Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
People with brain injuries—including traumatic brain injury (TBI)— are often at high risk for falls due to challenges with balance, strength, sensation, vision, cognition and behavior. As we recognize Brain Injury Awareness Month, rehabilitation nurse Heather shares how a tool called the Hoyer lift is helping reduce risk for patients at TIRR Memorial Hermann and helping them participate in therapy sessions without delays.
People with brain injuries—including traumatic brain injury (TBI)— are often at high risk for falls due to challenges with balance, strength, sensation, vision, cognition and behavior. As we recognize Brain Injury Awareness Month, rehabilitation nurse Heather shares how a tool called the Hoyer lift is helping reduce risk for patients at TIRR Memorial Hermann and helping them participate in therapy sessions without delays.
