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NeuroHope at the NeuroRecovery Network Summit

May 21, 2017/in General Blog Posts/by Chris Leeuw

The NeuroRecovery Network (NRN) held its annual summit at Frazier Rehabilitation Institute in Louisville, Kentucky last week.  NeuroHope is laying the groundwork to join the network later this year, and our staff was invited to attend and learn about the innovative therapy interventions that are being researched and implemented at NRN sites across the country and overseas.

The NRN is a collaboration of clinical sites tied to rehabilitation hospitals (Craig Hospital, Frazier Rehab Institute, Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, Magee Rehabilitation Hospital, Ohio State University Medical Center) and independent sites aimed to continue aggressive therapy and wellness for patients after they leave the hospital system (Next Step, Courage Kenny, Journey Forward, NeuroKinex).

The inspiration to begin this unique network of sites began through the work of Dr. Susan Harkema and Dr. Andrea Behrman, whose research led to a better understanding of neuroplasticity, which is the ability of nerve cells in the central nervous system to develop new connections and learn new functions.  Their work provided new evidence about the role the spinal cord plays in stepping, standing, and interpreting sensory information to re-learn tasks.

The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation (CDRF) helped fund the original research, and in the years since, the Foundation has been devoted to translating results to the clinic to help patients recovering from and living with spinal cord injury.

The NRN revolves around providing Activity-based therapy, a specific technique that activates the nervous system below the injury level and focuses on strengthening muscle weakness and neurologic recovery.  In addition to specific manual techniques, a principle Activity-based intervention is Locomotor Training.  Locomotor Training allows injured individuals to repetitively practice standing and stepping using body weight support.  In a therapy session, the participant is suspended in a harness over a treadmill at a high speed while specially trained therapists move the legs and ankles using specific sensory cues to simulate walking.  As the person gains function, improvements in sitting, standing, core strength, circulation, and bone-density may occur.

Dr. Harkema is also a pioneer in implementing epidural stimulation in her work, which made global headlines in 2011 and 2014 for restoring movement in four spinal cord injured individuals.  Since then, the NRN has incorporated new methods of NeuroMuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) at their sites to target upper extremity function, increase movement, and improve neuroplasticity.  NMES uses parameters beyond typical electrical stimulation to excite the central nervous system and activate weakened muscles.

Drs. Harkema and Behrman delivered lectures at this year’s summit and worked with NRN staff members from sites around the country as they practiced evaluation and activity-based therapy techniques.

We were honored to be invited to the summit and learn from some of the best minds in the world of neuroscience.  NeuroHope will soon be one of just 13 sites in the world where these innovative techniques are available.

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Friday morning at @ibjnews Healthcare & Benefits Power Breakfast.  Great discussion led by @communityhealthnet , @eskenazihealth , and Anthem executives on rising #healthcare costs, and solutions for affordable access to care ……Which is the CRUX of the mission we deliver at NeuroHope for people living with high cost #neurologic injuries.
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Staff Highlight Video! Spotlight on Occupational Therapist, Elizabeth Mahay!

Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Saint Louis University. She has experience evaluating and treating patients in trauma, intensive care, orthopedic and neurology in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She served as a primary therapist in neurology and neurosurgery units and she centers her treatment philosophy around helping patients recover function, fine motor, and visual skills to promote functional independence in daily life.

In this spotlight video, Elizabeth describes the welcoming and encouraging atmosphere at NeuroHope that helps clients stay motivated. She explains how she loves seeing clients meet their goals and loves that NeuroHope clients and team hype each other up and push each other to be better. Check out Elizabeth’s video here…

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We are delighted to announce that NeuroHope has been nominated for the inaugural Neuro Rehab (NR) Times “Above and Beyond” Award.

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We respect and appreciate the selfless dedication, commitment, and hard work of the individuals working in the Neuro healthcare sector who strive to deliver above and beyond care and services. 

We are so grateful for our amazing NeuroHope team and their commitment to deliver above and beyond treatment to our clients every day! 

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It was an amazing 6th annual ”SWING FORE HOPE” presented by Valeo Financial!! Thank you to our sell-crowd of participants and sponsors that made year six a success at Ironwood Golf Club: All told $63,000 raised for our programs!!.

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Tune in @indynowtv tomorrow morning at 10:00! 24-year-old James Ahlers and NeuroHope Executive Director Chris Leeuw will be on @fox59 to raise awareness for our programs!
Hear James’ story - paralyzed with a #spinalcordinjury in a swimming accident last summer - and his journey at NeuroHope. 💪💪.
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We’re kicking off National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month with First Friday with Friends, featuring Health Coach and NeuroHope client Laura Burdick, MPH. Laura gave us amazing tips for making delicious healthy snacks and fueling our bodies with dense nutrients to promote healing and good health! We are so grateful for the supportive community here at NeuroHope! 

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Staff Highlight Video! Spotlight on Physical Therapist, Brittanie Howe!

Brittanie started her career aspirations with a Bachelor‘s degree in Biology and then moved on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Trine University. In graduate school, Brittanie found her passion for the neurologic population because of the complexity of the patients, needs and the amazing people within this population. Brittanie is LSVT certified, a treatment protocol to aid those with Parkinson’s disease.

In this video, Brittanie describes the supportive nature of the NeuroHope community and compares it to a family. Brittanie describes her goal-oriented approach to physical therapy with clients and how she is inspired by her client’s resiliency and positive energy. Check out Brittanie’s video here…

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Don't miss the EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION for our 6th Annual Swing "Fore" Hope Golf Scramble at Ironwood Golf Club on Monday, September 18th, 2023 presented by Valeo Financial!  Our teams are almost full! Join us with a foursome or sponsor a hole. Register here: https://neurohopewellness.networkforgood.com/events/57914-swing-fore-hope

We will kick off the event with a meet-and-greet with special guest, Indy 500 Champion Alexander Rossi. NeuroHope client James Ahlers will speak at our opening ceremony as Grand Marshal and Dalhia Goldstein from Country Summer will sing the National Anthem!

