Is Traumatic Brain Injury More Common Among Older Adults?
The CDC reported that 1.5 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, each year. Traumatic brain injuries are considered a catastrophic injury that may be deadly. While diagnostic and treatment options for TBI have improved over time, older adults have...
Cognitive Exercises You Can Do at Home for TBI
Suffering from a traumatic brain injury may seem like something that is rare and only occurs in severe accidents. Unfortunately, this serious injury is more common than you may think. Annually, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) account for approximately 2.8 million...
Can a Stay in Intensive Care Lead to Long-Term Brain Damage?
A stay in an intensive care unit is not a fate wished upon anyone. People admitted to intensive care are already suffering from a severe health condition, and unfortunately, many people have come out worse than they went in. A recent study found that even after three...
Is Brain Fog a Symptom of Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic brain injuries are more common than people believe. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that an estimated 1.5 million U.S. residents sustain a TBI each year. Over 200,000 of those who sustain a TBI are hospitalized and survive....
Survivors of Domestic Violence May Not Know They Have Brain Injuries
While most individuals experiencing domestic violence report head injuries, many aren’t aware of the severe harm the brain can sustain due to a blow to the head. A study done by the Brain Injury Association of America found that 67% of the surveyed survivors reported...
Are Drivers over-Relying on Advanced Safety Features?
If you have gotten a new car in the last few years, you likely have a vehicle equipped with advanced safety features. Some of these features include blind-spot detectors, lane assistance, and forward-collision warning. Being offered on even the most basic models of...
How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in California?
After an accident, you are likely confused, shocked, and anxious. Your immediate next steps should include contacting local law enforcement and seeking medical attention. If another person’s negligent actions are to blame for the accident, you might be able to pursue...
What Happens after You’ve Suffered a Complex or Unusual Injury?
Catastrophic events often cause severe harm to those involved, and in just a few short moments, these accidents may change your everyday routine. The Falling Forward Foundation states that over 1 million people suffer catastrophic medical events annually, and many of...