As we enter into the beginning of a new sports season it is critical to keep in mind the risks associated with many elementary and high school sports. According to the American Academy of Neurology, football, rugby, and soccer pose the greatest risk of concussion to athletes. A concussion is a form of a traumatic brain …
Thousands of Americans experience a spinal cord injury each year. These injuries are devastating and can result in lifelong care causing significant physical challenges and emotional stress. Living with a spinal cord injury is extremely costly and can result in longstanding medical bills, loss of income, lengthy hospital stays, rehabilitation services and more. Below are recent …
Every year thousands of Americans experience a spinal cord injury. These injuries are devastating and can cause both physical and emotional distress. And the cost of care for a spinal cord related injury is very expensive. Approximately 12,000 new cases of spinal cord injury occur each year, not including those who die due to a …
A breakthrough in the diagnosis, simulation, and treatment of concussions has been made through the development of virtual reality (VR) headsets. Multiple VR headset devices have been introduced in the medical field to develop a deeper understanding of concussions and diagnose head injuries more efficiently and precisely. This technology could immensely help in diagnosing head …
Football is a wonderful sport that is loved by many, but it is also a dangerous sport that causes severe concussions, brain trauma and in some cases death. With tackles, direct collisions and serious aggression, the chances of head and back injury in the game and even during practice are serious. A recent study conducted …
Across America, head concussions are a growing problem. These injuries can have a damaging, life-threatening impact on patients. Many people do not know how to identify a concussion. Common concussion symptoms can include: Headaches Nausea or vomiting Blurry or double vision Loss of consciousness Sometimes a victim will describe “just not feeling right” after a …
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is one of the most devastating causes of death and disability in the U.S, yet very few people are aware of just how widespread the problem is. The Center for Disease Control estimates that every year, at least 1.7 million Americans will suffer a Traumatic Brain Injury. Approximately 50,000 of those …
Spinal Cord injuries are life-changing and oftentimes life-threatening. They can happen in an instant, and your life is changed forever. One day you could be running errands, and the next you’ve had a significant accident that has caused serious injuries that will impact your life and the life of your family. A spinal cord injury …
Each year injuries resulting from fall sports are responsible for sending 480,000 kids to emergency rooms across the country. Participation in fall sports is a great opportunity for children of all ages to learn the merits of teamwork and strategy while also helping to keep them physically fit. In today’s age of videogames and television, …
