A physiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in rehabilitation. Rehabilitation physicians manage every aspect of a trauma victim’s recovery. According to the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (2014) physiatrists: Oversee the entire rehabilitative team and coordinate with specialists Treat all aspects of recovery, not just a single injury Educate patients and families […]
Prompt Assessment Needed: Mild-Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury
There is no controversy that early intervention following mild traumatic brain injury changes the short term outcome and in some cases prevents ongoing significant adjustment problems associated with post-concussive syndrome. Symptoms following a concussion or a mild traumatic brain injury in the early days to a few weeks consist of headaches, insomnia, decreased speed of […]
Severe Brain Injury and Life Long Disability
Traumatic brain injury is classified as either open or closed. In an open injury, something has penetrated through the skull and into the brain. This can happen from falling objects or flying debris during an accident. When there is an open injury, infection is of great concern, in addition to bleeding and swelling of the […]
Why is Intracranial Pressure Important?
If your loved one has suffered from a severe head injury during an accident, it is likely that doctors will be measuring something called intra-cranial pressure (ICP). The brain is enclosed in the bony skull, and normal pressure within the skull is between 7-15 mm/hg (millimeters of mercury). This pressure allows blood and fluid to […]
Shearing of Neurons in Traumatic Brain Injury
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is completing research into understanding how microscopic nerve cells in the brain are affected during a traumatic brain injury. Anatomy of Neuronal Shearing The brain is composed of cells which are called neurons. A neuron has a long nerve fiber which is called an axon, and […]
The Financial Fallout of a Brain Injury Caused by an Accident
Expenses incurred after a traumatic brain injury often take a toll on victims and their loved ones, says the Life Care Solutions Group.
What Types of Referrals are Included in a Catastrophic Injury Life Care Plan?
The Life Care Solutions Group discusses life care plans for people who have sustained a catastrophic injury.
Life Care Plans for Traumatic Brain Injury by Dr. Greg A. Vigna, MD JD
The Life Care Solutions Group discusses key aspects of developing a life care plan following a traumatic brain injury.
Types of Injury Cases That May Warrant a Life Care Plan
The Life Care Solutions Group discusses the value of developing a life care plan after acquiring a serious injury.
Do You Need Disability Sensitive Recommendations From a Concord Law Firm?
The Life Care Solutions Group reviews what to discuss with legal experts for cases involving disabling injuries.
