As Christmas and New Year’s Eve draw near, we know there will be a lot of hustle and bustle—and some merry-making—in the works for many people. Shopping, baking, present-wrapping, parties—these are common activities of the season. But the holidays can also be a challenging time for people recovering from concussions and other traumatic brain injuries Read more

It’s a common belief that simply allowing the injured brain time to heal is all that’s required in order for a patient to regain full health after a concussion. But there is more to the story when it comes to traumatic brain injury (TBI) recovery—much more. We’ve asked our very own Dr. Vincent Schaller, MD Read more

When a concussion or other traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs, the life of the injured individual can change dramatically overnight. With an estimated 2.8 million people in the United States sustaining a TBI each year, increasing concussion awareness in our communities is essential in order for us to provide real support to those suffering with Read more

oulisWith fall sports—particularly fall contact sports—in full swing in the Mid-Atlantic region, we would like to share a few inspiring post-concussion recovery stories from the 2024 Summer Olympics. While we hope you and your loved ones never experience a traumatic brain injury (TBI), we hope that these concussion return-to-play journeys will enlighten you and our Read more

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 Read more

Imagine living with no screen time for a few days. Could you to do it? These days, computers, smart phones, gaming consoles, TV and other electronic devices are such an integral part of our lives. This is especially true with teens and young adults. That why there’s always been a concern among medical professionals who Read more

While there are multiple symptoms associated with a concussion, hearing difficulties aren’t always at the top of the list. Sadly, an auditory issue—much like the proper diagnosis of a concussion—may be overlooked or even misdiagnosed. Understanding and recognizing the possible connections between concussions and hearing difficulties can help ensure proper treatment, and ensure proper measures Read more

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 Read more

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 Read more