by Jeremy Winter | Dec 29, 2021 | Brain Injury
When an injury damages specific sections of the brain, the nervous system is unable to send standard signals to the body. A coma is defined as a “state of prolonged unconsciousness.” It may be caused by traumatic head injury, stroke, brain tumor, drug or alcohol...
by Jeremy Winter | Dec 15, 2021 | Brain Injury
Every brain injury is unique, and so is everyone’s recovery process. Some patients may require intensive rehab from an inpatient facility. Others may progress through their recovery stages reasonably quickly. While everyone’s recovery process is dependent on their...
by Jeremy Winter | Dec 1, 2021 | Brain Injury
While COVID-19 is commonly associated with respiratory illness, it has been shown to affect other parts of the body as well. In a report from the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), three researchers attempted to explain the potential causes of various...
by Jeremy Winter | Nov 18, 2021 | Brain Injury
Swimming is a great activity for both leisure and exercise. Going to the beach or swimming in a pool can be the perfect way to spend the day during the summer. Unfortunately, an ocean or even a pool can be dangerous without proper safety precautions. The CDC estimates...
by Jeremy Winter | Nov 8, 2021 | Brain Injury
Rather than performing on a stage, synchronized swimmers perform in the water. Synchronized swimming is similar to dance; therefore, the sport is sometimes called water ballet. Swimmers can perform solo, as a duet, or on a team of four to eight people. The objective...
by Jeremy Winter | Oct 29, 2021 | Brain Injury
Could Pesticides cause traumatic brain injury? Pesticides are known neurotoxins used in agriculture, homes, landscapes, and workplaces to prevent or kill invasive pests or weeds. Many pesticides are only dangerous in large quantities and consistent exposure, but some...
