Boxer Adonis Stevenson is relearning to walk and speak two months after TBI
Nearly two months after suffering a dramatic brain injury in a title fight, boxer Adonis Stevenson’s family says he has begun to speak and walk with assistance.
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Army veteran’s TBI recovery led him back to school and into business
Like many people who experience a serious traumatic brain injury, Army Staff Sgt. Brian Grundtner faced lots of doubt and uncertainty after he fell 50-feet during an airborne training jump. He didn’t know what his recovery would entail or what his life would be like afterward. He certainly didn’t know his path through recovery would…
ReadHoldenville Athlete Crosses The Stage At Graduation After Serious Brain Injury
As anyone who has had a concussion knows, a brain injury puts your life on hold. In most cases, it is just for a week or two, as you rest and heal up. But, for others like Holdenville senior Oske Lowe, it can take much longer. Thankfully, it hasn’t stopped him from donning a cap…
ReadPhotographer Tells His Story of TBI Recovery Through Pictures
Every story of traumatic brain injury may include some similar themes, such as cognitive issues, long recoveries, and a lot of quiet resting. But, every story is also unique. Trevor Gavin shows this through vivid pictures that document every step of his journey from traumatic brain injury to recovery. In March 2016, Gavin experienced a…
ReadThe Hurtful Things You Hear When You Live With Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injuries have been called ‘invisible injuries’ because they are effectively invisible on the outside. While a person may be struggling with memory loss, confusion, mood swings, headaches, nausea, and many more problems, they still look normal to the rest of the world. There is no bruise or bandage to show they are still…
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