Symptoms of a Brain Injury

A traumatic injury is one where only a particular area of the brain is affected, that area where the external blow was applied. Often, it may result in damage only to the area controlling the speech, sight or any such particular function of the body. Symptoms of a traumatic brain injury are: * Unconsciousness is [...]

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Hypoxic Brain Injury

Hypoxic brain injury a condition that refers to a severe decrease of oxygen supplied to the brain, even though there is sufficient blood flow. This condition may be caused by a blockage in the respiratory tract or airways brought about by strangling, suffocation or choking, conditions such as head trauma, cardiac arrest, carbon monoxide poisoning [...]

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Anoxic Brain Injury

Anoxic Brain Injury occurs in cases of severe lack of oxygen to the brain. This usually happens when blood is unable to flow to the brain due to certain injuries or bleeding. There are three types of such injury: anemic anoxia (blood doesn’t carry enough oxygen), toxic anoxia (caused by toxins that block oxygen in [...]

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Seven Signs That A Man Will Have An Affair

March 6th, 2011 admin
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Can you tell that a man will cheat before it ever happens? Are there signs that a man will have an affair? Yes! There are behavioral, environmental and genetic factors that can help you to predict if a man will have an affair.

7 Signs That A Man Will Have An Affair

1. Affairs in his past – If a man has cheated on his girlfriend or wife in the past there is a good chance that he’ll do it again. There’s an old saying that goes ‘once a cheater always a cheater’ and while this may not be true in all cases, if a man has a history of infidelity it’s likely that he’ll do it again.

2. His ring finger is longer than his index finger – On a recent Dr. Phil a group of doctors explained that when a man’s ring finger is much longer than his index finger this may indicate that he’s more likely to cheat. Having a longer ring finger is a sign that a man was exposed to higher levels of testosterone in utero. More testosterone translates to more affairs.

3. Infidelity in family history – If your man’s parents were cheaters it’s likely that he will be too. Learning that infidelity is acceptable, or that it is the norm, makes a man more likely to cheat on his spouse.

4. Married young – Some studies suggests that when a couple marries at a very young age there’s bound to be infidelity in their future.

5.The symmetry of his face – If a man’s face is symmetrical this signals to women that he has a high genetic value which increases the likelihood of a man having multiple partners. If your husband or boyfriend has a sexy symmetrical face he may be more inclined to have an affair.

6. The size of his penis – If a man has a large penis it indicates a high level of testosterone which translates into more affairs.

7.Brain injuries – Married to the college jock? A history of brain injuries may make a man more likely to cheat. Brain injuries can inhibit a man’s ability to stop impulsive behaviors which means he’s more likely to have an affair

As you can now see that are some signs that you can look for when trying to determine if a man will have an affair in the future. You may notice that several of the signs that a man will cheat are qualities that we find attractive in men. For instance a well hung, masculine man, with a symmetrical face is fun to look at, but he’s also more likely to have an affair.

Now that you know about the signs that a man will have an affair, you can use this information when choosing a partner. Infidelity can be ruinous to a relationship and can cause a person a great deal of heart ache. One can’t help but preclude that it would be wise to attempt to determine if a potential suitor will one day put us through the misery of infidelity.

Gallbladder Surgery ? Part 3

March 6th, 2011 admin

Main bile duct injury The greatest risk during cholecystectomy is injury to the main bile duct. Once in every three hundred operations is the typical frequency of this problem. As it requires major surgery to fix this problem all surgeons are acutely aware of it and make every attempt to avoid it.

Other side effects in the abdomen There are other side effects from cholecystectomy such as a leaking of the bile but these are not usually apparent until after discharge of the patient. Patients should consult their general practitioners at once if they develop a yellow colour to the skin (jaundice) or find they are having steadily increasing abdominal pain.

Loose stools A level of diarrhoea can be experienced in a small group of patients who have had a cholecystectomy. Typically this is a minor effect but at times medication is required to control it.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) DVT is a possible problem after cholecystectomy but is uncommon. If a patient is at particular risk (having had a thrombosis before or if they are taking the contraceptive pill) then they should tell the surgeon about this and special precautions will be taken to reduce the risk. Moving the legs and feet as soon as possible after the operation and walking about early all help to stop thrombosis occurring.

