According to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, there are 18,000 new spinal cord injuries each year in the United States. When it comes to such injuries, there is a common misunderstanding about how they impact the body. Not all spinal cord injuries result...
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Supporting your child through a brain injury
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, car accidents are responsible for 25% of traumatic brain injuries in North America. When your child becomes part of that statistic, it can be overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can provide...
How can debris cause a serious vehicle crash?
One danger people may initially ignore while driving is debris on the road. Debris, which includes objects like rocks and tree branches, might seem harmless at first glance. However, they can become hazardous items that cause serious accidents in some scenarios....
Treatment of severe brain injuries
When you or a loved one sustains serious head trauma, immediate and comprehensive medical attention is vital to improve the chance of recovery. Severe brain injuries can have profound effects on a person's life, both physically and mentally. Accordingly, being aware...
How to drive safely around semi-trucks
Driving on the highway can feel like navigating a complex puzzle, especially when sharing the road with large semi-trucks. Their sheer size and the challenges they present demand respect and caution. Being aware of their unique limitations and understanding how to...
How do brain injuries affect childhood development?
No matter what someone’s age, a brain injury has the capacity to be a lifelong impairment that will change everything about the victim’s future – but this is particularly true for children. While it was once believed that the “plasticity” of a young brain could allow...
Recognizing the signs of sepsis after a car accident
A car accident is a traumatic experience, and in the aftermath, your focus is often on healing from visible injuries. However, some consequences are not immediately apparent, such as sepsis. Sepsis is a life-threatening condition caused by the body's response to an...
Recognizing signs of a brain injury after a car accident
After a car accident, there is often chaos and confusion. Amid the wreckage and the adrenaline rush, one might fail to notice injuries, especially those as subtle as a brain injury. Despite their initial invisibility, brain injuries are a serious consequence of car...
The difference between complete and incomplete spinal injuries
The human spinal cord is a delicate structure tasked with transmitting signals between the brain and the body. When an injury occurs to this crucial pathway, the effects can vary greatly depending on the severity and location of the damage. One way to classify spinal...
The debilitating medical condition that can start with a fracture
Motor vehicle collisions are a leading cause of permanent injury and premature death. The possible injuries caused by a car crash could include amputations and spinal cord injuries. Compared with those seemingly devastating health concerns, a broken bone may not seem...




















