Close to 70% of patients with traumatic brain injuries experience sleep disturbance, yet this vital recovery aspect is often neglected. Emerging medical findings still expose the complex link between brain integrity and sleep quality, making it a more relevant arena in neurotrauma management. Anybody who has ever pulled an all-nighter will know the mental haze […]

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In the past, not too many doctors or other individuals in the medical field thought that a single concussion could seriously injure someone, as long as it seemed relatively minor. If a professional football player took a hit while on the field, and they reported a little dizziness, their coach would probably stick them back […]

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Concussions, especially when the injury occurs in sports, were frequently overlooked. If the player claims they feel fine, back in the game they go. Now, medical professionals have a better understanding of the potential dangers of concussions. These aren’t injuries you can simply shake off. Concussions aren’t limited only to sports, just about any type […]

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No one ever wants to sustain a brain injury. If you injure your brain, you might not come back the same, even after a lengthy recovery period. The injury may alter your entire personality. You might not have the same powers of speech or movement that you once did. You can sustain a concussion or […]

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A large US study in trauma patients evaluated a new blood test for concussion in the diagnosis of brain injuries. A concussion is a type of brain injury that temporarily affects brain function. It is usually caused by a direct blow to the head but can also occur following whiplash injuries, which cause the brain […]

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A concussion is a form of head injury that can be detrimental for a child’s health. Children who suffer from a concussion may experience difficulties in brain development. Due to the sensitivity of the brain at such an age, concussions are a serious health concern among younger populations in particular.  It is essential to detect […]

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A recent press release explained new findings on the effect of head trauma in youth football. Football is a popular sport played across North America. It often involves tackling which can be detrimental to the health of the players. It is not uncommon for football players to get concussions, but repeated concussions may have severe […]

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With increasing awareness of how complex, damaging, and persistent brain injuries can be, researchers have been analyzing and improving the ways we diagnose damage to the brain. New methods of performing CT scans have outperformed previous ways and will be critical in improved treatment and diagnosis of trauma. Terrifying brain injuries seem all too common- […]

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