ABI-aftercare in Motion: Multidisciplinary Aftercare in the Home Environment in Patients With Acquired Brain Injury

Launched by MAJANKA H. HEIJENBROK-KAL, PHD · Sep 21, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

The ABI-aftercare in Motion study is exploring a new program designed to help people who have suffered an acquired brain injury (ABI) improve their recovery after outpatient rehabilitation. The program, called ABI-motion, aims to encourage a more active lifestyle and reduce ongoing health issues, ultimately leading to a better quality of life. The main goals of the study are to see if the ABI-motion program is practical for patients and to understand the health benefits it may provide.

To participate in this study, individuals need to be diagnosed with an acquired brain injury and currently undergoing outpatient rehabilitation at Rijndam Rehabilitation. Participants will receive educational support about their brain injury and engage in therapy sessions with movement specialists. After completing their rehabilitation, they will continue to receive support from a community buddy and follow-up care from a rehabilitation doctor. This study is open to all adults aged 65-74 who meet the eligibility criteria, as long as they can safely participate in moderate to vigorous exercise.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Diagnosed with ABI
• • Follows an outpatient rehabilitation program for ABI in Rijndam Rehabilitation
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Having a contra-indication for participation in moderate to vigorous exercise
• • Life expectancy \< 1 year
• • Incapacitated persons