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brain injuries
contribute to a
substantial number
of deaths and cases
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disability. Recent
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that, on average,
approximately 1.7
million people
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brain injury
annually.
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TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI)
Please Note: These
FAQ are not intended
to provide advice on
personal medical
matters, nor is it
intended to be a
substitute for
consultation with a
qualified medical
and/or legal
professional.
What is Traumatic
Brain Injury
("TBI")?
Are all TBI's the
result of a head
injury?
What classifies as a
Mild TBI? ("MTBI)
What is a
concussion?
What are some of the
physical problems
associated with a
TBI?
What are the
cognitive problems
commonly associated
with a TBI?
What are the
emotional Problems
commonly associated
with a TBI?
What are the
behavioral problems
commonly associated
with a TBI?
What is a primary
and secondary
injury with TBI?
Can someone recover
from a TBI?
What is Traumatic Brain Injury ("TBI")?
TBI
is an injury to the
brain caused by
external force,
otherwise known as
"trauma." The injury
can result from a
direct blow to the
head, or from
sheering and tearing
caused by
acceleration/deceleration
forces in an
accident. A TBI can
occur whenever your
head is struck by an
outside force or is
violently jolted,
whether it's a
football tackle, a
fall, a shaken baby,
or an automobile
accident. Some
injuries involve
penetration of the
brain, while others
cause damage without
actually penetrating
the skull.
Any trauma to the
head can cause
Traumatic Brain
Injury. Since our
brains are the
control centers for
our bodies, even a
mild TBI can have a
significant impact
on a life and the
effect on the
injured person and
their family can
still be
devastating.
Are all TBI's the
result of a head
injury?A head injury
does not necessarily
mean a traumatic
brain injury nor
does traumatic brain
injury require an
injury to the head.
A blow to the head
does not
automatically result
in brain damage, our
skulls give us a
certain amount of
protection from
blunt force. On the
other hand, severe
whiplash can jostle
the brain and cause
damage to nerves
through sheering and
tearing without
damaging the skull.
What
classifies as a Mild
TBI?A traumatic brain
injury (TBI) can be
classified as mild
if loss of
consciousness and/or
confusion and
disorientation is
shorter than 30
minutes TBI's are
graded as mild,
moderate or severe,
depending upon how
long the subject is
unconscious
following trauma.
"Mild" is defined as
a lack of
consciousness for
0-60 minutes.
"Moderate" is 1-24
hours. "Severe" is
greater than 24
hours. While MRI and
CAT scans are often
normal, with a Mild
TBI, the individual
has cognitive
problems such as
headache, difficulty
thinking, memory
problems, attention
deficits, mood
swings and
frustration. These
injuries are
commonly overlooked.
What is a concussion?
A concussion is a
traumatic brain
injury that alters
the way your brain
functions. You may
exp`erience headaches
and/or difficulty
with concentration,
memory, judgment,
balance and
coordination. Although concussions
usually are caused
by a trauma to the
head, they can also
occur when the head
and upper body are
violently shaken. In
Mild concussions,
where a person
doesn't lose
consciousness, some
people have
concussions and
don't realize it.
What are some of the physical problems associated with a TBI?
The most
common physical
problems are:
Fatigue, sleep
disturbances,
headaches,
dizziness,
lightheadedness,
seizures, tremors, blurred vision or
tired eyes,
nausea/vomiting,
hearing problems,
reduced strength and
coordination, and
loss of sex drive.
What are the cognitive problems commonly associated with a TBI?
No two brain
injuries are exactly
the same. The
effects of a brain
injury are complex
and vary greatly
from person to
person. Cognitive
deficits that can
follow TBI include
impaired attention,
difficulty with
social
communication, disrupted insight,
impaired judgment,
disorientation,
distractibility,
temporary amnesia,
memory loss, slower
processing of
information,
difficulty in
problem-solving and
impulsive reactions
to ordinary events.
What are the emotional and behavioral problems commonly associated with a TBI?
Any traumatic
brain injury is
potentially
catastrophic,
since damage to our
"thinking organ" can
affect the way we
act, feel, perceive
and respond to
others, including
our family. It is
important to
understand, that
although a personmay
"look fine" on the
outside, the brain
injury may cause
changes which affect
their behavior. People who have
suffered a TBI may
display
irritability,
depression, apathy,
anxiety, agitation,
frustration;
display a
confrontational
attitude and/or outbursts of
anger; feelings of
guilt and feelings
of helplessness.
They may become
impatient, fearful
or thoughtless, and
have difficulty
doing their usual
routine or tasks. It
can be most
frustrating to
families and friends
because a person
with TBI may have
little to no
awareness of just
how different he or
she is acting.
What is a primary and secondary injury with TBI?Primary brain damage
is damage that is
complete at the time
of impact or trauma.
Secondary brain
damage is swelling
and release of
chemicals that
promote inflammation
and cell injury or
death. This is
damage that evolves
over time after the
trauma and may
include brain
swelling, increased
pressure inside of
the skull, hematoma,
infection and/or
fever.
Can someone recover
from a TBI?
No two brain
injuries are exactly
the same. The
effects of a brain
injury are complex
and vary greatly
from person to
person. Outcomes can
range from complete
recovery to
permanent disability
or death. Many
factors can have an
effect on potential
recovery beginning
with the initial
treatment the person
receives following
the injury. Proper
diagnosis and
treatment is
essential to support
the chance for
optimal recovery.
If you or a loved
one has suffered an
injury of the brain, the
California traumatic
brain injury
attorneys at
Bill Daniels | Law Offices can help you
obtain the maximum
recovery for your
injuries. We have
won millions for our
clients, and have
the determination
and expertise so
that you receive
compensation for
your traumatic brain injury.
Contact us today for
a
free consultation
with our California
traumatic brain injury
attorneys on the
merits of your
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When you need an
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traumatic brain injury
attorney,
put
the advocates at Bill Daniels | Law Offices on your
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