The Demographics of TBI
According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than three million Americans seek medical treatment every year for some level of concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI). Approximately 10 percent of those patients require some hospitalization. Are there specific factors that make you more prone to sustain a TBI? How do those factors contribute to your risk of a traumatic brain injury?
What Are the Leading Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury?
Understanding the most common causes of TBIs can help identify and explain why certain people may be at greater risk of brain trauma. CDC statistics show that most traumatic brain injuries are caused by the following incidents:
- A slip and fall
- A falling object
- The impact of a motor vehicle accident
- A physical assault
- Contact during an athletic or recreational event
What Types of People Are More Likely to Sustain a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Nearly half of all TBI victims are either small children (under the age of 5) or elderly individuals (over the age of 75). In fact, the latter category accounted for about a third (32%) of all traumatic brain injuries reported in 2019. Researchers say that elder individuals typically experience loss of muscle tone and strength, particularly in their legs, and also experience balance issues. This puts them at greater risk of falling on steps, stairs, torn carpet or defective flooring or uneven pavement or asphalt.
The data collected by the CDC also indicates that men are far more likely to suffer a TBI than women and the injuries tend to be more serious. For example, in 2019, about four of every five men who sustained a TBI required hospitalization. Less than half (43%) of women who experienced a traumatic brain injury spent any time in the hospital. Researchers say this stems from the inclination of men to engage in higher-risk behaviors.
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At Advantage Healthcare Systems, we have extensive experience working successfully with individuals who suffer any type of concussion, TBI or traumatic brain injury. Call us toll-free at 1-877-487-8289 or fill out the form provided below to schedule an assessment. We offer locations across Texas, including Fort Worth, Dallas and San Antonio.
