What are the two types of traumatic brain injury?

The two types of traumatic brain injury are traumatic impact and traumatic inertial.

A traumatic brain injury caused by a traumatic impact are injuries that are caused by an outside impact with the head or skull. These can happen by way of a slip and fall, a motor vehicle collision, or other striking of the head.

A traumatic brain injury caused by an impact with the skull can be further divided into an open brain injury (where a foreign body penetrates the skull), and a closed brain injury where no penetration occurs.

The second type of traumatic brain injury is caused by traumatic inertia. This can be caused by a sudden stop-start or shaking of the brain. This can occur in a motor vehicle collision where a vehicle comes to a sudden stop, and the force of the stop causes the brain to strike the inside of the skull.

What are some examples of an acquired brain injury?

An acquired brain injury can be caused by a stroke, birth defect, near drowning, or an infection. Most are caused by depriving either blood or oxygen to the brain.

What is considered a traumatic brain injury?

A traumatic brain injury is an injury to the brain caused by a traumatic event such as a slip and fall, motor vehicle collision or sport related injury. They can vary in severity, from a mild traumatic brain injury to a severe traumatic brain injury.

Oftentimes, the word concussion is used to describe a traumatic brain injury, however, the term concussion can often downplay the severity of an injury. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury.

What happens if I suffer a brain injury?

Most individuals suffering from traumatic brain injury are hospitalized for extended periods. They often are rendered incapable of returning to work. Paying for rehabilitation and intensive care is difficult enough; having to plan financially for a life without employment income can be overwhelming. We help our clients achieve financial security so that they can look past these stressors and focus on their recovery. Brain injury survivors who have chosen Oatley Vigmond have consistently obtained settlements that help them achieve stability and normalcy.

Drawing on our extensive network of health care providers in the community, we’ll ensure your recovery includes access to the best health care specialists, including a rehabilitation team that is fully committed to your treatment and long-term well being. We connect traumatic brain injury survivors with psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, social workers, rehabilitation support workers, and more. Many brain injury survivors require lifelong care and rehabilitation to manage chronic symptoms. In addition, we assist with counselling for the families, to help them cope with the changes to their loved ones.