General anaesthetics ” the risks A general anaesthetic comes with some risks which are usually low but may be more likely in people with other medical diseases:

Temporary side effects which are common (one in ten to one in a hundred risk) are pain and bruising around injection sites, sickness and blurred vision. These settle quickly and can be treated.

Less frequent complications (one in a hundred to one in ten thousand) are temporary difficulties with speaking and breathing, headaches, muscular pains, damage to lips, tongue and teeth and sore throat.

Side effects which are very uncommon but very important with a risk of less than 1 in 10,000 could be long-lasting damage to blood vessels and nerves, failure of the liver or kidneys, injury to the eyes, brain, laryngeal or lung damage, serious allergic reactions and death. These latter side effects are very rare and depend on the other medical conditions the patient has.

The reasons why the laparoscopic technique is preferred The typical surgical technique for gall bladder removal has moved strongly from open operation to laparoscopic management. The main benefits include a lower risk of infection, a reduction in pain post-operatively, quicker time to recovery and a very low scarring level. Patients are fully mobile, independent and able to be discharged home within 24 hours and can return to work by a week from the procedure. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is now a well established procedure and most surgeons are experienced in this.

What to do if there is a problem? If there is an acute problem such as fever or a discharging wound it is best for patients to contact their own family doctor first. The doctor may suggest the patient sees the surgeons at the hospital and if this is necessary they will make the arrangements. If patients are unable to get urgent medical help from a general practitioner they should attend the Emergency Department of their nearest hospital.

PCS or Postcholecystectomy Syndrome

PCS or postcholecystectomy syndrome includes a series of symptoms such as ongoing symptoms after the operation which were thought to be due to the gallbladder or new symptoms typically classed as related to that organ. There are also symptoms caused by the removal of the organ itself. Changes in bile flow once the gallbladder, normally the bile reservoir, has been removed are thought to cause the difficulties. The upper digestive tract can suffer inflammation of stomach and oesophagus due to increased flow of bile, with the lower tract suffering from colic-like abdominal pains and diarrhoea.

Typical average prevalence of PCS is 10 to 15 percent of cases of cholecystectomy, with attentive communication and questioning required both to explain the potential difficulties pre-operatively and to elicit the somewhat subtle symptoms later. Overall opinion is that the more securely the diagnosis is made initially the less likely PCS is to occur.

Can you Survive a Ruptured Brain Aneurysm? Part 3of3

March 6th, 2011 admin
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WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE SURGERY?

Physical and mental damage usually occurs whether the ruptured brain aneurysm is repaired with coils or clips. The effects are very similar to what a stroke victim suffers.

Collateral damage, others that are affected, will take its toll. They have to adjust to the fact that the person they have come to know and love no longer recognize them or is acting strange.

The recovery process can take months or even years to restore normal everyday functions.

1… Do you recognize everyone in your family?

2… Can you button your shirt?

3… Did you remember to zip up your pants?

4… You got your shoes on okay, but did you remember to put on your socks?

5… Can you walking across a room to answer the phone?

These simple tasks are just that, simple; unless you have been through a traumatizing brain injury. Everyone will do these everyday things without giving them a passing thought.

A Note: My cerebral aneurysm burst 5 years ago. I am still working to regain some physical abilities; some will never be restored.

Physical abilities, like not being able to control body functions, can be devastating. You learn a lot about the caregivers during this phase of recovery.

COPING WITH EVERYDAY PROBLEMS.

One thing you have to come to grips with is the idea that the brain controls everything you do.

The hardest part of recovery is realizing that you are having problems you never thought possible. A few common problems are:

1… Concentration.

Your ability to think things out is limited. (My mind goes blank when I get tired.)

2… Reasoning.

You know how much money you need to pay for a meal at a restaurant. You are positive that the amount of money you have in your hand to pay the bill is correct; but it never is.

3… Speech.

You stutter or get stuck on a word when trying to carry on a conversation. Getting stuck on a word is very frustrating.

For example: “Can I get –get– get– get– get– get– you a drink?” Those that do not know you will sometimes give you that “raised eye brow” look, or worse, laugh at you.

4… Fear.

