Effectiveness of Telerehabilitation for OIF/OEF returnees with Combat Related Trauma
Abstract
The telerehabilitation for OEF/OIF returnees with mild or moderate combat related Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has as its objectives 1) care coordination for wounded veterans using distance technology via the internet and 2) monitoring of physical and mental health outcomes using a variety of validated health outcome instruments that capture physical function, cognition, mental health status and integration into society. We have enrolled a total of 150 veterans in the study. Our findings indicate that 1) The telerehab intervention did not significantly influence functional, cognitive and mental health outcomes as compared to those in the control group. Both groups showed improvement in functional and mental health status and community integration over time. 2) The presence of comorbid Post Traumatic Stress Disorders was a significant predictor in reported patient health 3) Individualized treatment pathways may be needed for rehabilitation and ultimate integration into society and 4) Veterans have expressed appreciation for the program.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2018
- Accession Number
- AD1049849
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People
- Kris Siddharthan