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Symposium

Technology

Neuroplasticity

Stroke

The Logistical Challenges and Successes of Starting a Vivistim Program 9630

Saturday, November 2, 2024

8:15 AM – 9:15 AM

Location: ROOM: Obelisk B REGION: Atrium II Mezzanine Level >>>DIRECTIONS: Exit Atrium Elevators. Take a right and proceed down the corridor. Continue past the escalators and the row of rooms on your left. At the end of the row of rooms, turn down the corridor on the right. Obelisk B is the second room on the left. If coming from the Tower Mezzanine, from the Tower Elevators, turn right. Proceed down the stairs and take the first corridor on your left. Obelisk B is the second room on the left.

Corresponding Presenter(s)

Kenneth T. Ngo, MD

Medical Director
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Slides
April Coats, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist
Brooks Rehabilitation
Fleming Island, FL, United States

We will review our experience with the logical challenges and successes of starting a successful Vivistim Program. We will review the indication for the treatment, lessons learned from coordinating with therapists and neurosurgeons, and our successes so far after 2+ years of establishing the program.

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Learning Objectives:

Recognize the indication for Vivistim (vagus nerve stimulation technology) in treating chronic post-stroke upper limb weakness.
Accurately identify potential patients who would likely benefit from Vivistim technology.
Appreciate the financial considerations and logistics of coordinating surgical implantation.
Identify the anticipated outcomes for patients post-implantation and therapies.

Disclosure(s):

Kenneth T. Ngo, MD: No financial relationships to disclose