Those of use that have experienced a brain aneurysm that hemorrhaged are really sensitive to anything that involves the head. Any kind of a headache sends us into the panic mode fearing that we are having another head injury.

REHABILATION

One of the hard parts of getting back on your feet is accepting the fact that you will need help. You cannot do it on your own, there’s no if’s, and’s, or but’s about it. YOU WILL NEED HELP.

I spent two months in a rehab center learning some of the fundamental things that are required to get back to a some-what normal existence.

My arms and legs needed to retrained. Basic speech was a major task for me. I relearned how to count money.

1… 2 dimes and 1 nickel = 25 cents

2… 3 quarters and 2 pennies = 77 cents.

That’s pocket change. But it takes on a whole new meaning to one that has survived a ruptured brain aneurysm.

The rehab hospital we have in our area does a very fine job. They spent many dedicated hours helping me relearn life. The problem is, as I see it, they seem to have a rubber stamp program to rehab all brain injury people and that has it’s limits.

However, after two months I still did not know the names of my children, or for that matter, that I even had kids. My wife stepped in and started working with me to reeducate me about me.

She made up a list of common everyday questions. The questions don’t seem to make much since to those that know the answers.

1… What’s your first name?

2… What’s your last name?

3… What’s your full name?

4… When is your birthday?

5… What’s your father’s name?

6… Where were you born?

7… What’s your mother’s name?

8… Are you married?

9… How many children do you have?

This is only a sample of questions that someone that suffered a brain injury cannot answer. Bonnie, That’s my wife, came up with 300 such questions. She worked with me every day with the questions until I started to get them right. It’s really frustrating not knowing who you are.

This type of Question/Answer game is very helpful. Try to get someone to make up a set of questions that fit you if one of the deficits you are experiencing is a loss of your identity.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

A ruptured brain aneurysm turns your life upside down. You have survived. Just surviving a traumatic brain injury makes you one of the lucky few. What’s taken a lifetime to learn can be wiped out in a heartbeat.

It’s easy to say “Just hang in there. Everything is going to be okay.” Here’s the truth. It’s going to be a long and hard journey to get back to being close to where your were before the life changing injury. Be patient and have a lot of faith in your own ability to pull yourself back up.

10 Justifications For Making a Personal Injury Claim

March 6th, 2011 admin
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If your life has been affected by a personal injury suffered through an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation. However, many people shy away from making a claim. With that in mind, here are 10 justifications for contacting an injury claim solicitor.

1. If your personal injury disrupted your lifestyle, even for a short period, perhaps by making you miss an important occasion, then a claim could be worth pursuing.

2. In many circumstances, these incidents can lead to a loss of earnings. Perhaps you went beyond sick pay allowance or missed out on bonuses you were on target for. Either way, a solicitor will be able to advise you.

3. Sometimes, possessions will be damaged through an accident that was no fault of your own. In these circumstances, you can still claim so you can replace them.

4. If the accident has left you with psychological trauma, you may be entitled to claim for compensation to help you deal with the issues you’re facing.

5. If you fear others could suffer a similar fait and get injured, you may wish to pursue a claim to raise awareness of the problem.

6. Your legal action could even force those who are responsible to make changes to guarantee others do not get injured.

7. If the impacts of the personal injury are long term, causing anything from disability and health issues to permanent disfigurement, you could be entitled to a large pay-out.

8. Significant health problems, such as a spinal or brain injury, may make it impossible or very difficult to work in the future, making it difficult for you to achieve a good standard of living.

9. It could also leave you requiring ongoing physiotherapy, which can be expensive and disruptive to your life.

10. Where an accident has led to someone’s death, the victim’s family may wish to contact a solicitor to take legal action against those responsible.

If making a personal injury claim, be it for something as serious as a brain injury through to damaged possessions, you’ll need to find a specialist solicitor.

3 Key Elements to Enjoy Exercise

March 5th, 2011 admin
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There are three key elements to any exercise program that should be considered before starting your physical fitness. These elements are safety, effectiveness, and enjoyment. Nine times out of ten people will quit an exercise routine because they do not enjoy what they are doing. Although exercise is not intentionally meant to be enjoyable, if you don’t enjoy what you are doing you won’t get far in achieving your goals. No matter what your goals are with your workout routine, weight loss, muscle gain, or to become fit and healthy, maintaining safety, effectiveness and enjoyment is essential to accomplishing your goals.

