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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
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
Two Conferences on Concussions
New concern over traumatic brain injuries, particularly concussions, has led to the formation of two new conferences to be held October 24 and 25 dealing with the treatment of mild TBIs. These conferences will be held at the Sinai Rehabilitation … Continue reading
Drug May Minimize Traumatic Brain Injury
A medication used to control bleeding in the body by promoting blood clots is now being trial-tested in ten sites across the country for the first time to see if it would be an effective treatment option in severe traumatic … Continue reading
