The Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association encourages an interdisciplinary team approach among all professionals who provide rehabilitative services to individuals who have suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Following is a listing of North America-based (US & Canada) and international professional associations and organizations where you can find additional information about these professionals and the services they offer.
Chiropractic
International Optometry
Naturopathic Medicine
Neurology
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Ophthalmology
Optometry
Psychology
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation
Speech-Language-Hearing
Sports Vision
Stroke
Vestibular Disorders
Women & Concussions
Chiropractic
American Chiropractic Association
www.acatoday.org
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is the largest professional chiropractic organization in the United States.
International Optometry
The Australian College of Behavioural Optometrists
www.acbo.org.au
Provides Australian, New Zealand and Asian optometrists with education and training in behavioural optometry.
Behavioral Optometry Academy Foundation
www.boaf-eu.org
The Behavioral Optometry Academy Foundation (BOAF) is a network of highly qualified and interdisciplinary open minded Optometrists, with a specialist interest in how vision affects human performance. Because BOAF is a multilingual organization this website is featured with "Google-Translate". But, it also provides three separate language sections: German, Italian and English.
British Association of Behavioral Optometry
http://babo.co.uk/
The British Association of Behavioural Optometrists is a network of highly qualified and motivated Optometrists, with a specialist interest in how vision affects human performance.
Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy & Rehabilitation
www.visiontherapycanada.com
Dedicated to enhancing optometric education and public awareness of Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation to improve the lives of our patients.
Consejo Mexicano de Optimetria Funcional
www.comof.mx
The Council of Functional Optometry is an international organization of optometrists, visual therapists, professionals from related fields and students.
Sociedad Internacional de Optometria del Desarrollo y del Comportamiento (Madrid)
www.siodec.org
Non-profit association of optometrists who work under the behavioral philosophy, dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of visual problems of children and adults and their relationship with the activities that take place daily.
Societá Optometrica Italiana
www.sopti.it
Technical-scientific association with the aim of promoting the development and diffusion of optometric culture and responsible practice.
Naturopathic Medicine
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
www.naturopathic.org
The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) is the national professional society representing licensed naturopathic doctors. The AANP’s physician members are graduates of naturopathic medical schools accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education.
Members also include naturopathic medicine students and other health care professionals.
Neurology
American Academy of Neurology
www.aan.com
Mission: To promote the highest quality patient-centered neurologic care and enhance member career satisfaction.
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
www.aans.org
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) is a scientific and educational association with more than 10,000 members worldwide. It is dedicated to advancing the specialty of neurological surgery in order to provide the highest quality of neurosurgical care to the public. Fellows of the AANS are board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or the Mexican Council of Neurological Surgery, A.C.
American Neurological Association
www.myana.org
The American Neurological Association is a professional society of academic neurologists and neuroscientists devoted to advancing the goals of academic neurology; to training and educating neurologists and other physicians in the neurologic sciences; and to expanding both our understanding of diseases of the nervous system and our ability to treat them.
International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation
www.iafnr.org
The International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation (IAFNR) promotes, protects and advances interdisciplinary scientific and clinical Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation Sciences at the national and international levels. The Mission of IAFNR is to support and present world class research in the area of Functional Neurology.
International Brain Injury Association
www.internationalbrain.org
The International Brain Injury Association (IBIA) is dedicated to the development and support of multidisciplinary medical and clinical professionals, advocates, policy makers, consumers and others who work to improve outcomes and opportunities for persons with brain injury.
Nutrition
American Nutrition Association
www.americannutritionassociation.org
The American Nutrition Association is a non-profit organization on a mission to promote optimal health through nutrition education.
Occupational Therapy
The American Occupational Therapy Association
www.aota.org
The American Occupational Therapy Association is a national professional association that represents the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services. Current AOTA membership is approximately 60,000, including occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and occupational therapy students
Ophthalmology
American Academy of Ophthalmology
www.aao.org
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. The mission of the American Academy of Ophthalmology is to protect sight and empower lives by serving as an advocate for patients and the public, leading ophthalmic education, and advancing the profession of ophthalmology.
