Things to Avoid after a Concussion or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) If you're one of the more than 3 million Americans who suffer any type of bump or blow to the head every year, you want to do the right things to help you regain maximum functionality as quickly as possible. If you've sustained a … [Read more...]
The Role of a Neurologist in Your Recovery from a Traumatic Brain Injury
How a Neurologist Can Enhance Your Return to Maximum Health When you've suffered any type of head trauma, the best course of action can often be to schedule an immediate appointment with your primary care physician. Your doctor will conduct the necessary examination and evaluation, and may be … [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...]
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...]
The Potential Personality Changes after a Traumatic Brain Injury
The Common Personality Changes | What Causes Them The brain is a delicate and complex organ, controlling both physical and mental capabilities. It should come as no surprise, then, that when you've suffered a bump or blow to the head, you may experience changes in your personality. Among the most … [Read more...]
Gender and Traumatic Brain Injury
Are Men or Women More Likely to Suffer a TBI from Similar Activities? Though men and women are and should be equal in many ways, research indicates a critical area where they have significant differences—the susceptibility to traumatic brain injury and the severity of the consequences to a bump or … [Read more...]
Improving Your Sleep after a Concussion or TBI
Steps You Can Take for Better Rest after a Traumatic Brain Injury After a concussion or traumatic brain injury, your brain and your body both need rest. Unfortunately, one of the common side effects of a TBI is insomnia, where you toss and turn or sleep in fits and starts. What can you do to get … [Read more...]
Can Dietary Supplements Help You Heal after a Concussion?
The Benefits of Vitamins and Minerals after a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury When you've suffered any type of mild bump or blow to the head, chances are good that you've suffered a concussion. One of the first things you'll want to do is schedule an appointment with your primary care physician, who … [Read more...]
The Prognosis for Full Recovery after a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
The Likelihood of a Return to Full Physical and Mental Function Any bump or blow to the head can have significant potential health consequences. Even a mild TBI, often referred to as a concussion, can have a long-term physical and mental impact, though most people who suffer a mild traumatic brain … [Read more...]