Car accidents are a frightening reality, and the potential for physical injuries is well-known. But beyond cuts, bruises and broken bones, there can be a hidden danger: traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBIs can range from mild concussions to life-altering events, and a...
Brain Injury
Essential steps for recovery after sustaining a TBI in Seattle
Each traumatic brain injury (TBI) is unique. Survivors experience varying secondary effects based on the TBI's severity and location. Learning what to expect after incurring a TBI will help you and your caregivers prepare for the road ahead. Knowing the possible...
I suffered a TBI in a car crash. When will I get better?
Back in the day, we referred to a hit to the head as a “bell ringer” and we encouraged whoever got their bell rung to walk it off. Now, with medical advances and further research, we know these bell ringers are much more serious than we thought. A traumatic brain...
4 common truck accident injuries in Washington
Stepping into the world of trucking in Washington State can be both rewarding and perilous. As the industry thrives, so does the incidence of road catastrophes. The aftermath of truck accidents often leaves victims with severe injuries, some of which are life...
How do you deal with personality changes after a TBI?
When someone suffers from a traumatic brain injury or TBI, neuropsychological symptoms can emerge in the aftermath. If you have a loved one with a TBI in Washington, you must know how to cope with the changes they may experience. What types of symptoms do TBIs cause?...
Causes, types and treatment of TBI involuntary movements
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a type of physical trauma that can disrupt the normal functioning of the brain and can cause a wide variety of involuntary movements. To understand TBI involuntary movements in Washington, it is essential to understand the causes, types...
Do you have aphasia after a traumatic brain injury?
Aphasia, a type of language impairment, is one of many types of cognitive problems to watch for after a traumatic brain injury. An estimated 2-32% of people who have a TBI experience aphasia as a result. Signs of aphasia include: Speaking in short sentences Saying...
When a TBI leads to bleeding
When a person experiences head injuries following a car accident or other personal injury in California, they can face many symptoms, ranging from confusion to headaches to paralysis. Head injuries, especially traumatic brain injuries (TBI), can be difficult to...
Cortical dysplasia causes, symptoms and treatment
One of the most devastating types of injuries that could impact Washington residents is cortical dysplasia. Children are particularly vulnerable to this condition while they are still in the womb. This is what cortical dysplasia is, its causes, symptoms and treatment...
How do subarachnoid hemorrhages and vasospasms take place?
Strokes exist in many forms, some being more immediately life-threatening than others. One of the more dangerous strokes is the subarachnoid hemorrhage. Knowing the leading causes of this injury and how Washington medical professionals treat subarachnoid hemorrhages...