Doctors treat about 4,000 children age 19 and under for sports-related traumatic brain injuries in New York every year, according to data from the New York State Department of Health. While contact sports, such as rugby, football and ice hockey cause the most...
A traumatic brain injury is an injury that occurs after a blow to the head or when an object penetrates the skull. While individuals of any age may suffer a TBI, normal childhood activities may make children increasingly vulnerable to this type of injury. According to...
Traumatic brain injuries vary dramatically in severity and potential outcomes. In fact, the term TBI refers to diverse injuries that affect the head, skull and brain. Review the common types of TBI so you can seek appropriate help in this situation. Primary injuries...
Anyone can experience a traumatic brain injury after a fall, car accident or sports incident. However, some people have a higher risk of traumatic brain injury. Review the risk factors for TBI so you can protect yourself and your family members. Motor vehicle...
While a concussion can result from even a fall or blow to the head that seems minor, the effects of this brain injury can be quite serious. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an untreated concussion can cause long-term disability or even...
From sports-related injuries and motor vehicle accidents to slips, trips and falls, recent research shows that even a minor concussion may result in potentially debilitating mental and/or emotional disorders. According to the National Institutes of Health, around 1...
As a parent, you have every right to worry about concussions in youth sports. A traumatic brain injury can have lifelong consequences for your son or daughter. The first thing you have to acknowledge is that every sport comes with risks. The good news is, you can...
As a parent, you must play an active role in keeping your child healthy. If your son or daughter plays sports, participates in equestrian activities or otherwise leads an active lifestyle, he or she may eventually sustain a traumatic brain injury. Getting the right...
With New York State lawmakers considering a ban on preteens playing tackle football in schools due to serious head injuries, the issue of cheerleader concussions may also come to mind. A study conducted by the American Association of Pediatrics revealed that...
New York’s consideration of a law banning tackle football for preteens may be attributable to the alarming rate of brain injuries high school football players sustain. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, data from high school sports injury surveillance...
