In honor of National Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to share a set of statistics from an eye-opening report published in JAMA Network Open : Approximately 15% to 30% of individuals with a history of concussion will present with persistent post-concussive symptoms (PPCS) Studies show that people with PPCS have four-fold greater odds of
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It’s March, and that means it’s Brain Injury Awareness Month. The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) has made survivor awareness the focus of this year’s activities. The My Brain Injury Journey campaign aims to start a larger conversation about what it is really like for those living with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). It recognizes
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Second impact syndrome (SIS) is a devastating condition that occurs when an individual who suffers from initial concussive symptoms due to a head injury sustains a second impact upon their head before fully recovering from the first blow. The brain is in a vulnerable state in the aftermath of a concussion, and even a slight
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Dealing with regular, excruciating migraines is tough enough. When someone experiences a concussions, however an extra layer of concern arises in regards to migraines. A 2020 study from the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute shows that concussion patients with a history of migraines are more likely to experience more severe and longer concussion-related symptoms. Highlights of this
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Over the last decade, numerous studies tested the relationship between patients diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and their recovery with concussions. Both ADHD and concussion share some symptoms, such as loss of focus, which led researchers into wanting to learn more about the overlap between the two and whether traumatic brain injury (TBI) recovery was
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Drinking alcohol when you have a concussion is not a good idea. The one or two drinks you normally consumed in the past over the course of an evening may be one or two drinks too much, especially while your brain is healing. After a concussion, your tolerance for alcohol can be reduced and you
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Do fireworks affect brain injuries? What about roller coasters, trampolines and water sports? Are some summertime activities more problematic for people recovering from concussions? Are there summer activities that put us at higher risks for traumatic brain injuries? While June is designated National Safety Month, keeping an eye out for concussion is important all year
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In 2005, Patrolman Carl Jackson was in a foot chase in Woodbury City, New Jersey, with a person known to local law enforcement. The suspect was a repeat offender who was known to carry a gun, and who had a warrant out for his arrest. When he saw Carl, he ran. Carl was a physically
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Everyone should aspire to stay active and healthy as they get older. Indeed, we are seeing more and more active seniors enjoying everyday life and physical activity in our communities, and it is inspiring. One possible side effect of all this that we as concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI) specialists have a concern about
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As a special Veteran’s Day salute, we are dedicating this month’s post to the issue of veterans and concussions. To all our military men and women – both present and past—we salute you! Thank you for the sacrifices you make for our freedom. Veterans and Concussions: When Symptoms Aren’t Obvious It can be a normal
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