Posted on Sep. 1st, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
There are few greater joys in life for many Pennsylvania residents than to be a parent. While kids grow up incredibly fast, these formative years are full of fun and rewarding experiences for both the child and the parent. Unfortunately, the child’s formative years can also present unique dangers, not only for younger children but… read more
Posted on Jul. 28th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
Life can change in an instant for Pennsylvania residents. A simple drive to work, school or the store can become life-altering when a serious car accident occurs, as the accident can result in significant injuries that impact a person’s most basic physical and mental abilities. Perhaps no other injury illuminates how quickly things can change… read more
Posted on Jul. 20th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
There are few things more important to Pennsylvania residents than their personal health. As a result, a tragic incident that threatens one’s health can drastically alter the course of a person’s life. This is all too common for those who have suffered a traumatic brain injury. A traumatic brain injury is typically caused by a… read more
Posted on Jul. 1st, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
Serious injuries can occur from many different causes. Injuries may be self-inflicted: accident-prone Pittsburgh residents may suffer falls, bone breaks, and other harm as a result of their own carelessness. However, many injuries result from events that are outside the control of the one who was harmed. The negligence of other people often results in… read more
Posted on Jun. 9th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
Over the past few days, people all over the world have been mourning the death of iconic boxer Muhammad Ali. Ali passed away at the age of 74 after a 30-plus-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. Ali, like many other professional athletes, took many blows to the head during the course of his career. A neurologist… read more
Posted on May. 6th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
Traumatic brain injuries are often caused by car accidents or slip-and-falls. One common cause of TBIs in children is accidents on playgrounds. The number of children who suffer concussions at playgrounds has increased substantially over the past few years according to one recent study. The study, conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,… read more
Posted on Apr. 13th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
Brain injuries can be some of the toughest injuries to overcome. In many cases, those who have suffered severe injuries to the head do not ever make a full recovery. A young Pennsylvanian girl is allegedly permanently disabled after falling out of a relative’s row house window. Her mother filed a lawsuit against the owners… read more
Posted on Mar. 18th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
The month of March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, which gives people an opportunity to take a closer look at common brain injuries and how they can be prevented. Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI), are some of the most typical brain injuries suffered that are caused by a sudden jolt or impact to… read more
Posted on Feb. 26th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
It is no surprise to most Pennsylvanians that the road to recovery for those who suffer from brain injuries can be a long and complicated one. The cognitive and functional recovery after such an injury requires intensive therapy and months or years of rehabilitation. Unfortunately, many people cannot afford long-term rehabilitation, so they stop treatment… read more
Posted on Feb. 12th, 2016 | in Brain Injuries, News
There is a great deal of evidence showing long-term results of traumatic brain injuries. The list of serious consequences seems to keep growing. A recent study published in the journal Neurology shows that those who suffer brain trauma may be more likely to suffer from Alzheimer’s disease in the future. By the year 2050, the… read more
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