{"id":2103,"date":"2022-10-12T23:22:58","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T03:22:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mhsi.com\/blog\/?p=2103"},"modified":"2023-05-25T19:37:02","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T23:37:02","slug":"traumatic-brain-injury-tbi-how-its-treated-what-to-expect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mhsi.com\/blog\/traumatic-brain-injury-tbi-how-its-treated-what-to-expect\/","title":{"rendered":"Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): How It\u2019s Treated, What to Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, around 2.9 million cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) occur in the United States, and about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.congress.gov\/bill\/117th-congress\/house-bill\/2992\/text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5.3 million Americans<\/a> are currently living with a disability related to a traumatic brain injury.<\/p>\r\n<p>Understanding traumatic brain injuries \u2014symptoms, treatment options and how to prevent them \u2014 can help prepare you in the event you or a loved one sustain this type of injury.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>Any injury with an external cause that affects how the brain works is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/traumaticbraininjury\/get_the_facts.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">traumatic brain injury<\/a>, often abbreviated to TBI. These injuries are typically caused by a blow to the head \u2014 like a fall, or a car accident where the head hits the steering wheel at high speed \u2014 or a penetrating injury such as a gunshot wound.<\/p>\r\n<p>A traumatic brain injury can be mild, moderate or severe. Fortunately, about 75 percent of traumatic brain injuries are mild. The most common type of mild traumatic brain injury is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/traumaticbraininjury\/concussion\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">concussion<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<p>Symptoms of a traumatic brain injury may include:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Amnesia<\/li>\r\n    <li>Confusion<\/li>\r\n    <li>Trouble concentrating<\/li>\r\n    <li>Difficulty speaking or understanding language<\/li>\r\n    <li>Inappropriate expression of emotion, either laughing or crying<\/li>\r\n    <li>Aggression and irritability<\/li>\r\n    <li>Blurred vision<\/li>\r\n    <li>Slurred speech<\/li>\r\n    <li>Dilated or unequal pupils<\/li>\r\n    <li>Headaches<\/li>\r\n    <li>Ringing in the ears<\/li>\r\n    <li>Nausea or vomiting<\/li>\r\n    <li>Anxiety<\/li>\r\n    <li>Problems with balance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>People who have suffered a traumatic brain injury may also experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) alongside those of their injury.<\/p>\r\n<p>It\u2019s important for athletes, fall-prone individuals (like persons with disabilities or who are elderly) or anyone else who may be vulnerable to a traumatic brain injury to know the signs and symptoms, so they can seek care immediately upon noticing them.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Treating Traumatic Brain Injuries <\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>Many people with TBIs \u2014 particularly mild ones such as concussion \u2014 will be first seen and treated by their primary doctor or an urgent care provider. Then, depending on the severity of the injury, they may be referred to a specialist \u2014 like a neurologist or neurosurgeon \u2014 for further evaluation and treatment.<\/p>\r\n<p>In the case of mild traumatic brain injuries, recovery often involves rest and over-the-counter pain relievers, and can be done at home. Moderate traumatic brain injury typically requires more intensive treatment such as surgery.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>What to Expect After a Traumatic Brain Injury <\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>Most people who sustain a mild traumatic brain injury will stop having symptoms within days or weeks. However, up to 25 percent of these people may experience lingering effects such as inability to concentrate, head and neck pain, and memory issues for much longer \u2014 possibly months after the event that caused the TBI.<\/p>\r\n<p>For the small percentage of people who do experience long-term effects after a traumatic brain injury, ongoing treatment is key. Ideally this treatment is overseen by a multidisciplinary team that includes a neurosurgeon, neurologist, and rehab doctor or physical therapist, among other specialists.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury <\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>While some TBIs might be more mild or less symptomatic than others, there\u2019s no ideal situation with traumatic brain injury. Every situation is unique and presents its own set of challenges to recovery and treatment.<\/p>\r\n<p>So how do we prevent TBIs entirely? While you can\u2019t prevent the type of TBIs that come from accidents like tackles on the football field or a car accident, the most powerful tool we have is knowledge. The organization <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkfirst.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ThinkFirst<\/a> is an excellent source of trustworthy and comprehensive information on preventing traumatic injuries, offering tips for people of all ages on how to protect the brain.<\/p>\r\n<h6><b>If you or a loved one is seeking treatment for a traumatic brain injury, or to schedule an appointment with any of our MHSI experts, visit <a class=\"oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 py34i1dx\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mhsi.com\/corporate\/appointments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">www.mhsi.com\/appointments<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:(248) 784-3667\">248-784-3667<\/a>.<\/b><\/h6>\r\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, around 2.9 million cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) occur in the United States, and about 5.3 million Americans are currently living with a disability related to a traumatic brain injury. 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