What Is a Concussion? What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury? Are They the Same Thing? The terms “concussion” and “traumatic brain injury” are well-known in our culture, sometimes used interchangeably to describe virtually any bump or blow to the head. … [Read more...]
Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury
Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome
What Is Post-Concussion Syndrome? What Are the Symptoms? What Factors Increase Your Susceptibility to Post-Concussion Syndrome? The vast majority of people who suffer a concussion make a full recovery within two to four weeks. For some victims, … [Read more...]
The Likelihood of a Concussion at Work
What Are the Risks? What Should You Do after a Head Injury on the Job? According to published medical studies, nearly 25% of all mild traumatic brain injuries (also referred to as concussions) occur in the workplace. While the Centers for Disease … [Read more...]
Concussions in Motor Vehicle Accidents
What Is the Likelihood of a Concussion in a Car Wreck? What Do You Need to Do if You’ve Suffered a Head Injury in a Crash? The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that about one in every five mild traumatic brain injuries suffered in the … [Read more...]