Patients who suffer a traumatic brain injury often have a team of rehabilitation professionals assisting in their recovery. Given that up to 90% of TBI patients have a visual dysfunction as a result of their injury, it is very important for a doctor of optometry to be part of that rehabilitation team.
Although other professionals such as occupational and physical therapists can be invaluable in screening for visual problems, they may not always be able to diagnose or treat appropriately.
Dr. Curt Baxstrom explains why ODs need to be on the team in the latest blog from the Neuro Optometric Rehabilitation Association.