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NFL Ordered To Pay More For Treatment Of Concussions
A federal judge is forcing the NFL to pay higher disability benefits to retired player Jesse Solomon for injuries and treatments stemming from multiple concussions. The former linebacker – who played for Minnesota, Dallas, Tampa Bay, Atlanta and Miami – … Continue reading
Traumatic Brain Injuries: What You NEED To Know!
The Centers for Disease Control tell us that – every year – 1.7 million people experience traumatic brain injury (TBI). Of those: 52,000 die 275,000 are admitted into a hospital and the remaining 1.3 million receive treatment in a hospital … Continue reading
How Often are TBIs Misdiagnosed?
A traumatic brain injury or TBI is one of the most dangerous types of injuries possible. Every year, thousands of victims have their lives changed forever when they suffer a TBI. However, new studies show an even more disturbing fact: … Continue reading
What Does a Brain Injury Cost?
Brain injuries are one of the most costly types of personal injuries, but how much exactly is spent when someone suffers a traumatic brain injury or TBI? The figures are surprising given the lack of attention paid by the media … Continue reading
Helping Those Who Suffer from Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause serious problems and affect all aspects of a victim’s life. If you have a loved one who has suffered a TBI, there are some steps you can take to help him or her during … Continue reading
Color-Changing Polymer Could Signal Traumatic Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change your life forever. However, at the time of impact the injury is often invisible. Memory loss, headaches and dementia are common symptoms of a TBI, but these symptoms may not be immediately present, … Continue reading
Study Connects TBI With Sleep Issues
Each year over 500,000 children are treated in emergency rooms all over the country for traumatic brain injury (TBI). Such an injury can cause a range of short- and long-term symptoms. A recent study shows that children who experience a … Continue reading
San Diego Man Injured While Riding Scooter
According to sources, a San Diego man suffered a serious head injury while riding his motorized scooter. Police reported that the unidentified 38-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after crashing and falling from his motorized scooter in Rancho Penasquitos. … Continue reading
Brain Injury Awareness Month
Did you know that March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month? Scientists, doctors and researchers are making great strides in the study and understanding of brain injuries. According to statistics, every year approximately 52,000 deaths occur from traumatic brain injury … Continue reading
Mild TBIs May Still Have Lasting Effects
Though those suffering from mild traumatic brain injuries make up the largest group of those affected by traumatic brain injury, they receive much less research attention than severe traumatic brain injuries. However, a recent study published in Neurology found that … Continue reading
