Brain Injuries

Table of Contents Contrary to a prevalent belief, a concussion — or a form of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) — can occur without an outright blow to the head. In fact, any external force that leads to rapid movement of your brain inside your skull could potentially result in this condition. Understanding concussions and […]

Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. While many outdated sources characterize concussions as a less serious TBI, and a doctor may call your concussion a mild TBI, that by no means equals a non-serious injury. They are extremely serious—the effects can disable

“I think your child has a minor concussion,” says a coach when you’re picking up your son after football practice. The coach tells you about the hit that your son took during practice, as well as the symptoms of concussion that he is experiencing – a headache and sensitivity to light. However, the coach also

An estimated 3 million people suffer traumatic brain injuries each year in the United States. Around 10 percent of those injuries are concussions. A large portion of the individuals sustaining concussions are student-athletes. Nearly every sport and recreational activity can result in a concussion; however, this type of injury is more common among contact sports,

Around 1.5 million individuals in the United States suffer a traumatic brain injury each year, many of those injuries are concussions incurred in motor vehicle accidents, falls, violence, and sports or recreation-related activities. A concussion is commonly referred to as “mild” traumatic brain injury. For many people, however, the injury is anything but mild, resulting

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are serious injuries that often result in long term or even permanent mental and physical damage. While sports are a popular way for people to get exercise, have fun, and build relationships, playing sports, especially high contact sports, can lead to serious injuries, including TBIs. Read on for more information on

Table of Contents Of all potential bodily injuries, among the worst are those that involve the brain. The brain is responsible for controlling all the body’s functions and involuntary responses through signals sent by the spinal cord to its various organs, structures, and systems. Unfortunately, as important as the brain is to survival and function,

When you have a concussion, you might not know it. It does not always affect people the way they think it would. You do not have to pass out or fall to the ground with excruciating pain. If you are in a car accident, you might tell the investigating officer that you feel just fine.