When exercising most people have the mindset of “No Pain, No Gain”. Unfortunately, this kind of thinking can lead to injury, set backs and ultimately abandoning your fitness program. It is important to understand the difference between pain and muscle soreness to be able to continue on your path to better health. When you engage in exercise, especially when you first start, delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is bound to occur. Muscle soreness is due to weak, unused muscles adapting to the start of exercise or activity. Muscle soreness can occur during activity or after activity and can last any where from 12-48 hours. The intensity and length of muscle soreness is determined by the intensity of the workout and the strength of the muscle. Everyday activities only exert a small amount of force on our muscles. If we don’t use our muscles then they become weak and overtime will atrophy, causing the body to breakdown muscles and use the oxygen and proteins in other areas of the body. Once our muscles get used to exercise muscle soreness will dissipate. However, muscle soreness can reappear at any time during a workout or fitness routine, when you change exercises, or increase time, distance and intensity.

Unlike muscle soreness, pain is a signal from our brain to our body telling us that there is something wrong. Pain signals are normally a sign of injury or trauma within the body. There are two different types of pain that can differentiate where the pain is coming from. Acute or sudden pain suggests injury to the body such as a muscle sprain, or strain. The pain is usually abrupt, specific to a part of the body and varies in intensity. This type of pain is usually associated with swelling, inflammation and bruising. Acute injuries while exercising are usually related to improper form or technique. Never bounce or force movements, whereas this can cause muscle strains or tearing. If you continue exercising after all your energy is depleted your form, accuracy and technique will suffer making injury more likely. If you are unsure of an exercise technique ask a health professional such as a personal trainer.

Delayed pain usually is caused by a deeper, underlying problem such as disease, disorder or condition in the body. Symptoms can range from dull to sharp, achy, numbness, tingling, or burning sensations. When experiencing pain symptoms rather than muscle soreness, fatigue or stiffness, it’s important to stop exercising. If the pain subsides, restart exercise with less intensity but be cautious. If pain persists, have a doctor check out the problem.

The effectiveness of ones exercise routine should be based upon ones personal fitness goals. If you are looking to lose weight, low to moderate workouts are the best exercises to burn fat. Every level of exercise has its own exercises, intensity and weight, repetitions and rest periods. Therefore if you have never worked out before or are just returning to exercise after a long break then you need to start out with lower intensity, and weight and higher repetitions and rest periods. As your body adapts to the exercise your muscles will acclimatize and your program will adjust. Make sure your goals match the type of physical activity that you are doing. Personal trainers are a great guide to developing an effective and efficient workout routine. Based on your goals they can tell you the best types of exercises, how long you should workout, the intensity, the repetitions and the rest periods. Not to mention they can monitor your technique and push you towards your goals.

All effective workout routines have three additional components that maximize the effectiveness of exercise. Warm up, cool down, and stretching are three key elements that not only reduce the risk of injury, but assist the body in achieving the best performance while exercising. The warm up increases the blood flow throughout the body and allows the muscles to prepare for physical activity. Stretched muscles not only increase performance but also improve flexibility, agility and mobility. A proper cool down that includes stretching reduces lactic acid buildup in the muscles, which has been known to cause muscle soreness. In addition, the muscles are able to repair and grow, faster.

Although some people can effectively workout and maintain proper physical fitness without enjoying their fitness routine, for most people if they don’t enjoy what they are doing while working out, they ultimately won’t stick to it. Enjoyment while exercising is possible if someone is motivated and driven by the actual activity, by friends or family, or by the goals they set for themselves. Many people enjoy exercising through the act of exercising itself. Whether you play a sport that you love, or you like to run the act of that type of exercise is a motivator that makes you want to perform that activity. Women, more often than men, prefer to have a companion when working out. When women get together they talk and encourage one another, which helps especially while exercising.  Plus even if they are doing an activity that isn’t particularly enjoyable, the company of a friend gives them enough enjoyment to complete the activity. Setting goals is the biggest motivation for people to want to workout. Whether your goals include losing weight, building muscle or becoming more fit and healthy, setting accomplishable goals can keep you on the right track to achieving your ultimate goal. Through exercise you stay on track to realizing your goals, which is a great feeling. The more motivated you are the more enjoyable your exercise will become. More enjoyment produces more consistency and greater results!

