Assistive devices and technology are anything that helps make activities of daily living (ADLs) easier and increase quality of life. This is a small sample of the assistive technologies available to help after brain injury. If you are looking for more options, check with healthcare providers, other survivors and your local brain injury association for […]
Assistive devices and technology are anything that helps make activities of daily living (ADLs) easier and increase quality of life. This is a small sample of the assistive technologies available to help after brain injury. If you are looking for more options, check with health care providers, other survivors and your local brain injury association […]
Headaches are one of the most common challenges after a concussion. They can also be present after brain injury. They can be debilitating, frustrating, and be a long-term effect. It can be helpful to understand your headaches, the potential causes, and how to manage them. Topics in this section include: Causes of headaches Diagnosing headaches […]
Headaches are one of the most common challenges after a concussion. They can also be present after brain injury. They can be debilitating, frustrating, and be a long-term effect for your friend or family member. It can be helpful to understand headaches, the potential causes, and how to help the person manage them. Topics in this […]
For many people, a barrier to physical activity is that they don’t want to do it. This could be because they view it as challenging or unenjoyable. You may feel the same way, even though you know physical activity of any kind is good for you. If you struggle with motivation when it comes to […]
A subdural hematoma is when blood collects on the surface of the brain underneath the skull. They are most commonly a result from a head injury and are caused when a vein ruptures between the surface of the brain and the skull. When blood pools, it presses on the brain, leading to increased risks of permanent […]
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