Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen was knocked out of Tuesday’s Champions League semifinal first leg with a nasty head injury. Or so we all assumed, at least, when Vertonghen clashed into teammate Toby Alderweireld and Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana late in the first half. The collision left Vertonghen bloodied, down on the pitch for minutes, receiving…
Dear Friends, if family or friends show any of these symptoms/signs, be proactive and seek professional medical attention. The signs and symptoms of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be subtle. Symptoms of a TBI may not appear until days or weeks following the injury or may even be missed as people may look fine…
Dear Friends, Hollywood fantasy often shows good guys vs bad guys shooting and shooting and if someone gets shot in the head…what? What about…the reality of our brave men and women in the military who try and protect us? Most people learn about gunshot wounds from watching television or going to the movies. From “Gunsmoke”…
The historic view is that once brain cells are damaged or killed, they do not regenerate. Yet, research over the last 20 years is showing substantial evidence of cell regeneration, particularly in those under 40 year of age. Even without regeneration, the recovery process continues as a result of brain plasticity. With this being said…
Soccer players who frequently head-butt the ball—a commonly used tactic for passing or scoring in a game—may be risking brain injury, memory loss, and impaired cognitive ability, according to a study published in the journal Radiology. Brain injury and the lasting effects of concussion in sport have become a major health issue in recent years, especially…
The inclusion of pets into hospital and rehabilitation environments has long been considered very therapeutic, and pets continue to be an important part of life long after rehabilitation has ended. This is true for people with a brain injury, and the wider community. A pet can offer acceptance, love and motivation through the most difficult…
People with first-time brain injuries or those who have lived with a brain injury can often feel isolated, frustrated, or confused about their symptoms. Joining a support group can help survivors of brain injury, including their families, friends, and caregivers, gain valuable knowledge and learn about resources from other attendees. Support groups can also provide…
In January 2016, President Trump stated; “Now they tackle. ‘Oh, head-on-head collision, 15 yards.’ The whole game is all screwed up. You say, ‘Wow, what a tackle.’ Bing. Flag. Football has become soft. Football has become soft. Now, I’ll be criticized for that. They’ll say, ‘Oh, isn’t that terrible.’ But football has become soft like…
Dear Friends, Apparently E-Scooters are very popular in most major cities and countries. They appeal to a younger generation and tourists alike. However, please be aware for you, family members and friends that helmets are often not required. – Alex) One in 3 people involved in electric scooter accidents require treatment for injuries at an…
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) results when there is substantial trauma to the head. Dogs and cats can sustain injuries to the brain when they are hit by a car, attacked and bitten around the head by a larger animal or shaken by a larger animal or when they fall from a height, receive a…