What Types of Changes Can You Expect? What Factors Determine Your Susceptibility to Personality Changes? Many of the consequences of a bump or blow to the head are tangible—headaches, balance issues and cognitive challenges are easily observable. Others, though, are much more subtle, including … [Read more...]
Ways that You Can Help Your Loved Ones after a Concussion or TBI
How You Can Best Support a Friend or Family Member after a Traumatic Brain Injur When your loved one has suffered any type of bump or blow to the head, you want to get them to an experienced medical professional as soon as possible, so that they can get all the care they need. But their recovery … [Read more...]
Is a Migraine Headache Common after a Concussion?
Is There a Link between Concussions and Migraines? Are They Treated the Same? One of the common symptoms of a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a headache. Research indicates that more than 95% of all people who suffer a concussion can expect a headache. In the majority of cases, … [Read more...]
The Different Types and Classifications of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Are There Different Kinds of TBIs? How Do You Know How Severe Your Injury Is? When you've suffered any type of bump or blow to the head, you want to get immediate medical attention. Even what seems like a relatively minor injury can have serious consequences, so prompt medical care is … [Read more...]
Can a Traumatic Brain Injury Cause Hormonal Imbalance?
Recognizing the Symptoms of Hypopituitarism Many of the consequences of a concussion or traumatic brain injury are readily apparent immediately after your accident. You can typically expect headaches, dizziness or confusion, and even nausea within minutes of a TBI. But a concussion can also lead … [Read more...]
Frustration and Irritability after a Traumatic Brain Injury
Common Causes | Ways to Minimize One of the common symptoms of a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI) is significant emotional changes. It may take the form of mood swings or can manifest in depression, anxiety, frustration or anger. What are the common causes of these emotional changes? … [Read more...]
Near-Infrared Light Therapy for Treatment of a Traumatic Brain Injury
Cutting Edge Technology Shows Promise for Improved Cognitive Function In the aftermath of a traumatic brain injury, much of the medical care can typically focus on alleviating symptoms, while letting the brain and body take care of much of the healing. Therapies typically focus on helping improve … [Read more...]
Can Video Games Help with Recovery from a TBI?
The Pros and Cons of Video Games after a Traumatic Brain Injury When you’ve suffered a traumatic brain injury, one of the things you expect is an increased sensitivity to light. For that reason, your doctor may recommend that you minimize your exposure to screens, such as television monitors, … [Read more...]
The Impact of a Concussion on Your Food Choices
Will a Traumatic Brain Injury Give You a Sweet Tooth? There are many common symptoms of a concussion—fatigue, nausea, increased sensitivity to light and sound, cognitive dysfunction. But one that many people also experience is a change in food preferences or cravings. Surprisingly, many concussion … [Read more...]
Sensitivity to Sound and Light after a Concussion
What You Can Expect after a Traumatic Brain Injury Scientific studies consistently show that increased sensitivity to both light and sound are commonly reported by individuals who have suffered a concussion or TBI. Though the incidence of sound sensitivity, or phonophobia, is slightly higher (50%), … [Read more...]