made a few notes along the way
Brain injury and the great outdoors
A growing body of evidence links exercise and outdoor activity with recovery from traumatic brain injury (TBI). Here Fiona Nixon, of Calvert Reconnections, explains the benefits of physical activity in rehabilitation.
A sporting chance in concussion fight
New findings on sports-related concussion in children could help to improve management of the condition and stem long-term problems that can arise years after injury.
The many factors of Huntington’s Disease care
Professionals representing key disciplines at St Andrew’s Healthcare explain their priorities in managing this highly complex condition.
SEX AND REHAB – Tinder, escorts and an age-old taboo
The professionals helping to make sure sex is not forgotten in the drive to improve life quality after severe injury.
Why the Arni way is up
Dr Tom Balchin’s mission to help UK stroke survivors was forged in tragedy. In late 1996, his twin...
Does Kindness conquer all?
Why compassion-focused therapy in rehab is no mushy concept.
