Applying the ICF framework in severe traumatic brain injury: functional profiling to guide multidisciplinary rehabilitation-a case report.
Dhruvi Chandyoke, Elanthendral Chandrasekar
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Case in brief
A 35-year-old male with severe traumatic brain injury from a road traffic accident presented in deep coma, with neuroimaging revealing extensive brain injuries and hematomas. Following acute management, a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program was initiated. Using the ICF framework, a functional profile was developed, leading to individualized goals. The patient progressed from a minimally conscious state to basic orientation and functional communication.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
The ICF framework can effectively guide individualized rehabilitation planning by identifying specific functional deficits and facilitating goal setting in patients with severe traumatic brain injury.
Why it matters
Utilizing the ICF framework enhances interdisciplinary communication and structured assessment, which are crucial for optimizing rehabilitation outcomes in complex cases of traumatic brain injury.