Brain Injury
New Pediatric TBI Treatment Guidelines Issued by the CDC
Adults who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can incur serious, life-changing consequences, whether the injury is diagnosed as mild, moderate, or severe. Children who sustain these injuries, however, can suffer even greater devastation. Various activities such as bike riding, rollerblading, or any number of sporting activities can leave kids susceptible to sustaining serious head…
Read MoreIncreased Risk of Parkinson’s Disease After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, According to New Study
The American Academy of Neurology published a study on April 18, 2018 that evaluates the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the aftermath of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The study sample consisted of 325,870 patients served by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The timeframe covered by the study involved patients in the VHA…
Read More6 Common Myths and Misconceptions About Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (“TBI”) contributes to about 30% of all injury deaths in the United States. A TBI can be caused by a bump or a blow to the head, or it can be a result of strong forces, such as in a car crash. While not every blow to the head will result in…
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