Research & Publications

Advancing the Evidence
Base in Neurological OT

Active researcher with peer-reviewed work focused on interoception, concussion rehabilitation, and neuro vision — pushing the field forward through evidence-based practice.

Meghan Chemidlin research and publications
Why Research Matters

Bridging Clinical Practice and Evidence

The fields of interoception and concussion rehabilitation are still maturing. Meghan's research fills gaps in the evidence base — particularly around the intersection of interoceptive awareness, self-regulation, and TBI recovery.

Working alongside Kelly Mahler, developer of the Interoception Curriculum, Meghan co-authored the first interoception-based curriculum specifically designed for individuals recovering from concussion. Her pilot study on self-regulation in adults with mTBI laid the groundwork for ongoing research exploring visual efficiency, motion capture technology, and polyvagal approaches.

She has presented this research at the International Brain Injury Association's 15th World Congress — the field's premier international conference.

Publications

Peer-Reviewed Research

Publication

Impact of an Interoception-Based Intervention on Self-Regulation in Adults with Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries: A Pilot Study

Peer-reviewed publication — to be published. Co-authored with Kelly Mahler. This pilot study examines the effectiveness of an interoception-based intervention for improving self-regulation in adults recovering from mild TBI.

Research in Progress

Active Studies

Ongoing research expanding our understanding of interoception, visual rehabilitation, and neurological recovery in OT practice.

In Progress

Impact of an Interoception-Based Intervention on Self-Regulation and Visual Efficiency Skills in Adults with Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries

Extending the pilot study to examine the relationship between interoceptive intervention, self-regulation, and visual efficiency outcomes in the mTBI population.

In Progress

The Use of Motion Capture Technology and the eTherapy App with Patients with Post-Concussion Visual Gaze Deficits: A Case Study Design

Exploring innovative technology-assisted assessment and treatment of post-concussion visual gaze deficits using motion capture and digital therapeutic tools.

In Progress

Capstone: Education on the Vagus Nerve

A capstone project focused on vagus nerve education for OT practitioners, exploring polyvagal approaches in neurological rehabilitation.

Conference Presentations

Sharing Research Nationally
and Internationally

International Brain Injury Association — 15th World Congress
Impact of an Interoception-Based Intervention on Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning in Adults with mTBIs

HELIX Conference
Presenter with Kelly Mahler: Interoception

VISCON: Vision Rehab Summit
Neuro vision rehabilitation in occupational therapy

BrainSTEPS
Interoception Presentation

Collaboration

Co-Author with Kelly Mahler of the Interoception Curriculum

Meghan co-published an Interoception Curriculum specifically for individuals who have sustained concussions alongside Kelly Mahler, the developer of the widely-used Interoception Curriculum. The curriculum is available through Kelly Mahler's platform.

View the Curriculum ↗