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Category: Brain Injuries
Every 20 Seconds a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Occurs in the U.S.
October 15, 2014 | Category: Brain InjuriesPlaying college football can cause serious injury including traumatic brain injuries. On September 27, 2014, the Michigan State University Quarterback, had to be helped off the field by teammates after being severely hit in the head during the fourth quarter of a game against the University of Minnesota.
Football Helmets Do Not Protect Players From Concussions
June 25, 2014 | Category: Brain InjuriesAccording to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 4 million concussions annually result from athletic activities.
Possible Compensation For Brain Injuries
April 10, 2014 | Category: Brain InjuriesThere are several different kinds of brain injuries that an individual can incur, including open head injuries, closed head injuries and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). These injuries can be mild, moderate or severe and they can be short-term, long-term or even fatal. That being the case, it is very important for anyone who has sustained a blow to the head during an automobile accident or any other type of incident to seek proper medical attention as soon as possible.
Has Your Young Athlete Had A Baseline Concussion Test?
January 8, 2014 | Category: Brain Injuries"It is essential for young athletes to receive medical treatment following any blow to the head especially if the athlete has lost consciousness, even momentarily," says Brain Injury Victim's Attorney, Randall Spivey of Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. "Baseline concussion tests are tools for the medical community in treating athletes who suffer concussions."
A Brief Overview Of Brain Injuries
December 7, 2013 | Category: Brain InjuriesThousands of people sustain major brain injuries every year throughout the United States. Some brain injuries are more serious than others and the reasons they occur can vary. According to attorney Randall Spivey, it is crucial for individuals who have sustained blows to the head to obtain treatment as soon as possible, particularly if they have lost consciousness at any time after an accident.
Danger Signs of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
October 16, 2013 | Category: Brain InjuriesFlorida Brain Injuries Attorney, Randall Spivey of Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. suggests, "Anytime a person hits his or her head is a time for concern. Knowing the danger signs is critical to getting a timely evaluation and treatment."
Traumatic Brain Injury Increases Risk of Stroke
September 11, 2013 | Category: Brain InjuriesA head injury sustained in a car accident or slip and fall can be more serious than just the immediate trauma. There may be increased risk of future damage in the form of a stroke. According to research done by the University of Michigan Health System, people who have suffered a traumatic brain injury may be more likely to suffer from a future stroke. The findings of the research were published in the June 26, 2013, online issue of the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
If You Hit Your Head, Would You Know What To Do?
September 6, 2013 | Category: Brain InjuriesWhen head injury accidents happen to professional athletes, there are always medical professionals on-scene to assess the medical condition and take action. Would you know what to do if it happened to you or a loved one? What are the signs for which to look to determine whether the situations serious? What if the signs are not immediately apparent?
Teenager Suffers Massive Brain Trauma After School Refuses to Use AED
May 14, 2013 | Category: Brain InjuriesThe recent death of a Florida high school soccer player has sports professionals, spectators, and legislators questioning the duty that an after-school organization has to protect the health of its members.
If in Doubt - Sit it Out
March 27, 2013 | Category: Brain InjuriesIn the United States approximately 3.8 million traumatic brain injuries (many sports-related) happen each year; many go unreported or are untreated according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).