Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) refers to a progressive and fatal neurologic illness that affects the brain and spinal cord. It is a relatively rare disease affecting about 6000-7000 individuals yearly. However, studies suggest that there has been a 9% increase in its prevalence since 2015 and it is expected to rise by up to 16% […]

A traumatic brain injury or TBI is an injury to the brain that happens suddenly. It is typically the result of a direct blow or violent jolt to the head during sports accidents, car crashes, or physical assaults. The term traumatic brain injury is also an umbrella term pertaining to the various injuries that occur […]

A traumatic brain injury is a condition that occurs after an external or physical assault on the brain, disrupting its normal function. It can damage several nerves in the brain, causing patients to experience different neurological and muscular symptoms. One such example is the development of foot drop syndrome.  Below is an in-depth discussion on […]

The spinal cord serves as a conduit for sending signals and messages from the brain to all parts of the body. The spinal cord is a complex system that is part of everything we do. If the spinal cord is damaged, the message from the brain cannot get through leaving the affected area unable to […]

A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, refers to a medical condition wherein the brain sustains injuries that can cause physiological damage and disruption in its normal function. Traumatic brain injuries usually occur following a direct blow or violent jolt to the head caused by a traumatic accident.  Since TBI drastically affects brain function, it is […]

Brain injury refers to a medical condition characterized by impaired brain function. It is usually caused by a violent blow or sudden jolt to the head.  Traumatic brain injuries can affect each patient differently. But one thing’s for sure一it can cause debilitating and life-altering effects on one’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.  Furthermore, a brain […]

Brain stem injury is a rare condition that can happen to anyone, regardless of age and health. It has a set of debilitating symptoms that can drastically decrease one’s quality of life. Fortunately, there are now plenty of rehabilitative treatment options that can help bring back the body’s lost functions and abilities. Read on below […]

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) cause varying effects on each patient depending on the injury’s severity. Some symptoms may be temporary, while others can be more permanent. Fortunately, recovery and symptom improvement are possible in both cases through rehabilitation and therapy.  Most patients undergo a combination of physical and cognitive therapy to treat and manage the […]

Many complications can occur due to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Some of these are noticed immediately after injury, while others may occur later in recovery. Usually, the complications depend upon the injury's location and severity. TBI rehab centers are vital as they can reduce the risk of complications resulting from a TBI Complications can […]

Trauma is one of the leading public health problems that ranks as the fourth leading cause of death for people of all ages. In fact, studies suggest that there are 60 million orthopedic injuries occur yearly due to traumatic accidents, such as car collisions, sports accidents, or work-related accidents. Regardless of its cause, most traumatic […]

After a traumatic brain injury (TBI), patients can experience a number of different side effects. One of the most common is intestinal dysfunction, leading to stomach ulcers, food intolerance, or gastritis. Just as every brain injury differs, side effects can vary depending on the patient.  Though the intensity of intestinal dysfunction differs for each patient, […]

Traumatic brain injury or TBI refers to an injury that damages the brain, thus disrupting its normal function. It usually happens when the head violently hits an object or when it punctures the brain tissue. You may also develop this injury when you sustain a jolt, bump, or blow to the head. Traumatic brain injury […]