Traumatic Brain Injury Archives - Page 3 of 3

Brain’s “Helper Cells” Can Turn Toxic After Brain and Spinal Injury

Neurodegenerative diseases, such as brain injuries and spinal injuries, can result in serious, life-long complications. Yet some cases have better outcomes than others. Researchers now believe this may be at least partially attributed to an issue in the brain’s astrocytes - special cells that surround and support neurons. Understanding the Purpose of Astrocytes Astrocytes were once thought to be nothing more than packing cells that support neurons. Yet science recently [...]

admin2017-02-07T10:07:00+00:00February 7, 2017|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

Practicing Yoga May Help You Recover from a Traumatic Brain Injury

Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that at least 1.7 million people suffer from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year. The majority of those sufferers (about 1.365 million) are treated and then released to heal. Unfortunately, this healing process can take weeks, and sometimes months. Over that time, the individual may be unable to work or enjoy the activities they normally do. Some claim that [...]

admin2017-01-04T09:43:00+00:00January 4, 2017|Green Bay Personal Injury Attorney|

Continued Sleep Disturbance Could Signify Ongoing Complications from Traumatic Brain Injury

Every year, about 2.5 million people in America suffer from traumatic brain injury. Most will recover, but some will have lasting complications. A new study reveals that sleep quality could be one of the first indications of whether a victim is recovering or potentially suffering with ongoing complications. The following explains further, and provides some key information on your rights to compensation if negligence played a role in your head [...]

admin2016-12-21T10:38:00+00:00December 21, 2016|Green Bay Personal Injury Attorney|

Study: Concussion Rates in Children May Be Significantly Underreported

Like adults, children can suffer a concussion after any major blow or sudden acceleration or deceleration of the head experienced during an automobile accident, fall, or sports injury. However, the signs and symptoms may be harder to detect for parents, which can leave children at risk for long-term complications. Furthermore, a recent study indicates that concussions in children may go largely unreported and unseen by emergency room doctors. This, too, [...]

admin2016-06-23T14:10:49+00:00June 23, 2016|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|

Knowing How to Recognize Early Signs of TBI Key to Effective Treatment

Each year, an estimated 1.7 million Americans experience a concussion. These injuries, otherwise known as traumatic brain injuries (TBI), are usually caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head and range in severity from “mild” to “severe.” Lasting effects may include memory problems, mood swings, vision problems, and more. Moreover, these effects can linger for months, years, or even the remainder of a victim's life. However, improved outcomes [...]

admin2016-06-16T15:24:07+00:00June 16, 2016|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

Traumatic Brain Injury Linked to Alzheimer Plaques in Recent Study

Once thought to be mostly a minor injury that required only a few weeks of healing, head injuries are now known to have effects that can last for months, and possibly even the rest of someone's life. A recent study, which found a link to Alzheimer plaques in concussion sufferers, has now been added as a possible consequence of a head injury. The Brain Trauma and Alzheimer's Link Alzheimer's is [...]

admin2016-03-11T07:00:00+00:00March 11, 2016|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

How Do You Know if You Have a Mild Brain Injury?

The signs, symptoms, and effects of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can vary significantly from one victim to another. For this reason, there is no one method of determining whether or not an injured victim has sustained this type of injury. A mild TBI, such as a concussion, is often referred to as a “silent injury” because there are generally no outward or immediately identifiable signs of the injury. However, [...]

admin2015-11-05T07:00:00+00:00November 5, 2015|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Seek Medical Attention as Soon as Possible after an Auto Accident

If you are involved in a severe accident and require emergency trauma care, the emergency personnel at the scene will likely transport you to the nearest medical facility. However, if you do not require emergency care, you should still seek medical attention as soon as possible. Too many individuals suffer injuries in auto accidents and fail to get properly evaluated, which can lead to unforeseen complications or chronic injuries. Even [...]

admin2015-08-27T09:46:23+00:00August 27, 2015|Car Accidents|

Common Injuries Suffered in Bicycle Accidents

Any type of traffic-related accident can be dangerous and has the potential to cause serious injuries. However, some people tend to be at greater risk for more severe injuries than others. Specifically, individuals who ride bicycles on or near roadways often suffer devastating injuries in the event of a collision. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in 2013 alone, approximately 48, 000 cyclists sustained injuries in accidents [...]

admin2015-05-27T08:49:01+00:00May 27, 2015|Wisconsin Recreational Vehicle Accidents|

Recovering for a Traumatic Brain Injury

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an average of 1.7 million individuals suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) on an annual basis in the United States and require medical treatment. Of those TBI victims, an estimated 275, 000 require extended hospitalization. Nearly 52, 000 do not survive. Even if a victim does survive, he or she may require extensive treatment for injuries sustained—injuries which can greatly [...]

admin2015-05-19T07:00:22+00:00May 19, 2015|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|