Post-Concussion Syndrome May Not Be An Accurate Measure Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) is defined as a set of common symptoms that occur in the days or months after a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). These symptoms include fatigue, depression, headaches, dizziness, and cognitive problems. PCS has been a somewhat controversial topic because clinicians rely on the patient’s report of their symptoms, in absence of
Subjective Versus Objective Complaints After Traumatic Brain Injury
A self-report of symptoms after a traumatic brain injury is an important part of the assessment process. But, how does a clinician interpret inconsistencies between self-reported symptoms and the objective neuropsychological evaluation? One problem is that the severity of the brain injury can affect the way the patient talks about symptoms. For instance, a person
TBI Act Reauthorization 2012
On Friday, January 13, 2012, BIAA’s government affairs director along with NASHIA’s lobbyist met with staff representing the National Disability Rights Network to discuss TBI Act reauthorization in 2012. BIAA will continue to work closely with other stakeholders as the reauthorization of the TBI Act moves forward. AHRQ Reports Open for Public Comment The Effective
Brain Injury Awareness Day 2012
I look forward to seeing you all at the Brain Injury Awareness Day on March 21, 2012! Schedule for March 21, 2012 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Brain Injury Awareness Fair, First Floor Foyer of the Rayburn House Office Building 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Congressional Briefing, Location to Be Announced 5:30 PM
Using EEG To Track Recovery After Sports-Related Concussion
Full recovery after a sports-related concussion (i.e., mild traumatic brain injury) is critical in order to prevent cumulative damage from future concussion. Unfortunately, the pressure to return to play often outweighs the need to wait for full recovery, and athletes often return to play sooner than they should. There have been various tools proposed to
Chronic Fatigue After Traumatic Brain Injury
The rate of chronic fatigue after traumatic brain injury is more than four times higher than the general population. Chronic fatigue is a complex disorder, and research has shown that is related to sleep problems, cognitive impairment, attention deficits, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain—problems that are also common after traumatic brain injury. Hormonal insufficiencies that
Increased Risk For Injury After A Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury can result in cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments that make the patient more vulnerable to future injury. For instance, cognitive impairments may result in slow decision-making or faulty judgment that can put a person at risk while driving. Emotional impairments may lead to an increased risk of assault-related injury or self-harm.
The Burden On the Caregiver After Traumatic Brain Injury
After discharge from the hospital or rehabilitation center, a person with traumatic brain injury (TBI) usually returns home. In most cases, one family member becomes solely responsible for the patient, creating a tremendous burden on that family member. A recent study described the most common profile of the caregivers for TBI patients. Although the study
SB 253 Language
A health care insurance plan may not deny coverage for medical or rehabilitation treatment for an acquired brain injury (ABI) at a licensed facility at which appropriate services may be provided, including, but not limited to, a hospital; an acute rehabilitation hospital; a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH); a congregate living health facility; an adult
Brain Injury Association of California Sponsors SB 253
The Brain Injury Association of California (BIACAL) is pleased to sponsor Senate Bill 253, The Brain Injury Access To Treatment Act. SB 253 will enable access to treatment for acquired brain injury across an established continuum of licensed treatment settings specifically designed to provide the most clinically effective and cost efficient specialized treatment for acquired
