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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Abstract Owing to improved treatment and survival of persons with brain and spinal cord tumors, the rehabilitation community has demonstrated an increasing interest in inpatient rehabilitation outcomes in this population….
Abstract Patients with brain and spinal cord malignancies may incur disability due to the effects of tumor or cancer-related treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. It is essential for physiatrists…
