The incidence of acquired infant brain injury is increasing, creating new challenges for assessment and treatment. Unfortunately, little information exists to guide professionals in their efforts to evaluate and speed the recovery of brain-injured youngsters. Our study is a preliminary investigation intended to describe the patterns or trends in the developmental and behavioral recovery of brain-injured infants and preschoolers over a 3-month multidisciplinary rehabilitation program. A multisource, multidimensional assessment battery was employed to track progress during treatment of 12 infants and preschoolers. Progress is reported in terms of developmental quotients, neurodevelopmental and neurobehavioral skills, and rhythmic behavior patterns. Discussion focuses on the utility of selected assessment devices for tracking recovery in order to guide and evaluate treatment.
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