Recovering from a brain injury can be a long process. Patients go through various stages of rehabilitation and recovery. Patients that can transition through each stage increase the likelihood of healing, with the ultimate goal of moving the patient as close as possible to their pre-injury condition. Generally, there may be ten stages that a […]

Balance concerns can challenge both the patient and caregivers after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Over half of TBI patients experience some level of dizziness or balance concerns.  Some patients feel like they might faint, that their surroundings are moving even though they are standing still, or feel light-headed.  Many factors determine the severity of […]

If you think cheerleading only involves cute pom-poms and piggy tails, well, think again. Because according to studies, it is by far the most dangerous sport for female athletes, accounting for a number of serious injuries and even fatalities. Gone are the days when cheerleading only involved cheers and yells at the sidelines during the […]

Some patients with a traumatic brain injury can develop a mysterious syndrome known as foreign accent syndrome (FAS). Patients have a sudden change in speech where they begin to speak with a “foreign accent.” The cause is often a traumatic brain injury caused by a stroke but can also occur from other neurological disorders.   […]

When you hear the word brain injury, you might associate it with memory loss. Problems with memory are common, especially in patients who have had a moderate to severe brain injury.  The cause of memory loss is closely related to the area of the brain that is injured. Damage to the part of the brain […]

If you wonder if a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect smell and taste, the answer is yes. For many people, this is an alarming prospect, because smell and taste are important senses in our lives. But for those who suffer a TBI, the loss of these senses is a real phenomenon.   What is […]

Dealing with the results of traumatic brain injury is very challenging. It is important to choose the right partner to accompany you on the journey. What makes a good brain injury rehabilitation program?  Many factors need to be considered before choosing a brain injury clinic if you are looking for a brain injury rehab in […]

The brain influences all human activities including our thinking, our senses, judgement, emotions, and keeping the rest of our body functioning. So it is understandable that a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have a significant impact affecting every aspect of daily life.  The goal of post acute rehabilitation centers that focus on brain injuries, is […]

Vision Problems can occur even after minor brain injuries, including concussions. Sometimes symptoms do not emerge until some time has passed after the initial injury.  Depending on the part of the brain that is affected, visual processing and perception can be affected.  If the patient notices vision changes, it is essential to follow up with […]

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when the brain suffers a temporary or permanent neurological dysfunction due to an accident. A brain injury is up to 10 times more common than a spine injury, according to recent studies.  The number of people suffering from traumatic brain injury is underestimated as they are often misdiagnosed or […]

Sports-related head injuries are so common that they are the second leading cause of injury after motor vehicle accidents. Often when we hear the word “concussion,” we associate it with a sports injury.  But how critical can these injuries be, and are there long-term effects of a head injury? Every athlete and family member needs […]

The nature and extent of the cognitive impairment following TBI can range widely, depending on the severity and positioning of the injury. If a focal brain injury transpires, the outcome could be comparable to an injury provoked by a CVA (Cerebrovascular accident or stroke), such as:  Aphasia Impacting the ability of the patient to communicate […]