Brain Injury
Symptoms of Brain Bleed After a Head Injury
Brian White | January 8, 2024 | Brain Injury
A headache or momentary dizziness is not the only effect you could face following a blow to the head. Whether you fall off a ladder, hit your head in a car accident, or are struck by a falling object, it’s important to be alert for signs of brain bleed. Brain bleed — also known as… read more
Concussion Without Loss of Consciousness
Brian White | November 10, 2023 | Brain Injury
Concussions are much more common than many people believe and can occur in a variety of circumstances. The force necessary to cause these brain injuries is also less than you may think, and not all concussions appear the same. In fact, many people get a concussion without losing consciousness at all. What Is a Concussion?… read more
Everything You Need to Know About Brain Stem Injuries
Brian White | April 17, 2023 | Brain Injury
If your body is like a machine, your brain is the central computer. It receives information about what is happening inside and outside your body, then processes that information and issues commands and directions to your body’s muscles, organs, and tissues. The brain stem is the portal through which all information flows, connecting the brain… read more
Can I Get a Concussion Without Hitting My Head?
Brian White | February 13, 2023 | Brain Injury
Most of us think we have a pretty good idea of how people get concussions. You’re in some sort of an accident, you hit your head, and you wind up with a concussion, right? But is it possible to get a concussion without ever hitting your head? You might be surprised to learn what can… read more
Delayed Concussion Symptoms
Brian White | August 7, 2022 | Brain Injury
A concussion happens when your brain suffers a mild injury. The injury causes the brain to swell, leading to physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms. These symptoms will usually not kill you. But they can temporarily impair your ability to work or even meet your daily needs like showering and dressing. Below, you will learn about… read more
What Is CTE?
Brian White | July 27, 2022 | Brain Injury
The degenerative brain condition known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is commonly observed in people who have had several traumatic blows to the head. CTE, once known as “punch drunk syndrome,” is closely associated with individuals who have experienced recurrent concussions. Understanding CTE CTE was once believed to be exclusive to boxers. However, over time… read more
4 Types of Brain Injuries and 3 Levels of Severity
Brian White | November 4, 2021 | Brain Injury
Doctors categorize brain injuries in many ways. The type of damage, the cause of the injury, and the severity of the injury help distinguish various types of brain injuries from each other. The different types of brain injuries can also explain the symptoms you might experience and your prognosis for recovery. These, in turn, will… read more
What is a Coup Contrecoup Brain Injury?
Brian White | July 26, 2020 | Brain Injury
Brain injuries are some of the most common types of injuries sustained by accident victims. From mild concussions to traumatic brain injury, brain injuries can cause numerous side effects and long-term impairments. Examples of causes of brain injury include, but are not limited to: There are many more ways that a person can suffer a… read more
What Are the Causes and Effects of Brain-Stem Injuries?
Brian White | July 8, 2020 | Brain Injury
Your brain stem is located at the top of the spinal cord. An injury to the brain stem can affect multiple body functions, including motor and sensory functions. Depending on the severity of the injury, a person could sustain debilitating impairments from a brain stem injury. What are the Effects of A Brain Stem Injury?… read more