Sleep disruption after brain injury is associated with worse motor outcomes and slower functional recovery

摘要: Abstract Background and Aims Sleep is important for consolidation of motor learning, but brain injury may affect sleep continuity therefore rehabilitation outcomes. This study aims to assess the relationship between quality recovery in patients receiving inpatient rehabilitation. Methods 59 with were recruited from two specialist units. was assessed (up 3 times) objectively using actigraphy (7 nights) subjectively Condition Indicator. Motor outcome assessments included: Action Research Arm test (upper limb function), Fugl Meyer assessment (motor impairment) Rivermead Mobility Index. The functional independence measure (FIM) at admission discharge by clinical team. 55 age gender matched healthy controls completed one assessment. Results Inpatients demonstrated lower self-reported (p Conclusions demonstrate impaired quality, this associated poorer outcomes slower recovery. Further investigation needed determine how can be improved whether affects outcome.