Posts Tagged ‘TBI’
By Paul Stone On October 6th, 2017
A young Tulsa athlete has made “remarkable progress” recovering from a severe traumatic brain injury sustained during a football game between Union and Owasso High School. Union running back Keviyon…
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By Paul Stone On August 29th, 2017
When people think about traumatic brain injuries in football, they typically imagine highlight reel worthy collisions or spectacular tackles. Few realize even the most routine hits could trigger a life-threatening…
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By Paul Stone On August 25th, 2017
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.…
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By Paul Stone On June 2nd, 2017
For many people who experience a traumatic brain injury, the bump to the head is just the start of their problems. The first response of an injured brain is to…
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By Paul Stone On May 17th, 2017
More than half of all service members discharged from the military for misconduct also had an existing brain injury or mental health condition, according to a new report from the…
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By Paul Stone On May 11th, 2017
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…
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By Paul Stone On April 19th, 2017
When an employee has a brain injury, it can be difficult for an employer to know exactly what they need to do to accommodate their employee’s needs. You can browse…
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By Paul Stone On April 10th, 2017
Charlie Garner is a former NFL running back who rushed for over 7,000 yards and 39 touchdowns across an 11-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, Oakland Raiders,…
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By Paul Stone On April 5th, 2017
Men and women who experience concussions often have similar experiences in many ways. The headaches, nausea, and confusion are almost universal among those who experience a traumatic brain injury. But,…
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By Paul Stone On April 3rd, 2017
The personal costs of traumatic brain injury can be devastating. Disability, mental and emotional changes that can be potentially long-lasting, and relationship strain are just a few ways the injury…
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