After suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI), most people expect to have some physical symptoms for a time. These can include headaches, vision problems, memory loss and more. Fewer realize that TBIs can worsen pre-existing mental health issues. They can also cause...
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What accommodations can help a work-related TBI victim?
A person who suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at work may have a long road to recovery. They may have to take some time off work and might need certain accommodations if they’re able to return to the job. The specific accommodations that an individual may...
3 occupations with a high risk of TBI
Any workplace can pose a risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, workers in certain occupations may be at high risk due to their duties or elements in their workplace. Below are three examples of such occupations: 1. Construction workers Jobs in the...
What damages can you seek if you lose a limb at work?
Losing a limb can be devastating. Depending on its severity and nature, your independence can be greatly impacted. This, in turn, can impact your ability to work and provide for yourself and your dependents. If a workplace accident leads to amputation, you may be...
Almost every amputation leads to phantom limb syndrome
Phantom limb syndrome is a condition where people will still have sensations even though a limb is gone. For instance, someone could lose their arm in a workplace accident, but for weeks, months or even years after that accident, they may still feel pain shooting...
Driving after incurring a traumatic brain injury
Every traumatic brain injury (TBI) is different. How someone injures their brain, their health before the injury and the treatment that they receive are among the numerous factors that make one brain injury case vastly different from the next. As such, it can be hard...
Stationary and permanent disability in California
Navigating the complexities of workers' compensation in California requires understanding of specific legal terminologies that clarify the benefits an injured worker is entitled to. Among these, the concepts of stationary and permanent disability are fundamental, each...
2 traumatic brain injury treatment options worth exploring
A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a severe condition resulting from a sudden jolt to the head, leading to disruption in normal brain function. Traumatic brain injuries can range between mild concussions and severe injuries that cause long-term complications. TBIs...
4 types of TBIs construction workers can sustain at job sites
Working in the construction industry is undoubtedly challenging, requiring physical endurance and mental acuity. The nature of the job also exposes workers to potential hazards, with falls from great heights being a significant concern. Construction workers can...
Preventing traumatic brain injury in the workplace
Accidents can happen anywhere at any time, and the workplace is not exempt from potential hazards that could lead to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Workplace accidents resulting in traumatic brain injuries are a significant concern due to the potential long-term...