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Post-concussion symptoms have been connected in a recent study to an increased risk of being diagnosed with depression. The study involved a comprehensive analysis of 18 research projects and over 9,000 patients. The researchers from the University of Ottawa and Bloorview Research Institute in Toronto noted that persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS) increased the risk of […]

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If you suffered a brain injury in an accident, nutrition may play a significant role in your recovery. Research has shown that many foods, including certain vegetables and proteins, can help a person build brain tissue and lower inflammation after a brain injury. Learn about the best nutrition considerations that promote brain health. Some Helpful […]

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Were you hurt in an accident caused by another party’s negligence? You may be left dealing with medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering, and other damages. A personal injury claim provides a path to justice and compensation—but navigating the claims process can be challenging. A demand letter is an important legal tool that can advance […]

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A recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine argues that the labels ranging from “mild” to “severe” routinely used to distinguish traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are outdated and do not provide patients or caregivers with helpful information. This report suggests creating an updated classification of TBIs to better aid patient care […]

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An experimental medication utilized to treat people with concussions is currently in its early stages of human trials. One study has revealed that the drug has the potential to reverse neural damage connected to traumatic brain injuries. This evidence lays the basis for a future drug that could prevent the cognitive deficits that result from […]

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Construction workers, pedestrians, and motorists can incur serious injuries as a result of construction site accidents. Construction workers make up a large amount of deadly and non-deadly traumatic brain injuries among all workers in the United States. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that more than 40,000 injuries and three death each year occur […]

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Created by engineers at the University of Wisconsin, an absorbent and lightweight nanotube-based foam could substantially cushion helmets to protect people from the substantial force of hard blows. This new material shows 18 times greater energy absorption than the foam that is currently being used by the United States military in addition to having greater […]

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Receiving a bump to the head can cause a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion. Medical experts have found that over 2 million people in the United States receive traumatic brain injuries each year. Whether caused by a car accident or striking the head, these injuries can lead people to face brain swelling and a […]

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Measuring brain activity could result in a more precise method for detecting concussions and assessing when those with brain injuries can return to vigorous activity. Recent research indicates that delta waves, which diminish with age and are often only present in adults with brain injuries, increased in people who had concussions. In many people with […]

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In a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, an examination was performed to decide whether patients obtained a more favorable result using Decompressive Craniectomy as a method of treating severe traumatic brain injury versus using the standard method of care. Of patients who are hospitalized with severe traumatic brain injuries, over half […]

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