Optometry
American Optometric Association
www.aoa.org
The American Optometric Association is the leading authority on quality care and an advocate for our nation's health, representing more than 44,000 doctors of optometry (O.D.), optometric professionals and optometry students.
College of Optometrists in Vision Development
www.covd.org
The College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD) is a non-profit, international membership association of eye care professionals including optometrists, optometry students, and vision therapists., COVD provides board certification for optometrists and vision therapists who are prepared to offer state-of-the-art services in: Behavioral and Developmental vision care, Vision Therapy, and Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation.
The Optometric Extension Program Foundation
www.oepf.org
The Optometric Extension Program Foundation is an international organization* dedicated to the advancement of the discipline of optometry through the gathering and dissemination of information on vision and the visual process.
College of Syntonic Optometry
www.collegeofsyntonicoptometry.com
The College of Syntonic Optometry is an active and growing post-graduate educational organization with branches in Australia, Europe, Mexico, and Great Britain. Established in 1933, its members include optometrists and other health professionals and supporters from around the world. Those who achieve a clinical level of experience and mastery are awarded the status of Fellow.
Psychology
American Psychological Association
www.apa.org
The American Psychological Association is the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States, with more than 115,700 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students as its members.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
www.aapmr.org
Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), also known as physiatry or rehabilitation medicine, aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. The Academy is the primary medical society for the specialty of physical medicine and rehabilitation .
Physical Therapy
Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy
www.neuropt.org
The Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT) is one of 18 specialty sections within the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Its mission is to serve neurologic physical therapy providers and to advance evidence-based practice, education, and research in neurologic physical therapy. There are seven special interest groups within the Academy which include Assistive Technology/Seating & Wheeled Mobility, Balance and Falls, Brain Injury, Degenerative Diseases, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke and Vestibular Rehabilitation. These special interest groups provide a forum to discuss advances in practice and the challenges of patient care within these specialty areas.
American Physical Therapy Association
www.apta.org
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is an individual membership professional organization representing more than 100,000 member physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students of physical therapy. APTA seeks to improve the health and quality of life of individuals in society by advancing physical therapist practice, education, and research, and by increasing the awareness and understanding of physical therapy's role in the nation's health care system.
Rehabilitation
The National Rehabilitation Association
www.nationalrehab.org
The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) is the oldest professional member organization in the United States that advocates for the rights of individuals with disabilities while also promoting high quality, ethical, and collaborative practice across the rehabilitation profession. The NRA is comprised of counselors, educators, researchers, and diverse agents of community integration.
Speech-Language-Hearing
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
www.asha.org
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 198,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology support personnel; and students.
Sports Vision
The International Sports Vision Association
www.sportsvision.pro
An organization of Optometrists, Athletic Trainers, Therapists, Physicians or Sports Teams dedicated to evaluating, training and improving vision performance in athletes. The focus of the organization is to promote prevention of sports vision injuries, vision enhancement therapy, prevention and treatment of concussive injuries for athletes, contact lenses and other eyewear options for athletes.
Stroke
American Stroke Association
The American Stroke Association is a relentless force for a world with fewer strokes and longer, healthier lives. We team with millions of volunteers and donors to ensure equitable health and stroke care in all communities. We work to prevent, treat and beat stroke by funding innovative research, fighting for the public’s health, and providing lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based association was created in 1998 as a division of the American Heart Association. To learn more or to get involved, call 1-888-4STROKE or visit stroke.org. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Vestibular Disorders
Vestibular Disorders Association
www.vestibular.org
More than 35% of US adults aged 40 years and older (69 million people) experience vestibular dysfunction at some point in their lives. For almost 30 years, the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA) has been a highly respected source of scientifically credible information on vestibular disorders. Through its publications and online community, VeDA has reached millions of vestibular patients with critical information and support.
Women & Concussions
PINK Concussions
www.pinkconcussions.com
PINK Concussions is a non-profit organization to focus on pre-injury education and post-injury medical care for women and girls with brain injury including concussion incurred from sport, domestic violence, accidents or military service. Its mission is to drive change and innovation to develop and implement sex-specific/gender-responsive, evidence-based strategies for the identification, management and support of women and girls with brain injuries.