TBIs and why tools like My Emotional Navigator, Evalu8Now, MeMinder and ConnectAbility are meeting critical need

Recovering from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a long‑term journey that requires structure, emotional support, and tools that adapt to daily challenges. Today, enabling technology is becoming one of the most powerful supports for rebuilding independence – and the research strongly backs this shift.

What the Research Shows: TBI Populations Are Tech‑Ready

1. 93% of individuals with moderate‑to‑severe TBI use smartphones

A large survey of 2,665 individuals with TBI (with 472 respondents) found that 441 used smartphones regularly-that’s 93% of respondents.

Source: Dillahunt‑Aspillaga et al., 2024, Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation

2. Younger adults with TBI use more advanced smartphone features

The same study found that individuals 18-44 were significantly more likely to use apps, web browsing, and advanced phone functions, while those 45+ relied more on calling and texting.

Source: Dillahunt‑Aspillaga et al., 2024

3. Tele‑rehab and videoconferencing are highly feasible for TBI survivors

A 2024 study reported that most adults with moderate‑to‑severe TBI have:

• Daily internet access
• Multiple devices
• High self‑reported tech skills
  This makes remote coaching and digital supports not only possible, but practical.
• Source: Hahn et al., 2024, Disability and Rehabilitation

4. Digital mental health tools are increasingly used in TBI care

A 2025 scoping review found that most digital mental health interventions for TBI rely on smartphone apps and SMS, with a strong emphasis on real‑time emotional and behavioral monitoring.

Source: Hunt et al., 2025, Journal of Medical Internet Research

5. Engagement is strong when tools are simple, visual, and personalized

Across 23 studies, digital interventions showed:

• Higher engagement
• Better access to care
• Strong use of patient‑reported outcomes
  But also a need for tools that adapt to cognitive fatigue and memory challenges.
  Source: Hunt et al., 2025

Where CreateAbility Fits In: Tools Built for Real‑World TBI Needs

The research confirms what CreateAbility has always known:
People with TBI thrive when technology is intuitive, supportive, and built around their daily lives.

Here’s how your products align perfectly with the needs highlighted in the data.

🧠 My Emotional Navigator

Supports emotional regulation and real‑time coping

With research showing a rise in digital mental health tools for TBI, My Emotional Navigator provides:

• Real‑time emotional check‑ins
• Personalized coping strategies
• Pattern tracking
• Actionable insights for care teams

This directly aligns with the evidence that real‑time emotional monitoring is one of the most effective digital interventions for TBI.

📊 Evalu8Now

Delivers remote monitoring and patient‑reported outcomes

Since studies highlight the importance of PROMs and remote tracking, Evalu8Now offers:

• Daily or weekly check‑ins
• Symptom and mood tracking
• Behavioral trend data
• Alerts for care teams

It bridges the gap between in‑person therapy and everyday life-exactly what TBI survivors need.

⏱️ MeMinder

Strengthens memory, routines, and executive functioning

With 93% of TBI survivors using smartphones, MeMinder becomes a natural fit for:

• Step‑by‑step task prompting
• Visual schedules
• Independence in daily routines
• Reduced caregiver prompting

This is the kind of enabling technology that increases autonomy and reduces frustration.

🌐 ConnectAbility

Supports tele‑rehab, remote coaching, and secure communication

Given the strong feasibility of videoconferencing for TBI, ConnectAbility provides:

• Secure video check‑ins
• Remote support sessions
• Digital coaching
• A safe communication channel

It aligns perfectly with the shift toward hybrid and remote rehabilitation models.

Why This Matters

Enabling technology doesn’t replace human support – it amplifies it.

For individuals with TBI, these tools:

• Reduce overwhelm
• Increase independence
• Improve emotional stability
• Strengthen memory and follow‑through
• Support safer, more confident daily living

For caregivers and providers, they offer:

• Real‑time insights
• Better communication
• Reduced burnout
• More effective interventions

The Future of TBI Support Is Tech‑Enabled…and It’s Already Here

The data is clear: people with TBI are using technology every day. They’re ready for tools that help them navigate emotions, routines, communication, and recovery.

CreateAbility’s suite – My Emotional Navigator, Evalu8Now, MeMinder, and ConnectAbility – is uniquely positioned to meet this moment with dignity, clarity, and empowerment.

If you’d like to schedule a demo to see what the CreateAbility Suite of Enabling Technology for Traumatic Brain Injuries can do for your patients, please reach out here.

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