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Research
When patients rehab at RHI, their chance of a positive outcome and improved quality of life is higher than the national average of other hospitals. Part of the reason for our success is credited to our efforts in advancing the medical community through our cutting-edge research.
When a patient participates in our research program, they’re saying “yes” to: world class information, technology and equipment that could improve not only their health and quality of life, but the health and quality of life of others. It’s an altruistic approach to medicine and the advancement of understanding rehabilitation.
At RHI, the progression of medicine today has come from our research. Now under the guidance of Dr. James F. Malec, Ph.D., it drives our clinical expertise. It is what makes us the best. In order to further advance our knowledge and expertise on how to best approach rehabilitation for all patients, we must continue to explore and open the possibilities of our findings in research.
Vision
A program of research integrated with clinical practice that establishes RHI as a world class neuroscience rehabilitation center.
Types of research we conduct
- Treatment innovations
- Device testing
- Proof of concept
- Advanced use of pharmaceuticals
Referrals
As we continue to grow as a rehabilitation hospital and a leader in medicine and research development, RHI invites physicians to contact us about patients that could be eligible for rehabilitation and participation in our studies and medical advancement. The partnership between RHI and physicians is important in the continual effort to support and provide the best care for the patient.
Current studies and research
A Pilot Study Evaluating the BrainPort™ Balance Device to Improve Postural Control in Individuals with Balance and Vestibular-Cerebellar Disorders Secondary to Stroke.
Dr. Dave Shashank, DO
RHI is currently recruiting individuals 18 years old and older that have a balance disorder secondary to a left hemispheric cerebrovascular accident (CVA), or stroke, that occurred at least one year ago. This study uses an intra-oral (mouth) device that sits on the tongue to help retain the brain. The outcome may be an improvement in the individual’s balance, postural control and quality of life.
The study involves three to five days of training with a physical therapist and rehabilitation doctor in the outpatient clinic at RHI, with baseline testing. The individual would continue training two times every day at home. Staff would call once a week for a phone interview. Retesting would occur at two weeks and at the end of the study, which would be a total of eight weeks.
Further information is available by calling 317-329-2212 or email jyaron@rhin.com.