 

 

 

Understanding what a Brain Concussion is

March 5th, 2011 admin
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The nature and effects of concussions are still poorly understood by many athletes, parents, coaches, news reporters and, to a certain extent, even the medical community. But because the brain is a treasured organ–one that athletes should want to keep in good working order for the rest of their lives–a good understanding of concussions is crucial. In many ways, a concussion is like a bruising of the brain, and as such there are some serious medical issues that can go along with the damage. They can be especially dangerous if they are repeated over time, as this can lead to brain damage or dementia pugilistica (punch-drunk syndrome). In a concussion, blunt trauma causes the brain to hit the skull, causing a secondary injury. To understand the state of concussion in children the pediatrician is supposed to carry out a very detailed medical checkup and may also check the child’s temperature and heart using a stethoscope. MRI test, blood tests, X-rays and CT scan are some of the methods that are used to study in detail the concussion in children. This includes spans of unconsciousness after impact, headache accompanied by bouts of nausea and vomiting. The victim may also suffer from blurring of the vision. There may follow periods of confusion and disarray. Concussion and memory loss are sometimes inter-related; the later occurring as an inevitable consequence of the former. You may be dizzy because the balance organs in your ears have been upset. This is why any sudden movements of your head will cause you to become dizzy or you may feel as though you are floating. This will get better with time. Many people enjoy playing high-impact sports like football. However, football players can suffer from concussions due to tackling and hitting the ground. While most concussions are brushed off and ignored, this could actually have a profoundly negative impact on the brain. Even after the signs and symptoms of a concussion fade, the damage itself may not be healed. A concussion is a brain injury that is caused by a sudden blow to the head or to the body. The blow shakes the brain inside the skull, which temporarily prevents the brain from working normally. There has been more than one occasion were a kid was hurt during practice and I was worried that we were not doing the right thing to treat them. Even when a concussion looks slight, it might nonetheless bring about major impairment. Usually, a concussion is followed by an alteration in awareness, which simply means they have passed out or are up but dazed. Seeing that concussions might not involve damage to the brain’s framework, the health of those with simple concussions generally either shows improvements or continues to be the same. Concussion is the temporary loss of consciousness after a head injury. Although the skull is an excellent protection against most injuries, it can’t prevent all. Homeopathy is a complete and natural form of health care which works by addressing both of these. If the cause is known, such as the head injury, little else is needed for an accurate prescription to be made.

10 Situations Where A Personal Injury Claim Could Be Made

March 5th, 2011 admin
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Have you suffered an injury as the result of an accident that was in no way your fault? Here are 10 situations where you may be eligible for a claim.

1. If your personal injury has been caused as a result of a road traffic accident that was not your fault.

2. Head injuries are very serious and if a car or industrial accident has caused one, a legal expert may be worth contacting.

3. Industrial diseases, including those relating asbestos – such as lung cancer or mesothelioma – often result in compensation.

4. Vehicle collisions, including car and motorcycle accidents, can result in life-changing spinal injuries for many people. Compensation could help you adjust with your lifestyle or employment changes.

5. Brain injuries are also life-changing and you may find that you can no longer do what you were once able to. For instance, you may not be able to perform the job you have. Compensation can help.

6. It’s not just physical injuries that result in a claim. If you’ve suffered mental trauma due to an accident, you may need help that can be expensive without compensation.

7. Slippy and damaged flooring often leads to trips and falls, which can cause painful injuries. A solicitor can help assess whether you have a right to claim.

8. Occasionally, something can go wrong with an operation and leave people in a worse state than when they went in. Where some form of negligence is involved, a claim may be possible.

9. A number of accidents, especially in the workplace, can result in amputations that will undoubtedly have a major impact on lives and employment opportunities, so compensation may be required.

10. It’s not just out and about and at work where accidents take place. Through faulty or damaged products, we can often suffer injuries in the home. The manufacturer may be culpable for what has happened, in which case a claim should be pursued.

