Traumatic Brain Injury Law BlogCanadian Skier Injured After Practice Run Sarah Burke, a Canadian freestyle skier who was injured on during a practice run had successful surgery to repair a vertebral artery tear, which had caused bleeding in her skull. The tear in Burke's neck artery which supplies blood to the brain, caused an intracranial hemorrhage, a statement... Read More at the Traumatic Brain Injury Blog Traumatic Brain Injury Could Increase Violent Crimes Study Says A new study has found that suffering a head injury can drastically increase the chances that someone will commit a violent crime. This study looked at 22,914 people who had experienced a traumatic brain injury. Almost 9 percent of them went on to commit acts of violence after diagnosis. Compared... Read More at the Traumatic Brain Injury Blog - See our Traumatic Brain Injury Glossary |
Home : Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic Brain InjuryOver 1.4 million Americans suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) every year. Of those, 50,000 die and over 200,000 need hospitalization and/or treatment, and many experience altered or lost functional ability. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that, in the United States, there are currently 5.3 million individuals suffering from a brain injury that will have life-long effects. The emotional distress, physical challenges and financial burdens that these victims and their families face are beyond what they ever could have predicted. Possible causes of a brain injury are everywhere. One cannot predict or plan for a life changing event. Furthermore, many individuals do not have the resources that it would take to make normal life possible after such an event. This site is dedicated to helping victims and their families find information and resources that will help them cope with the effects of a brain injury. Use the pages within this site to find factual information, stories, and legal assistance. If you believe that you or a loved one has experienced a brain injury due to negligence or misconduct of another, please fill out a contact form to locate a brain injury law firm in your area. LegalView has a network of experienced lawyers who can provide you with knowledge and counsel. Traumatic Brain Injury
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Traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from sudden trauma to the head. Trauma is caused primarily by vehicle crashes, firearms and falls. Other causes of TBI include strokes and infections. A person with a concussion (mild TBI) may lose consciousness briefly and experience symptoms including headaches and dizziness. Moderate and severe TBI result in a longer loss of consciousness and symptoms such as memory loss, nausea, slurred speech and loss of coordination. TBI treatment starts with trauma care such as surgery and medication. Treatment could include rehabilitation through physical and occupational therapy. Treatment is diverse because each injury is unique, and the brain controls all that a person does. Brain injuries are not curable but can be prevented through measures like wearing seat belts and firearm safety. |




