The Different Levels of Traumatic Brain Injury According to statistics gathered by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the second-leading cause of hospitalizations for traumatic brain injury, second only to falls. In a collision, the head or skull can impact, with … [Read more...]
Car Accidents a Common Cause of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Studies Show Motor Vehicle Crashes Cause One in Five Traumatic Brain Injuries According to statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 20% of all hospitalizations related to traumatic brain injury involve patients hurt in motor vehicle accidents. Car wrecks are the … [Read more...]
Traumatic Brain Injury—The Symptoms
Telltale Signs of TBI According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the majority of people who suffer a traumatic brain injury experience full or significant recovery in a relatively short period of time, provided they obtain appropriate medical treatment. CDC statistics indicate that 75-90% … [Read more...]
Traumatic Brain Injury—More Common than You Think
Statistics Show Pervasiveness of TBI Most of us have had a bump on the head at some point, but few of us understand how serious a bump or blow to the skull can be. Many people suffer moderate or serious traumatic brain injury every day, and TBIs account for about one-third of all injury-related … [Read more...]
How to Know If You Have a Concussion
Recognizing the Warning Symptoms of a Serious Bump to the Head We all have experienced a significant bump to the head, whether in a recreational sports event, on the job, in a motor vehicle accident, or just doing something around the house. Often, you notice a big lump or maybe even a cut, but you … [Read more...]
Recovering from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
What to Expect Immediately After and Long Term If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that requires significant medical treatment and perhaps even rehabilitation or physical therapy, you may be concerned about the short-term and long-term effects of your injury. What challenges can you expect … [Read more...]
The Glasgow Coma Scale
Determining the Severity of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) When you've suffered any type of blow or injury to your head, one of the first and most important steps is to determine the extent and severity of the injury, as that will dictate the course of care. Most professionals who treat traumatic … [Read more...]
Treatment Options for Traumatic Brain Injury ( TBI )
Physical Therapy | Speech and Language Therapy | Occupational Therapy When you suffer a brain injury, it's important to work closely with a medical caregiver to determine the best approach for returning you to health. Every injury is different, and each patient responds differently to the various … [Read more...]
Concussions and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
Degenerative Brain Disorders Caused by Repetitive Head Trauma There's been a lot of press over the past few years about concussions—and with good reason. One recent study found that 87% of professional and amateur football players had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a permanent and … [Read more...]
Will Wearing a Helmet Prevent a Concussion?
Not Necessarily…But It's Still a Very Good Idea According to national studies, about two million athletes suffer some type of concussion in the United States every year. Many safety advocates have called for mandatory helmet laws and rules, arguing that many or most concussions could be avoided … [Read more...]
