TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI) PATIENTS

This study tests whether wearing a custom-made external skull prosthetic can prevent Sunken Flap Syndrome—a condition where the brain sinks after a large piece of skull is removed to relieve pressure. About 72 adults who had this surgery will be offered the prosthetic. Researcher…

This study tests whether vitamin D3 supplements can reduce inflammation and improve recovery in adults with mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI). 240 participants will receive either high or standard doses of vitamin D3 or a placebo for 3 weeks, with follow-up for 24 wee…

This study is testing whether a portable virtual reality (VR) headset can help diagnose and monitor traumatic brain injury (TBI), like concussions. The device shines colored lights into the eyes and uses a camera to measure how the pupils react. Researchers will compare results f…

This study tests a non-invasive device that sends mild electrical pulses to the ear to stimulate the vagus nerve. Researchers want to see if it can improve attention and memory in 30 veterans with traumatic brain injury, depression, or PTSD. Participants will try both the real st…

This study tests whether a café-like environment (Metro Café) that combines speech, thinking, and movement therapies helps people with chronic traumatic brain injury recover more than standard therapy. Twenty adults who are at least 3 months post-injury will train in the café for…

This study tests a new computer tool called SeeMe that can detect very small movements in people with severe traumatic brain injury. Current exams may miss these movements, leading to misdiagnosis. The tool uses cameras and AI to spot responses to commands, which could help docto…

This study looks at chemical markers in the blood of people with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) compared to those with broken bones but no brain injury. Researchers aim to find differences that could help doctors better understand injury severity and predict recovery. The st…