A brain injury can be one of those injuries whose effects cannot be judged right away. The damage done in an accident that involves a brain injury needs to be carefully evaluated by professionals before a determination can be made.
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A new study aims to determine why some boxers suffer from traumatic brain injury due to repeated blows to the head and what scientists and others can do to protect future boxers.
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A recent study of one brain damaged patient found that she could not feel fear; she was merely fascinated by it. According to the researchers, this could have implications for some brain injury victims as they may be more likely to be intrigued by dangerous situations.
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Many veteran NFL players suffer from ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, but new research from Boston University suggests that they may be suffering from another brain injury, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
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Traumatic brain injury adversely affects the lives of millions of people each year. For those with more severe cases, the effects can be devastating. Here are some important facts about traumatic brain injury-it’s leading causes, how it can affect your life, and what you should do if you believe you have this condition.
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Ivy League athletic conference presidents work together to reduce the number of concussions and brain injuries in collegiate football players. New education is sought for athletes as well as reducing on certain practices throughout the conference.
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Ivy League athletic conference presidents work together to reduce the number of concussions and brain injuries in collegiate football players. New education is sought for athletes as well as reducing on certain practices throughout the conference.
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by Katie Kelley Comments are off
A recent study of one brain damaged patient found that she could not feel fear; she was merely fascinated by it. According to the researchers, this could have implications for some brain injury victims as they may be more likely to be intrigued by dangerous situations.
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After Derek Boogaard was found dead in his Minneapolis apartment, his parents requested that his brain be donated for scientific research. Scientists will look for evidence of a condition common in athletes who are exposed to traumatic blows to the head.
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According to the latest statistics available from the government, the automobile accident death rate continues to decline due to improved safety standards but such collisions still rank as the number one cause of personal injury.
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Through intensive Rehabilitation it may be possible to improve an individual’s quality of life and the lives of those around them affected by a subtle brain injury.
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An insight into Brain Injury; the causes, the effects and the affected. A brief look into current rehabilitation and reintegration techniques.