Many people are familiar with the terms “concussion” and “traumatic brain injury,” but not many are familiar with the term “chronic traumatic encephalopathy.” This may be in large part due to the fact that CTE is not only rare but…
Content updated on January 9th, 2023. The brain and spinal cord use nerves to carry messages to the organs, muscles and other parts of the body in a way that is similar to electrical wiring, and the structure of a…
A traumatic brain injury often results in long-term and wide-ranging disabilities. The medical issues that arise from a TBI can permanently impact an individual’s quality of life and lead to financial issues because of medical bills and lost wages. These…
From an objective observer’s point of view, a person who lives with a traumatic brain injury is perfectly fine. Many TBI victims can perform the activities of daily living without a problem, maintain normal conversations, sustain meaningful relationships and, for…
Traumatic brain injuries require specialized treatment, and hospitals in Virginia owe a duty of care to ensure that patients receive adequate medical attention. It is critical that hospitals take care to prevent patients with head wounds or concussions from developing…
Most people in Virginia have some idea about the potentially devastating effects of an injury to the brain. These injuries can take many forms and be caused by a wide variety of experiences or instances. Certain sports like football, for…
Brain injuries are quite tricky. It is not always easy to tell if the brain has something wrong with it unless there is a visible injury. Even then, the effects are not always clear. The brain remains somewhat a mystery.…
Employees who suffer from TBI in Virginia may require special accommodations. If injured while holding a position in a company, brain injuries may make the work more difficult or impossible to perform. For any employee with physical limitations, the employer…
Any blow to the head can result in a traumatic brain injury. Whether from a fall, auto accident or sports injury, a TBI can have serious and wide-ranging physical and mental consequences. Seeking immediate medical care when a TBI occurs may improve…
Individuals in Virginia suffer from concussions from something as simple as a fall to as complicated as a car accident. Head injuries are unpredictable and may not show up immediately and at times may even be ignored by medical professionals.…