It's National Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month. Now is the perfect time to look into nutrition therapy to help the brain recover after a traumatic brain injury. Nutrition therapy offers a non-invasive and natural approach to helping the brain overcome this potentially devastating injury.  In this blog, learn how nutrition therapy for TBI can help […]

It's National Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month. Now is the perfect time to look into nutrition therapy to help the brain recover after a traumatic brain injury. Nutrition therapy offers a non-invasive and natural approach to helping the brain overcome this potentially devastating injury.  In this blog, learn how nutrition therapy for TBI can help […]

September marks National Traumatic Brain Injury Month, a time to raise awareness about the challenges and triumphs that individuals with TBI face.  One of the most pressing questions for both patients and their loved ones is, "How long does it take to recover from a TBI?" The journey to recovery can be complex, influenced by […]

The thought of experiencing a stroke or an aneurysm is frightening, and it’s something none of us want to endure. Annually, in the United States, over 795,000 people experience a stroke. Out of those cases, around 610,000 are initial strokes or strokes new to an individual. On the other hand, the mortality rate of ruptured […]

Living with paraplegia presents unique challenges and opportunities for those affected and their loved ones. This comprehensive guide sheds light on the causes, symptoms, and treatment options available for individuals navigating life with paraplegia. What is paraplegia? Paraplegia is a condition characterized by the loss of motor and sensory function in the lower half of […]

Multiple sclerosis is a complex autoimmune disease affecting almost 2.8 million people worldwide. It disrupts communications between the brain and the rest of the body, leading to various symptoms that drastically impact daily functioning. From numbness and muscle weakness to difficulties with mobility and coordination, the struggles faced by those with this condition can be […]

The brain's left hemisphere plays a vital role in language processing, logical reasoning, and controlling the right side of the body. Damage to this crucial area can lead to various cognitive, motor, and language impairments. In this blog post, we embark on a journey to understand the challenges faced by individuals with left-side brain injury […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 1.5 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year. To spread awareness and prevention, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads the nation in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month every March.  If you or someone you love has suffered a […]

In 2021, a report showed that there were around 18,000 new instances of traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) every year in the United States, or 54 cases per million persons. Having a spinal cord injury can be a traumatic experience. It can lead to a wide range of physical and emotional challenges that can have […]

A traumatic brain injury refers to an alteration in the brain’s structure and/or function as a result of a violent force on the head. It may be caused by a traumatic vehicular collision, forceful football tackle, or a moving object hitting the head.  A TBI can have varying effects on an individual’s physical, mental, and […]

According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), approximately 450,000 Americans currently live with the consequences of a spinal cord injury or SCI. Estimates also showed that every year, around 17,000 individuals sustain a spinal cord injury due to motor vehicle accidents and fall accidents.  Spinal cord injuries may not be as common […]

Traumatic brain injuries are known to cause various debilitating effects on the body that can impair its function. A TBI damages the nerve cells in the brain, disrupting neural pathways that serve as communication lines to and from the body.  As a result, patients tend to experience mild to severe impairment in physical abilities, such […]