Loss of Vision Due to a Serious Accident
A serious accident can have dire consequences including vision loss. Loss of vision may vary in severity from person to person. While for some people it could be temporary, for others it could be a permanent disability. Vision loss could be partial or complete (blindness). When an accident leads to vision loss, it can change […]
Facial Fractures
Facial trauma is one of the most common types of injuries sustained in car accidents. Facial fractures are often associated with other injuries such as head injuries, eye injuries and facial lacerations. According to Chicago car accident lawyer, a facial injury can be expensive and the total costs can run into hundreds of thousands of […]
Brain Injury Rehabilitation in Illinois
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI’s), whether mild or severe, can lead to devastating consequences and permanent debilitating disabilities. TBI’s are touted as one of the most common injuries with about 1.5 million individuals suffering TBI’s every year. These injuries are not only common and devastating, are often extremely difficult to diagnose. This leaves thousands of victims […]
Understanding Parietal Lobe Injuries
Advancements in modern medicine and technology have enabled us to better understand the functioning of the brain. Studies and research conducted in the field of neurology has helped medical practitioners understand the effects that injury and accidents have on the brain. The brain, though encased within the hard skull and protected by fluid, is susceptible to […]
Has Your Child Been Diagnosed with a Brain Injury?
For parents whose child has been diagnosed with a brain injury, providing the very best can become particularly challenging. As parents, each one of us works hard to provide for our children and to give them the best for their well-being and security. For parents whose child has been diagnosed with a brain injury, this can become particularly challenging. […]
Stroller and Carrier Accidents Can Cause Traumatic Brain Injuries
Each day, 50 children visit emergency rooms with injuries resulting from stroller accidents. Strollers and carriers offer the easiest way to carry babies and young infants. Strollers have becoming more compact and lightweight – you can now find parents taking their babies along in the stroller when they go jogging or running. Sadly, stroller accidents are […]
Is Your Fibromyalgia Related to Your Auto Accident?
If you are injured in a car accident, and develop symptoms of fibromyalgia, you may find is difficult to prove that the accident is the cause. Fibromyalgia is a medical condition that causes a person to suffer widespread musculoskeletal pain. The condition affects the way the brain processes the pain signals, and amplifies painful sensations. […]
Neuropsychiatric Disorders
There are several disorders associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI), including neuropsychiatric disorders. Often, insurance companies will argue that a patient’s neuropsychiatric disorder is unrelated to a TBI but is a pre-existing condition. However, many TBI patients experience a variety of neuropsychiatric disorders. Mood Disorders Most people feel irritable or sad from time to time. They may say they are […]
Depression Common After TBI
There are various factors that can contribute to development of depression after a traumatic brain injury. When someone feels depressed or loses interest in usual activities for several days per week, and it lasts for more than two weeks, it becomes a cause of concern. Unfortunately, depression is common after a traumatic brain injuries. In […]
Skateboarding Accidents and Traumatic Brain Injury
Skateboarding is a common recreational sport among children that requires skill and practice. Skateboarding is not only for fun – it helps increase a child’s balance, agility, and coordination. However, skateboarding also poses risks of serious injuries like head injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI), broken bones, and internal injuries. Skateboarding-Related Statistics According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), skateboarding […]