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Brain Injuries
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Acquired Brain Injury
Acquired brain injury occurs when a sudden, external, physical assault damages the brain. It is one of the most common causes of disability and death in adults. -
Concussion
Sometimes called a mild traumatic brain injury, a concussion is caused by a blow or a jolt to the head. -
Concussions: Caution Is a No-Brainer
Although concussions range from mild to severe, they're all serious injuries that can harm the way the brain works. -
Head Injury
A head injury can be as mild as a bump, bruise, or cut on the head, or can be moderate to severe because of a concussion, deep cut, fractured skull bone(s), or internal bleeding. -
Rehabilitation for Post-Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a sudden injury causes damage to your brain. If you have experienced a TBI, rehabilitation may be an important part of your recovery. -
Taking Care of Head Injuries
The most common causes of head injuries are auto and motorcycle accidents, falls and violent assaults. -
Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is exactly what it sounds like. This is a type of brain injury caused by a trauma.


