Dealing with a traumatic brain injury can be a massive, life-altering challenge, especially when it leads to other serious medical issues – as it often does. While it is no surprise to many medical experts, a recent study confirmed that TBI (traumatic brain injury) is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. Even sustaining a mild TBI has been
Experiencing a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as the result of an accident can change your life in unimaginable ways, as well as significantly impact the lives of your loved ones. TBI can be defined “as an alteration in brain functioning or brain pathology caused by an external force.” A TBI can usually be caused by a violent or forceful impact
The symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can be devastating, especially when they happen to children. Traumatic Brain Injury, even if it is mild, can lead to other problems, one of which is post-concussion syndrome, also known as persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS). Concussion in and of itself is a mild traumatic brain injury which usually occurs if there is a
Sports injuries are unfortunately common among students in California. When injuries after school-sponsored athletics events occur due to an act of negligence, financial compensation could be available. Our team of serious injury lawyers could assist with pursuing these claims. Often, school districts are careless in how they regulate or officiate these events. Their actions could have contributed to your, or
Sooner or later, children playing sports are likely to get hurt. Fortunately, most of these injuries are relatively minor, but a concussion can be very serious. According to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, children who previously suffered a concussion are four times as likely to sustain another. Researchers note this is an essential factor for doctors to consider when
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury that results from a jolt impacting the head, a direct blow to the head, or rapid movement of the head back and forth. TBIs contribute to almost 50,000 fatalities annually, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and are at least a factor in roughly 30% of all deaths
A moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be among the most serious injuries a person can sustain. According to the findings of a recent study, the potential long-term complications of a TBI may include an increased risk of suicide. There are many possible causes of brain injuries, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, construction accidents, and
Some of the most heartbreaking injuries are those that are invisible to the outside world. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause limitations including physical and emotional disabilities, inability to work, and even inability to care for oneself. Sufferers of TBI and the loved ones who care for them are often desperate for signs that the damage can be repaired.
Concussions are serious head injuries that can cause multiple symptoms and deterioration in the brain. Concussions have been in the news a lot lately, especially in regard to the danger they pose to youth and adults who play sports. But many may not realize how frequent concussions (and TBI, or traumatic brain injuries) are in car accidents. Concussions Are a Leading
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) leaves more than just a physical effect. Those who suffer a moderate or severe TBI often suffer not just physical impairment but also emotional and cognitive impairments. Modern trends in therapy aim have a holistic effect, helping the patient regain both physical and non-physical abilities. Appropriate therapy after TBI The impact of a brain injury will