Have you suffered a personal injury, such as a head injury or industrial disease? If so, you may want to speak to a solicitor to discuss your eligibility for a claim.

Preventing Falls

March 5th, 2011 admin
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Perhaps you know someone who’s been injured, disabled or even killed by a fall. Or maybe you’ve taken a spill yourself and are afraid the next one could be worse. As we age, time takes its toll on the bodily systems that keep us balanced and standing upright. For example, you may not see or hear as well, which can affect your balance and coordination. Inherent to the aging process, we see slowing of reaction time, making it more difficult to move away from oncoming pedestrians or adjust to icy patches on a sidewalk, etc.

Normal declines in muscle strength and joint flexibility can hinder your ability to stand, walk and rise from chairs. In 2003, more than 1.8 million seniors were treated in hospital emergency rooms for fall-related injuries and of those treated, more than 421,000 were hospitalized. You needn’t let the fear of falling rule your life, however, as many falls and fall-related injuries are preventable.

Researchers have identified a number of modifiable risk factors that increase the likelihood of a fall, including medication side effects, loss of limb sensation, poor eyesight, tripping hazards within the home, and lack of physical activity. At least one-third of all falls involve hazards within the home. Most commonly, people trip over objects on the floor. Work with a family member or health care provider to evaluate your home for potential hazards and minimize your risk of injury.

Consider a general exercise program that includes activities such as walking, water workouts or tai chi, an exercise whose participants were almost twice less likely to experience a fall. Exercise reduces your risk of falls by improving your strength, balance, coordination and flexibility.

Your risk of falling may increase if you take certain prescription medications to treat age-related medical conditions. Many medications have side effects that can affect your brain function and lead to dizziness or lightheadedness. The number one prescribed drug for dizziness, meclizine, comes to mind here. Taking multiple medications magnifies the risk, as does combining prescription drugs with alcohol, over-the-counter allergy or sleeping medications, painkillers, or cough suppressants. Ask your prescribing physician or pharmacist to review your medications and reduce your chances of falling by using the lowest effective dosage. Also, discuss the need for walking aids or supports while taking medications that can affect balance.

Reduced vision increases risk of falls. Age-related vision diseases, including cataracts and glaucoma, can alter your depth perception, visual acuity and susceptibility to glare. These limitations hinder your ability to move safely. It is important to have regular check-ups with your ophthalmologist. Also, regularly clean your glasses to improve visibility.

Osteoporosis makes bones less resistant to stress and more likely to fracture. Caused by hormonal changes, calcium and vitamin D deficiencies, and a decrease in physical activity, osteoporosis is a chief cause of fractures in older adults, especially women. To help limit the effects of osteoporosis, be sure to eat or drink sufficient calcium. Falls don’t have to be a part of getting older. Our office offers free fall risk screening. Don’t wait until you end up in the hospital to find out your fall could have been prevented. Take advantage of this offer, as the first part of preventing a fall in knowing if you are at risk.

Dr. Scopelliti has over 1000 hours in post doctoral neurology, and practices at the 279 Professional Medical Arts Bldg at the rear of Monmouth Medical Center; Tel. (732) 229-5250. Information is updated weekly on the web at www.dcneuro.net.

Common Injuries From Car Accidents

March 5th, 2011 admin
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Car accidents are a part of life. As much as people try to avoid them, there were 6.4 million in 2005, roughly one for every 45 people in America. And unfortunately, injuries are common results of accidents, and these can be quite serious. It is important to be evaluated by a health professional to rule out a serious injury after a car accident. Luckily, many injuries are minor and require little treatment.

Most serious injuries in car accidents involve the head. Brain damage is very serious. A ruptured blood vessel in the brain can cause a stroke, paralysis, or even death. The worst part of head injuries is that they affect decision-making; many people suffering from these injuries do not realize how badly they are hurt. Fortunately, professional examination, including medical examination and scans, is excellent at picking up serious injuries. The most common signs of serious head injury are confusion and an inability to perform mental tasks, such as remembering the day. With head injuries, medical care is very important, but unfortunately can be very expensive. Brain injuries can require care for years. Therefore, filing a personal injury claim for financial protection is recommended.

