An injury is never something you count on in life. Sure, you know things can happen, but the thought is that you get injured and then you recover. Unfortunately, that’s not the case in every situation. There are some injuries that a person is never able to recover from and can even be so serious...
Concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), can cause symptoms that persist for months or even years, which is referred to as persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS). PPCS can have a significant impact on an individual’s daily functioning and mental health. While there have been several studies on the association between PPCS and mental health outcomes,...
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is a major health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. People who sustain multiple head injuries are at increased risk for chronic psychiatric morbidity, particularly in the dysregulation of emotional and social behaviors. Previous research has suggested that long-term negative effects on mood states and social functioning are related...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a complex injury that can have both immediate and long-term effects, ranging from headaches and cognitive impairment to physical disability and depression. To better understand the full spectrum of brain injury outcomes, researchers are increasingly using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques such as magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), which provides information...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions of people globally each year, with the majority classified as mild or moderate. While most people recover quickly, some experience prolonged symptoms that impact their day-to-day lives and ability to work. Predicting return-to-work (RTW) rates is critical for optimal treatment and reducing the societal cost of TBI. Previous studies...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning has revolutionized the way we interact with technology, from the voice assistants that help us manage our daily lives to the sophisticated algorithms that power the personalized recommendations that pop up on our streaming services. Used properly, these technologies can be especially helpful for those with traumatic brain injury...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause long-term physical and cognitive disabilities. Those who suffer from chronic TBI symptoms require ongoing care, and their caregivers often have to coordinate or provide that care. Health information is crucial for managing the needs and concerns of patients and caregivers, but studies have found that caregivers of people with...
Studies have shown that even a single mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) during childhood can increase the risk of developing psychological disorders later in life. Researchers have found that prolonged physical and cognitive symptoms, such as fatigue and headaches, are predictors of reduced quality of life and may lead to mental health problems. It is...
An estimated 1.7 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI) annually in the United States. In cases of blunt trauma, TBI emergencies often coincide with trauma in many organ systems, resulting in hemorrhagic shock. This type of shock causes severe blood loss that limits oxygen delivery to the body’s cells. This can make it...
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability in individuals over 45 years of age in industrialized countries. Single and repeated TBI is linked to progressive neurodegeneration and has been identified as a risk factor for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, which accounts for roughly 60 to 80% of dementia cases. Characterized...
