Neuro-orthopaedic assessment and management in patients with prolonged disorders of consciousness: A review.

Background: Following a severe acquired brain injury, neuro-orthopaedic disorders are commonplace. While these disorders can impact patients' functional recovery and quality of life, little is known regarding the assessment, management and treatment of neuro-orthopaedic disorders in patients with disorders of consciousness (DoC).

Objective: To describe neuro-orthopaedic disorders in the context of DoC and provide insights on their management and treatment.