Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Can Mindfulness Meditation Improve Cognitive Function?
Meta-analysis of studies finds a modest impact on cognition, greater benefits for older adults.
Pursuing Equity in Integrative Medicine
Program aims to address diversity, equity and inclusion issues among those seeking and delivering integrative care.
Polypharmacy in High-level Limb Amputations
Considering comorbidities and pharmacy load can enhance patient quality of life and improve outcomes.
Seeking an Acute Heart Attack Differentiator
Research is leveraging patient data to develop a tool that pinpoints the cause of heart damage.
Workers in Physical Occupations Benefit from Back-Relieving Exosuit
Field tests affirm the wearable device lends flexible support for heavy lifting.
Prehabilitation Strengthens Patients before Complex Surgery
Radical cystectomy program crosses specialties to proactively bolster recovery.
Cadaver Practice Bolsters Confidence in Interventional Spine Procedures
Expanded use earns high marks from physiatry trainees.
Advanced Tech and Teamwork Support Early Detection of Lymphedema
Early identification and treatment of lymphedema are key to optimizing function and quality of life.
Helping Children with VADs Live Outside the ICU
ACTION collaborators aim to de-escalate care as patients await transplant.
Mindfully “Passing the Rx Baton” After Acute Care
Update on Shed-MEDS, the largest geriatric deprescribing intervention trial to date.
Building Bridges Through the Arts
Music and nature activities support healing and connection at Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital.