A brain injury, also referred to as head injury or traumatic brain injury (TBI),
occurs when the head is struck or hit by some external force. A brain injury most often results when there is a blow to the
head in a car accident or fall. The blow need not be that hard; a minor concussion could have serious long term consequences
if it damages vital brain neurons.
When the skull is seriously hit, the brain may
twist within the skull. The rotation and disruption of the brain inside the skull will sever or shear the brain's long connecting
nerve fibers. This damage can be microscopic and difficult to measure. In cases involving "mild brain injury", the effects
may not be long term, but more severe brain injury can result in permanent disability, unconsciousness, and coma.
The long term effects of traumatic brain injury
include cognitive deficits and reduction in physical and psychological skills. The physical deficits can include walking,
balance and coordination, fine-motor skills, and strength. Cognitive deficits include difficulty in language and communication,
information processing, memory, and perceptual skills. Psychological status is also often altered. People suffering from traumatic
brain injury often exhibit changes personality and lifestyle.
If you have recieved a blow to the head and are
suffering from any of the above symptoms, you should see a doctor immediately and then call 1-877-258-9544 to schedule your
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