Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Our specialized physical therapy program for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-concussion syndrome (PCS) combines advanced techniques in motor control, tone management, vision and balance therapy, and neuromuscular conditioning for improved confident movement for life. With a holistic, compassionate approach, we work to accelerate your recovery and restore your confidence. Schedule your personalized consultation and take the first step forward.
Neuroplasticity and TBI Recovery
Did you know the brain can heal and adapt after TBI through neuroplasticity? By consistently practicing skills and challenging yourself, you can reshape your brain and boost recovery. At Audia Physical Therapy we utilize these 10 principles of neuroplasticity to teach movement throughout the lifespan:
Use It or Lose It
Not using a brain function can lead to its degradation. Inactivity causes brain connections to weaken.
Use It and Improve It
Repeatedly engaging in a task strengthens the related neural pathways, improving performance.
Specificity
The type of training determines the nature of plasticity. Practice the exact skill you want to regain.
Repetition Matters
Sufficient repetition is required to create lasting neural change. One attempt isn’t enough.
Intensity Matters
The level of effort and challenge needs to be high enough to drive meaningful brain change.
Time Matters
Neuroplasticity happens at different stages—early rehab is ideal, but change is still possible later.
Salience Matters
The activity must be meaningful and important to the person to drive brain change.
Age Matters
Neuroplasticity is stronger in younger brains but still very possible at any age, especially with effort.
Transference
Training one skill can help improve similar skills (e.g., fine motor skills aiding buttoning and writing).
Interference
Learning wrong or maladaptive patterns (like compensating with only one side) can hinder recovery.
Commonly Asked Questions
What can I expect with traumatic brain injury physical therapy?
Every case is unique and at Audia Physical Therapy, we take the time to provide thorough and detailed therapy services informed by the latest research in neuro rehabilitation. Services we provide include muscle tone management (tight muscles and joints triggered by brain injury), balance, strength, return to functional activities like walking, running, stair navigation, return to sports, transfers, bed mobility, and overall making movement easier.
Can my family or caregivers come to therapy?
Of course! We also provide caregiver training to improve life at home.