Things You Can Do to Facilitate Your Recovery In the immediate aftermath of a A traumatic brain injury (TBI), whether a concussion or more serious TBI, one of your first steps should be to schedule an appointment with your primary care physician, who can conduct a thorough and accurate assessment. … [Read more...]
Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury—The Same Thing?
Are They Different? If So, How? Over the past decade, there has been a lot of press about concussions and other traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs. Often, the terms get used interchangeably, suggesting that they may be one and the same thing. Is that accurate? If not, what's the difference between a … [Read more...]
Can Workplace Injuries Lead to Chronic Pain?
What Is Chronic Pain? What Types of Workplace Injuries Are Commonly Associated with Chronic Pain? It's no secret that the workplace can be hazardous to our health, even when safety measures are in place. Statistics show that nearly three million people file workers' compensation claims every year, … [Read more...]
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Concussions and Car Accidents
The Chances of Suffering a Concussion in a Motor Vehicle Wreck According to statistics compiled by the U.S. Department of Justice, motor vehicle accidents are the most common cause of personal injury in the United States, accounting for about half of all emergency room visits. The Centers for … [Read more...]
Most Common Workplace Injuries
Overexertion | Contact With Objects or Equipment | Slips and Falls | Repetitive Stress Injuries | According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 2.8 million workers' compensation claims were filed across the United States in 2022, an increase of approximately 7.5 percent over 2021. What … [Read more...]
Treatment Options After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Getting the Care You Need After an Auto Wreck When you've been involved in any type of car, truck, or motorcycle accident, your first concern should always be your health and physical well-being. Make an immediate assessment of your condition: Can you move your arms and legs? If so, chances … [Read more...]
Whiplash Injury—Treatment and Recovery
What to Expect When You've Suffered a Whiplash Injury You've been involved in a motor vehicle accident, or you've been hurt as a result of a slip and fall. Chances are good that you've suffered some level of whiplash. How can you tell if you have a whiplash injury? What type of treatment can you … [Read more...]
The Importance of Choosing the Right Doctor After a Personal Injury
How Your Care Provider Can Affect Your Recovery You've been hurt in an accident caused by the carelessness or negligence of another person. Maybe you were involved in a motor vehicle collision, or maybe you were hurt on the job. You may have tripped on broken pavement or a slippery floor. First and … [Read more...]