Another common injury associates with auto accidents is whiplash. This is a stretch injury to both the front and the back of the neck that also affects the nerves in that area. Pain can travel up the neck, into the head, and possibly down the arms. Unfortunately, pain can take a few days to appear. NFL players have said that they feel fine after the game, fine the next day, but then they cant walk the day after that. A 300 pound football player is 1/10 the size of a 3000 pound Toyota. Professional care is usually required for relief. Many chiropractors and physical therapists are excellent at treating these injuries because they see this every day. X-Rays or MRIs may be necessary to distinguish whiplash from a serious brain injury.

Bumps and bruises will result from almost every car accident. As the body flies forward, the seatbelt bruises the chest, collarbone, and the waist. As the head flies forward unrestrained, the muscles and joints in the neck and shoulders are strained. Sprained ankles from the foot hitting a pedal are also common. These are considered minor injuries, and though painful, will generally resolve completely with treatment. It may take some time though. Sprained ankles will be better after a week, but can take a month or two for most of the pain to disappear. Other bruises and strains will resolve with a similar timeframe. Chiropractic, physical therapy, and acupuncture will make the pain disappear faster. At home treatment including ice packs and hot packs may also be helpful.

A more serious impact will cause more injuries. Bones can break, organs can rupture, joints can dislocate, and tissues can tear. These injuries are bad, and can result in paralysis or death. They need to be identified quickly, so if any of these are even suspected, a visit to the emergency room is in order. Immediate surgery is required for a dislocated spine or a ruptured organ. Many broken bones also require surgery. After surgery, rehabilitation is required to restore normal life, that is, if there is no disability. Therefore, filing a personal injury claim for these injuries is recommended. An insurance company may offer a settlement that will not cover a lifetime of care that is needed. In short, injuries from car accidents are common and can be devastating, both physically and financially. Everyone should take care to protect themselves.

Horrific Injuries Demand Top Legal Representation

March 5th, 2011 admin
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A distracted driver has just caused an accident that has resulted in the loss of your arm and your old way of life is gone forever. Receiving the best possible legal representation will have lifelong consequences, so it is vital that you choose a personal injury attorney who has the experience and skills in dealing with insurance companies so that you can receive the maximum compensation available.

Many serious injuries are caused by distracted or drunk drivers. While every state has laws against drunk driving, most states have adopted distracted driver laws making it unlawful to use a cell phone under certain circumstances or to text at all while driving. A distracted driver attorney can obtain the at fault driver’s cell phone records to show he or she was not only violating the law, but was engaged in unreasonable and unsafe behavior that led to the catastrophic accident.

Truck accidents can cause devastating injuries merely by their size, but an injured party still needs to prove his or her case. Truckers are notorious for taking amphetamines for long distance hauling, and have been known to frequently switch carriers in order to avoid required drug testing.

Commercial carriers may be complicit in avoiding state and federal drug testing laws or may not have any drug policy at all. To uncover illegal behavior or failure to follow mandatory policies, victims of truck accidents need to retain an 18 wheeler accident attorney who can subpoena the appropriate documents and depose the responsible parties in order to hold them liable and to obtain the maximum compensation possible. Often, punitive damages may be available.

Traumatic injuries include anything from brain injuries, paralysis, or amputation of a limb. A victim may be disabled for the rest of his life and may be looking at astronomic medical bills and loss of income, not to mention a drastic change in lifestyle. An auto accident or brain injury attorney has the necessary resources and professional competence to siphon through the bureaucratic morass that often frustrates a less competent practitioner and which can lead to a verdict or settlement far below the value of your case.

In addition to establishing liability, your personal injury lawyer has to prove the cost of your medical care and loss of income as well as your future cost of care and future loss of income. An auto accident attorney knows to hire an expert in economic loss to evidence your lost income and one in vocational rehabilitation if you need to be retrained for another vocation.

Finally, your pain and suffering needs to be dramatically demonstrated so that the insurance companies will know that taking your case before a jury will expose them and their clients to an extremely high verdict. Retaining a law firm with the skill and assets to handle your life altering case can get you peace of mind and the confidence that you will be taken care of and that you will receive the compensation for which you are entitled.

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