Updates and Innovations in Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery

Id 89 Topic Neurorehabilitation Speakers David Cancel USA, Amanda Ayala USA, Ruth Alejandro USA This session will provide updates and highlight innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with concussion, persistent post-concussion symptoms and vestibular disorders following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) Chair David Cancel 15H30 Overview of session objectives and topics. David Cancel…

Novel Noninvasive Neuromodulation for Neurorehabilitation

Id 35 Topic Neurorehabilitation Speakers Toshiyuki Fujiwara Japan, Nam-Jong Paik South Korea Neuromodulation such as noninvasive brain stimulation, spinal stimulation, and brain-machine interface, is widely applied in the field of neurorehabilitation. In this symposium, we will discuss the effects of neuromodulation and the mechanism of functional recovery induced by neuromodulation. Chairs Toshiyuki Fujiwara, Nam-Jong Paik…

Annual Scientific Session 2025 – Emergency Rehabilitation Committee

Id 47 Topic Community Speakers Farooq Azam Rathore Pakistan, Umer Younas Pakistan, Anas Hassan UK, Taslim Uddin Bangladesh, Colleen O’Connell Canada, MARIA PAUL, ABDERRAZAK HAJJIOUI MOROCCO, WEERTS ERIC BELGIUM, Marcalee Alexander USA, Sumitha Gounden AUSTRALIA Natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, large fires, and floods often result in a significant number of individuals sustaining traumatic…

Implementation of the WHO Resolution on Strengthening rehabilitation in health systems

Id 23 Topic WHO Speakers Mercè Avellanet Viladomat Andorra, Sinforian Kambou Cameroun, Antimo Morettii Italy, Anthony Duttine Italy, Reynaldo Rey-Matias Phillipines, Paolo Capodaglio Italy, Carlotte Kiekens Italy Attendees 30 Extra Fees – This workshop aims to share insights on rehabilitation developments across different WHO regions, focusing on policy updates, information systems, and clinical resources that…

Pediatric Rehabilitation and Children with Cerebral Palsy on a Global Stag

Id 73 Topic Pediatric session Main Speaker Simra Javaid USA Co Speakers Autumn Atkinson USA, Kristina Tebo USA,Christine Hill USA Attendees Extra Fees     This lecture will explore the evolving landscape of pediatric rehabilitation for children with cerebral palsy (CP) within a global context, with a particular focus on Africa. It aligns with the…

Rehabilitation in oncological patients where is the focus

Id 110 Topic Oncology Speakers Carolina De Miguel Benadiva Spain, Astrid Teixeira Taborda Spain, Pilar Sánchez Tarida Spain, Raquel Cutillas Spain, Carmen Urbaneja Dorado Spain Cancer and its treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy, have a significant impact on patients quality of life, affecting their physical, psychological, and functional capacities. In this context, oncological rehabilitation…

From Earthquakes to Wildfires: A Global Perspective on Disaster Rehabilitation

Id 48 Topic Community Speakers Farooq Azam Rathore Pakistan, Fatema Nawaz Bangladesh, Alaeldin ElMalik Australia, Maya Newman USA Natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and wildfires, as well as human-made disasters like civil wars, result in a high burden of traumatic injuries,including spinal cord injuries (SCI), brain injuries, amputations, fractures, and peripheral nerve injuries. The…

Spinal Cord Injuries: Challenges and Future Prospects in the MENA Region

Main Speaker Ali Otom Jordan Chairs AHMED AMINE EL OUMRI MOROCCO, RAMI AL AHMAR JORDAN Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) are among the most severe conditions, causing significant physical, psychosocial, and vocational challenges for patients and caregivers. In the MENA region, with an estimated incidence of 23 per million, 80% of SCI patients lack access to…