Brain Injuries

Around 58,500 people sustain a traumatic brain injury every year in Michigan. A TBI is either closed or penetrating. Nothing enters the skull with a closed injury, but an object has entered the skull in a penetrating injury. Penetrating brain injuries These...

Thousands of people in Michigan experience violent trauma for a wide range of reasons, many of them due to accidents of various causes. Among the most serious are any injuries damaging the brain, a concussion being one type of brain injury. A concussion may or may not...

Catastrophic brain injuries resulting from car accidents and other mishaps in Michigan can have far-ranging effects on victims. They can even occur when no apparent physical damage has occurred, producing many problems affecting daily function. Victims frequently must...

The brain is the most important organ in the body; as such, one should take all the necessary steps and preventive measures to keep it safe and functioning at its optimal level. However, certain head injuries can cause permanent brain damage, depending on the type and...

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a severe condition that can result from a head injury such as from a car accident or fall. In most cases, TBI is a sudden injury to the brain. Unfortunately, TBI can have a devastating effect on an individual's life in Michigan. It can...

If you have suffered a stroke in Michigan, it may be the cause of your brain injury. This is the type of medical issue that can lead to permanent debility and death. If you or someone near you is having a suspected stroke, you need to call 911. This is one medical...

Even mild traumatic brain injuries are serious and can significantly impact the life of any Michigan resident. It’s important to know what causes them. What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious head injury that can lead to a variety...

Traumatic brain injuries are more common in Michigan than some people think. They can also be a major cause of disability or even death. What is a traumatic brain injury? Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a catastrophic type of injury that can be caused by either a...

Sometimes, a part of life involves caring for those you love. With that said, certain people throughout Michigan are caring for loved ones with brain injuries. Caring for someone with this type of condition isn't always easy. Fortunately, giving this type of care can...

Any damage that occurs when an outside force to the head or neck injures the brain is a traumatic brain injury. Falls, car accidents, sports injuries, recreational activities and assaults are common causes of traumatic brain injury. Concussions are mild traumatic...