Differences in the expression of selected genes associated with cell stress response in a PTSD patient and in healthy individuals - a case study.

The aim of the study was determination of the level in expression genes associated with cell stress response in a patient with PTSD. A 57-year-old PTSD patient, A.P.

The quality of life of persons with TBI in the process of a comprehensive rehabilitation program.

Background: The aim of the research was to evaluate the effectiveness of the phased rehabilitation program in patients after traumatic brain injury, one developed by the authors and controlled by the strategic plan, pertaining to their quality of life compared to patients treated according to a standard, phased rehabilitation program.

Material/methods: The study included 40 patients of post traumatic brain injury treated at the Rehabilitation Clinic of the L. Rydygier Academy of Medical Sciences in Bydgoszcz and the Department of Medical Rehabilitation of the Cracow Rehabilitation Centre.

The modern rehabilitation of patients with spinal cord injuries.

A spinal cord injury is a major catastrophe, causing many changes in the patient's lifestyle. These injuries commonly occur to people who were previously active and independent, but after the injury become largely dependent on others for their basic needs. What is needed for such patients is a comprehensive, integrated program of rehabilitation involving the participation of an entire team of specialists, including physiotherapists.