Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Research and innovation from physical medicine and rehabilitation experts at Vanderbilt Health

Novel Respiratory Support Device on Path to Patients
Team led by lung transplant pioneer is developing a wearable device to replace ECMO and dependency on ICU care.
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Seeking Shorter Routes Between Research and Patient Care
A new center to expand the real-world impact of Veterans Affairs research.

Acute Services Lacking for Rural Veterans
VA-funded initiative seeks to improve the quality and accessibility of emergency care for rural veterans.

Blood Test to Assess Cardiovascular Fitness
A protein panel offers a quick glimpse into heart health.
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Toolkit Eases Recovery from Traumatic Injury
A VUMC researcher helped develop a program that enhances recovery after a traumatic orthopedic injury.

Mitochondrial Transport Tracked by Innovative GeneMAP
Researchers design GeneMAP en route to defining biological function of “orphan” protein.

90 Minutes to Tremor Relief with Focused Ultrasound
Improved visualization for higher accuracy is among the suite of advantages for patients seeking noninvasive treatment of tremor.

Confidence in PT Bolsters Success of Non-surgical Treatment
Ten-year MOON study provides more certainty in treatment decisions for less severe rotator cuff tears.

Ultrasound Breakthrough Treats Pain Noninvasively
Grant empowers researchers to test their fMRI-guided ultrasound system on essential tremor and post-stroke pain.

Botox or AC for Children with Spina Bifida?
Botox use is on the rise, but study on decision factors reinforce important personal aspects of bladder management decisions.