Enjoy an end-of-summer day at Ironwood Golf Club in Fishers. Your ticket covers breakfast, coffee from Lulu's Coffee & Bakehouse, bourbon cocktails and cigars by Bardstown Bourbon, lunch, beer from Four Day Ray, pizza dinner, and a full day of fun. Please help us reach our $50,000 goal to expand our programming!

Big thanks to our early-bird event sponsors: Hensley Legal Group, Rehab Medical, and Langdon Shaw Associates. 

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Wooo Whooo!! James’s approval from a power chair to a manual chair got approved. This is a big step in his recovery journey! We are so happy for you, James! 

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Groundbreaking Day with @conquerparalysisnow and @sam.schmidt_ !  Excited to begin renovations on the 108,000 square foot facility : expanding our services for an affordable continuum of care for neurologic injuries .

Read about it in the Indianapolis Star! Link in bio!

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🚨MAJOR NEWS!!🚨 Thrilled to announce a partnership with @sam.schmidt_ & @conquerparalysisnow as we begin renovations this fall for our FUTURE HOME! - the 108,000 square foot , former “Five Seasons Sports Club” on the northside of #Indianapolis !

This is a monumental step for the community as we take our shared mission of providing an affordable continuum of care for neurologic conditions to the next level.

1 in 4 people will experience a paralyzing condition (#stroke, #spinalcordinjury, #braininjury) in their lifetime.  These conditions often take months or years of intense rehabilitation to maximize recovery. 

Unfortunately, due to rising #healthcare costs, and limited insurance allowances, it is difficult for traditional healthcare providers to offer affordable access to  long-term care.

 The average stay in acute rehabilitation for patients has declined from 98 days in the 1970s to just 16 days in 2022.  Then, most insurance plans limit outpatient therapy to just to an average of just 28 days.

It’s a sad irony: As research and therapeutic innovation advances, access to resources declines.

 Since 2015, NeuroHope has worked tirelessly to fill this void in care in Indiana.  With support from @uindy , @uindy_kspt , the Indiana Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Fund, the @orthoindy Foundation, @reevefoundation @cicfoundation and many others , we have built a multidisciplinary #physicaltherapy, #occupationaltherapy, and adaptive wellness center that has helped hundreds of patients. 

The need for care has outgrown our 13,000 square foot gym.  We are honored to be working with CPN to create a continued care, and #adaptivefitness center unlike any other!

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In March 2020 Renee had a heart attack and a stroke. After completing treatment at Community South and RHI, she came to NeuroHope in March of 2023 to continue her recovery journey with us. Renee works hard, engaging in both physical and occupational therapy. Check out Renee running on our Power Step with the support of PTA Lydia and Tech Lex. 

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Unveiling our new @bionessrehab BITS Balance training system - thanks to the generosity of an incredible donor!!
OT Elizabeth and PTA Lydia demonstrate how BITS combines vision, cognitive, motor, and balance tasks to challenge and assess patient strength , memory, and stability.  Our team can use this tool for posture and balance training, hand-eye coordination, vision re-training and much more.
It's all part of our continuing mission to make the best resources and interventions available to the patients that need them.
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James taking a stroll on the @hocomamedical Lokomat. Like most insurance covered therapy - access to resources like this are typically limited to an average of 28 therapy visits before coverage is exhausted. 
The reality is - MUCH more time and access is needed to maximize recovery.
The great irony - at a time when breakthroughs in research and therapy interventions are being discovered, access to them is becoming increasingly limited.
Affordable, longer-term access is needed.
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Longtime client Juan #tbi still making strides.  Sit to stand and ALL HIM 🙌. Long-term, affordable rehab.  This is why we’re here 💪💪

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⛳️ EARLY-BIRD registration is ON for the 6th Annual Swing “Fore” Hope Golf Scramble benefiting NeuroHope, presented by Valeo Financial!  Monday, September 18 at Ironwood Golf Club in Fishers. Food, beer, prizes, bourbon tastings by @bardstownbourbonco and a day on the course. Early-bird prices until August 15!

Our goal: $50,000 campaign to expand our programming and spinal cord injury research. Sign up, sponsor, or spread the word! https://neurohopewellness.networkforgood.com/events/57914-swing-fore-hope

Thanks to our current sponsors: Langdon Shaw Associates, Inc., @hensleylegal and Rehab Medical. 

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Today is Disability Awareness Day and we’re shining the spotlight on one of NeuroHope’s caregiver/family members! 

Michele Green is the wife of NeuroHope client Steve Green. In this video, she shares her unique perspective as a family member and caregiver of someone who has suffered from a stroke that resulted in paralysis. 

Caregivers and support systems play a crucial role in a NeuroHope client’s recovery. Michele discusses how the NeuroHope team has supported and given her family hope during her husband’s recovery and rehabilitation. Listen to Michele’s insightful words here…

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🎉 We are so excited to welcome our new Wellness Coordinator Melissa “Mel” Spencer to the NeuroHope Team!

Mel comes to us from the University of Indianapolis and she is a certified Exercise Physiologist, working towards her masters in Exercise Science. Mel loves to run and spend time with her dog. We are so pumped to have her at NeuroHope!

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🎉 Thanks to the O’Bryant family for their generous donation of this stepper for our NeuroFit cardio classes! 

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