Disabled World News

Revolutionizing Traumatic Brain Injury Diagnosis

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:14:55 EST

New Technology Could Revolutionize Brain Injury Diagnosis - Promising new brain imaging technology could bring major advancements in doctors ability to diagnose and treat concussions and other types of traumatic brain injuries.

Traumatic Brain Injury - Accidents a Common Cause

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:06:39 EST

Learn about traumatic brain injury and how to reduce risk during your favorite summer activities.

Veterans Benefits Act Increases Coverage for Traumatic Brain Injury

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 00:48:03 EST

The Act expands insurance coverage for veterans who suffered traumatic injuries and authorizes greater disability compensation for veterans with residual traumatic brain injury.

Traumatic Brain Injury and Recent State Legislation

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:49:04 EST

Recent State Legislation Dealing with Traumatic Brain Injury -
Few injuries are more tragic than that of a high school athlete suffering a traumatic brain injury. Literally, they are struck down in their prime, often on the athletic field.

NeuroRestorative Offers Hope and Help to Veterans with TBI

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 11:16:34 EST

NeuroRestorative, a Leader in Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Offers Hope and Help to Veterans With TBI - Nation's Largest Provider of Post-Acute Brain Injury Rehabilitation Services Awarded Contract to Serve Veterans.

Traumatic Brain Injuries Highest in Construction Industry

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:56:50 EST

The construction industry has the highest number of traumatic brain injuries in the US workplace - American Journal of Preventive Medicine publishes first national study of occupational fatalities.

CT Scans Often Unnecessary After Head Injury in Children

Mon, 09 May 2011 15:40:48 EST

Large study finds CT scans are frequently unnecessary after head injury in children - Period of observation can avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation.

Brain Injuries to Teen Athletes in High Schools

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 11:08:14 EST

The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission has instituted a detailed "Return to Play" protocol to restrict young athletes' participation after concussions and other head injuries.

Protecting Brains of Young Football Players

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 16:02:22 EST

A bipartisan bill aimed at decreasing the concussion rate in youth and high school football players by improving helmet safety was introduced to Congress on Wednesday, in recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Day.

National Child and Youth TBI Injury

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:39:09 EST

Putting Heads Together on our National Child and Youth Injury Problem - ThinkFirst Canada on Sports and Recreation Safety - ThinkFirst Canada / Pensez d'Abord Canada believes it is a child's right to engage in active healthy and safe play which is why the charity is a strong advocate for health promotion and head protection in sports and recreation.

Symptoms That Constitute a Traumatic Brain Injury

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:53:02 EST

Are There Specific Symptoms That Constitute a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Living with a Traumatic Brain Injury

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 12:37:48 EST

After getting in an accident where you receive a traumatic brain injury (TBI) it can sometimes feel like your world is coming down around you.

Concussion - Signs, Symptoms and Treatment

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 22:29:11 EST

Concussion is the most common type of traumatic brain injury. The terms mild brain injury, mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI), mild head injury (MHI), minor head trauma, and concussion may be used interchangeably, although the latter is often treated as a narrower category.

Risks of Concussions - Safety Conference

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 18:22:22 EST

The risks and implications of concussions have gained much attention recently. It is wise for everyone to be aware of common causes and symptoms.

Traumatic Brain Injuries in Texas

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 12:22:47 EST

TBI in Texas: A Potentially Life-Changing Injury - Traumatic brain injuries affect 1.7 million people each year. Learn about the common causes and symptoms of TBI, as well as legal recourse available when caused through the fault of another party.

Concussion Management in High School Sports

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 12:56:19 EST

New National Study Examines Concussion Management in High School Sports - High school athletes assessed with computerized neuropsychological testing less likely to return to play within 1 week of being diagnosed with a concussion.

What Happens After Traumatic Brain Injury Occurs

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 09:49:36 EST

Molecular imaging technique pinpoints critical changes that take place in the injured brain.

Treatment Hope for Long Term Effects of Brain Trauma

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 09:29:20 EST

Brain damage continues to develop and evolve for months after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), revealing a potential target for treatments to improve brain trauma, new research led by the University of Melbourne has found.

Brain and Head Injuries in Nursing Homes

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 12:11:05 EST

Questions about Brain and Head Injuries - Brain and head injuries can result in severe disability and wrongful death in the vulnerable nursing home resident. Many head trauma and brain injury cases are reported each year in the United States.

Youth Basketball and Brain Injuries: A Disturbing Upward Trend

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:35:21 EST

A rise in brain injuries among youth basketball players points to the growing risk and awareness of concussions in all teen sports.