Cancer-Related Fatigue
Abstract Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a severe and distressing form of fatigue that is often not alleviated by rest. Individuals describe a general sense of tiredness and associated functional deficits….
Neurosurgical Management of Spinal Tumors
Abstract Tumor involving the spinal cord and column can provide for complex decision-making modalities regarding the appropriate treatment options. The pathologic process, the level of disease, and ultimately the overall…
Rehabilitation of the Child with Brain and Spinal Cord Cancer
Abstract Central nervous system (CNS) tumors account for 25% of all cancers in childhood. Owing to multimodal treatment regimens coupled with aggressive supportive care regimens, overall pediatric survival rates continue…
Inpatient Rehabilitation of Persons With Spinal Cord Injury due to Cancer
Abstract Spinal cord injury due to cancer is common and can lead to deficits in sensation, strength, and function. Patients that develop spinal cord injury due to cancer have unique…
Spinal Tumors
Abstract Spinal tumors are classically grouped into three categories, extradural tumors, intradural extramedullary tumors, and intradural intramedullary tumors. Spinal tumors may cause spinal cord compression and vascular compromise, resulting in…
Communication and Swallowing Impairments in Brain Cancer
Abstract Rehabilitation of speech, language, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing impairments due to brain cancer is facilitated by the speech-language pathologist in a variety of rehabilitative settings. Initial and ongoing assessment through…
Tumors of the Brain
Abstract Intracranial lesions pose a complex dynamic for patients, physicians, and families in terms of treatment, management, and lifetime care. The lesions can be benign and nonoperative to malignant and…
Cancer Rehabilitation Continuum of Care and Delivery Models
Abstract Persons with cancer of the brain and spinal cord receive rehabilitative care in a variety of settings. These often include hospitals, postacute care facilities such as acute inpatient rehabilitation…
Cognitive Deficits in Brain Cancer
Abstract This chapter focuses on cognitive deficits in patients with brain tumors including gliomas, meningiomas, and brain metastasis, as well as their assessment and treatment. Neuropsychologic deficits have been found…
Brain Tumor Rehabilitation
Abstract As the field of cancer rehabilitation grows, the need for skilled management of patients with brain tumors is needed. New chemotherapeutic agents, new surgical techniques, and updated protocols for…
