American Society of Neurorehabilitation - ASNR

American Society of Neurorehabilitation - ASNR Improve the lives of people with neurological disorders through advances in basic & clinical research

The rehabilitation and management of patients with chronic neurological disabilities became sufficiently specialized to warrant the establishment of a society dedicated to advancing clinical care and basic and clinical research in this growing field. The American Society of Neurorehabilitation (ASNR) was established in 1990 to meet those needs. Professionals with an interest in the scientific basi

c of neural repair and neurorehabilitation or the management of the neurologic patient are invited to apply for membership in the Society. Active membership is open to all health care professionals and scientists interested in neurorehabilitation and in promoting the Society's goals. The ASNR promotes:

Specialty training and identification of those with expertise in neurorehabilitation
Professional and public education
Basic science and clinical research in neurorehabilitation
Communication and collaboration with people with neurological disorders related organizations
Mission of Neurorehabilitation Research

Become a Member of ASNR

As a member, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Subscription to Journal of Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair
- Access to the Online Membership Directory
- Involvement in the development and promotion of standards of care and practice guidelines
- Networking opportunities with other neurorehabilitation professionals
- Reduced rates on continuing medical education activities
- Unique educational opportunities through the Annual Meeting and workshops
- Access to Journal Watch - monthly resource of rehabilitation related article

Congratulations to Dr. Seth Hays on his recent election to the ASNR Board of Directors! We're looking forward to working...
06/05/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Seth Hays on his recent election to the ASNR Board of Directors! We're looking forward to working with him in this new role. Dr. Hayes is a Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Texas at Dallas where he is developing novel closed-loop vagus nerve stimulation-based therapies for stroke and other neurological disorders. He has also been a valuable member of ASNR's Education Committee since 2020.

To learn more about our recent special election and Dr. Hays, please visit our website: https://www.asnr.com/asnr-2026-special-election-information/

The University of Texas at Dallas, UTDallas Department of Bioengineering

A knee injury during her days as a collegiate athlete started ASNR Board of Directors Member Dr. Lara Boyd on her path t...
06/04/2026

A knee injury during her days as a collegiate athlete started ASNR Board of Directors Member Dr. Lara Boyd on her path to becoming a researcher in neurorehabilitation. In our latest blog article, Dr. Boyd discusses her career, her current research on the activation of different populations of neurons in motor learning, and her thoughts on grand challenges and opportunities in the field in the form of building trust in science, battling mis-information, and leveraging big data to make new discoveries.

Read the full article here:
https://www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_Board_Spotlight_Lara_Boyd.pdf

University of British Columbia, UBC Department of Physical Therapy, Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health

Remaining physically active is important for people with neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis, but it can be ...
06/03/2026

Remaining physically active is important for people with neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis, but it can be difficult for clinicians to predict which patients are likely to meet daily step goals. A recent study identified backward walking as a clinically relevant predictor of achieving daily step goals that could be used to inform interventions and promote physical activity in this population.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/15459683251412279

Wayne State University

ASNR is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of neurorehabilitation researchers, and our Virtual Mentoring Program...
06/02/2026

ASNR is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of neurorehabilitation researchers, and our Virtual Mentoring Program is one of the ways we support the career development of our members.

Our 6th cohort of the Virtual Mentoring Program is underway, and we are pleased to highlight the wonderful mentors and mentees in this cohort!

Visit our website for more information on the program, and stay tuned for updates later this year on applications for our next cohort. https://www.asnr.com/virtual-mentoring

Identifying biomarkers that can predict functional outcomes after a stroke could help guide treatment strategies and unc...
06/01/2026

Identifying biomarkers that can predict functional outcomes after a stroke could help guide treatment strategies and uncover new potential treatment targets. This recent study found that lower levels of serum soluble low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 1 (sLRP1) were associated with improved functional outcomes after acute ischemic stroke, highlighting the potential value of measuring and targeting sLRP1 to enhance recovery.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/15459683251395691

Working in neurorehabilitation provides opportunities to make new discoveries, translate research, and provide life-chan...
05/28/2026

Working in neurorehabilitation provides opportunities to make new discoveries, translate research, and provide life-changing care for people with neurological injuries.

For ASNR Member Dr. Mohammed Sbai, a personal connection with traumatic brain injury spurred his decision to undergo a major career pivot. This has led him down a fulfilling path, which has included founding a much-needed neurorehabilitation clinic in Morocco to provide specialized services for people with neurological conditions.

Dr. Sbai shares the story of his career and the influences that have shaped his work in our latest blog article:
https://www.asnr.com/files/ASNR-Blog-Mohammed-Sbai.pdf

The University of Utah, University of Utah College of Health

Join the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT) in Minneapolis for the 2026 Annual Conference from September 17–1...
05/27/2026

Join the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT) in Minneapolis for the 2026 Annual Conference from September 17–19!

This clinician-focused conference brings the neuro PT community together to advance knowledge translation, highlight clinically relevant scientific evidence, and strengthen practice through connection.

Registration is now open!

In-person registration also includes access to on-demand sessions, so you can continue learning even after the event ends.

Learn more and register: https://www.neuropt.org/education---conferences/anpt-conferences/anpt-2026-annual-conference

Prior studies on the effectiveness of tDCS after stroke have had mixed results. One contributing factor may be the use o...
05/26/2026

Prior studies on the effectiveness of tDCS after stroke have had mixed results. One contributing factor may be the use of the same intervention parameters in all patients despite heterogeneity in stroke lesion, initial impairments, and other factors.

In this recent feasibility and pilot trial, authors used a patient-tailored tDCS intervention and saw greater improvements (versus sham) in recovery of upper extremity impairment in individuals with acute stroke. This approach could be valuable for larger trials.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/15459683251395731

📢 Attention ASNR Members! Voting is happening now to fill an open position on our Board of Directors! In order to vote f...
05/22/2026

📢 Attention ASNR Members! Voting is happening now to fill an open position on our Board of Directors! In order to vote for a candidate, you must be a member in good standing (dues paid).

Log into your ASNR account and vote here:
https://www.asnr.com/asnr-2026-special-election-information/

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