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

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

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 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

Anyone contemplating slipping behind the wheel of a vehicle after a head injury should think twice. Driving after a concussion or other traumatic brain injury (TBI) can pose very serious risks. There’s no question that these brain injuries can lead to the impairment of judgment, coordination and focus on the road. According to a 2020 Read more

It’s official: emergency rooms and urgent care centers around the country now have a rapid-result blood test for concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) available for screening patients. This is a game-changer, allowing for earlier diagnosis, which leads to better recovery outcomes. The test runs on a handheld device by Abbott called the i-STAT™ Alinity™ Read more

When we think of concussions, sports or accidents usually come to mind first. Domestic violence, however, is another less-talked about risk factor. Part of the problem is that victims often have concussion symptoms that go unnoticed or unreported, and they suffer because of this. We as a community need to talk about and address this Read more

When we discuss school athletes at risk for concussions, the first sports that usually come to mind are high-impact ones—especially football. In a 2020 study from the Michigan-based Henry Ford Health System’s Sports Medicine Research team, records of 357 high school athletes who sustained concussions between ages 14 to 18 were studied between 2013 and Read more