Archive for January, 2014
By jasonmaddox On January 31st, 2014
Physicians in Grenoble, France are working to lighten Michael Schumacher from his medically induced coma. Schumacher received a severe brain injury in fall while skiing several weeks ago and his condition has been subject to much speculation. Emergency surgery to remove blood clots on his brain and reduce intra-cranial pressure took place at the hospital…
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By jasonmaddox On January 31st, 2014
With the upcoming Super Bowl we all are experiencing the pre-game hype, pushing for our favorite team, wondering about the ads and the half-time show and probably not really thinking much about concussions and CTE. Since 2012, the NFL has worked to reduce the risks which lead to concussions and has seen a 12% reduction…
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By Paul Stone On January 28th, 2014
The Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center released new clinical recommendations for traumatic brain injuries last week, hoping to assist service members who have suffered mild TBI or concussions in returning to their normal life. Their recommendations will be available for military and civilian health care professionals, and can be downloaded from the DVBiC website.…
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By jasonmaddox On January 27th, 2014
Rayfield Wright, a retired Dallas Cowboy and Football Hall of Fame member, faces dementia. Wright, now 68, played for the Cowboys from 1967-1979. He has two Super Bowl rings in size 16 through which a quarter can easily pass. His retirement was brought on by the effects of multiple concussions which was affecting his memory.…
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By jasonmaddox On January 27th, 2014
There continues to be a search for the drug which can address the complex neurological events which occur after brain injury. Progesterone, a female hormone, holds out promise in the search. Now in Phase III trials in to studies: Protect III and SyNAPSE, Progesterone may soon enter into use immediately following a brain injury to…
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By jasonmaddox On January 24th, 2014
A few days ago, I heard a news reporter state casually that most babies who are born weighing two pounds survive. I’ve known for a while that babies who are born prematurely have much better chances of survival due to medical advancement, but the statement made me reflect on how far we’ve come. The news…
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By Paul Stone On January 24th, 2014
While football continues to dominate the discussion surrounding sports-related brain injuries, it is often easy to forget that numerous other sports are also facing their own concussion problems. Football is undoubtedly the most popular sport in the United States, and so it makes sense that it receives the most attention from the media. But, it…
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By Paul Stone On January 23rd, 2014
Over three weeks ago, famous Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher suffered devastating head injuries while skiing in the French Alps. He was placed in a medically-induced coma while doctors worked to relieve swelling, but as time passes many are beginning to fear the worst. The lack of concrete updates from trustworthy sources only makes matters…
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By Paul Stone On January 21st, 2014
Last year, President Obama made headlines by voicing concern about the concussion rates in the NFL and noting he might not let his son play football if he was the father of one. The statement echoed the sentiments of many throughout the United States, as parents find themselves considering their child’s safety in the decision…
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By Paul Stone On January 16th, 2014
Traumatic brain injuries can do curious things to the brain. While doctors are all too familiar with comas, cognitive deficiencies, vision problems, motor issues, headaches, and long-term behavioral issues, as well as the numerous other common symptoms of moderate to severe TBI, sometimes TBI patients come out of their injury with conditions that are much…
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