Enhancing Recovery: Occupational Therapy for Adults with Traumatic Brain Injury, A Rapid Systematic Review

Abstract

A thorough systematic analysis was conducted to find effective interventions for people with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) who are 18 years of age and older. This review gives an overview and discussion of 30 studies focused on various interventions classified into the following categories: group-based approach, memory and planning, social participation, and emotional and behavioral regulation. The objective of the rapid systematic review (RSR) was to search the literature and critically appraise findings to address what evidence is available regarding interventions to promote psychosocial wellness, executive functioning, and occupational engagement in adults with TBI. Technology and group-based approaches were effective in improving psychosocial outcomes, however within clinical research there is a lack of OTP researchers and interventions designed to address longevity of recovery.