He never thought it would happen to him. A seasoned motorcycle rider, he loved the thrill of carving through the curves of Chuckanut Drive on his days off, the wind rushing past, the world blurring in the perfect dance between man and machine. But that day was different. The sudden jolt of the crash, the sound of metal twisting, … Read More
What to Do After a Car Accident
Getting into a car accident is one of those things you never think will happen to you – until it does. And when it does, it’s a whirlwind of confusion, emotions, and questions. First and foremost, if you’ve been in an accident and suspect you’ve suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), it’s crucial to take the right steps to protect … Read More
How Do You Know If You Have A Concussion? Key Signs and Symptoms
How do you know if you have a concussion? A heavy blow to the head can cause severe injuries like cuts, bruises, and swelling, but the most damaging effects often occur at the brain level. Concussions can have lasting effects that impact your daily life, and these can continue for an extended period if not addressed. Many people don’t realize … Read More
Why TBI Symptoms Do Not Always Show Up Early
Experiencing long-term concussion symptoms can vary in severity and frequency, but one thing is certain: it’s usually a sign of a significant traumatic brain injury (TBI). While the majority of TBIs are diagnosed after the first medical examination, it’s important to understand that all brain injuries are unique. In some cases, traumatic brain injury symptoms don’t manifest right away, and … Read More
5 Signs of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) You May Have
Have you or a loved one experienced head trauma during an accident? If so, you should be on the lookout for signs of TBI. Traumatic brain injuries can cause symptoms like dizziness, headaches, seizures, and chronic pain. But these are not the TBI symptoms you should look out for. There are plenty of signs and warnings that you need … Read More
When Do Concussion Symptoms Start?
If you experienced a blow to the head a while ago and started to recently experience weird symptoms, you may be asking yourself “When do concussion symptoms start?” Concussions are severe and can cause long-term effects, but there is still a lot to be learned about these injuries. Experiencing a concussion is different from any other type of bodily … Read More
Can a Concussion Cause Memory Loss?
Can a concussion cause memory loss? A severe blow to the head can result in head injuries like concussions, which bring their own symptoms. Many people experience varying degrees of memory loss after an accident or physical trauma to the head. If this is occurring to you or one of your loved ones, it’s critical to understand the source, … Read More
Point of Care Testing for Traumatic Brain Injuries: Progressive or Problematic?
We often are subjected to the impetus from social media to keep up with the latest trends in an increasingly competitive society. So, when a new device becomes commercially available claiming it’s a quick way to diagnose a TBI, we need to ask—is it too good to be true? Could our health potentially suffer at the expense of skipping an … Read More
Amnesia from Brain Injury: Understanding Post-Traumatic Amnesia
A whopping 31% of all traffic crashes in the US involve a fatality, and a large percentage of these result in post-traumatic amnesia, or PTA. PTA, sometimes referred to as a post-traumatic confusional state, can have a detrimental effect on your physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. While this can occur for several reasons, it can be caused by traumatic … Read More
How Does Loneliness Affect The Brain?
Loneliness is a subjective sensation, but it can have devastating effects if you experience it non-stop for a long period of time. Many experts believe that humans developed loneliness as an evolutionary tool. In this theory, loneliness reminded our ancestors that seeking peers and spending time as a group increased our chances of survival. However, like other types of … Read More
