Category: Brain Injury

Brain injuries fall under one of two categories: trauma or disease—also referred to as traumatic or non-traumatic brain injuries. Because the brain does not simply heal like a cut or other injuries of the body, recovery depends heavily on the cause of the injury, the severity of the patient’s symptoms, and the physician’s ability to…

Some of the most prevalent causes of brain injuries are trauma, stroke, and tumor. Each of these injuries or diseases affecting a brain injury patient causes different and sometimes difficult to detect symptoms.  Whatever the cause of the injury, however, a physician may be held liable for medical malpractice if they fail to treat the…

Data shows most kids not screened for developmental delays Early detection is often key when it comes to minimizing the long-term negative impact of a serious medical condition, especially among children. Unfortunately, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most kids are not getting the screenings they need to detect developmental delays.…

Head injuries are one of the most vexing concerns for medical care providers and patients alike. Unlike many other types of injury, the long-term effects of head trauma may not manifest for months, or even years after an accident. According to a new study from the New York University Langone School of Medicine, even victims…