A slip-and-fall accident, motor vehicle collision, property accident or personal injury can lead to traumatic brain injuries (TBI). TBIs are head injuries caused by a strike, blow, hit or jolt that injures the brain, which can lead to long-term disabilities. Victims can suffer from a few of the following problems after a TBI:
- Impaired brain function
- Memory issues
- Communication difficulties
- Impaired senses
- Dizziness
- Migraines and headaches
- Seizures
There are different severities of TBIs, which can affect how long victims will suffer symptoms and if they can recover from their injuries.
What type of TBI is it?
Despite the name, traumatic brain injuries can be mild, moderate or severe. The severity of TBIs can determine the potential for recovery.
A mild TBI, such as a concussion, could last for several months before the victim recovers naturally or with help from doctors and medication. A moderate TBI could limit certain neurological functions, which may require assistance from medical professionals, therapists and surgeons before the victim recovers from their injuries.
Recovery from a severe TBI will often depend on the type and location of the injury. For example, the chances of recovery for a victim who is in a coma after a TBI depends on how their TBI was caused and how it affects their body.
What is the cost of recovery?
While some traumatic brain injuries can heal on their own, many do not. Victims of TBIs could need physical and psychological therapy, medication and other medical services. They can seek fair compensation after a personal injury. A personal injury case could help victims recover from their financial difficulties.