Recent Posts in the Traumatic Brain Injuries Category

• What Causes Heterotopic Ossification?

  Sep 24, 2021
  Heterotopic ossification (HO) is when bone forms within soft tissues, including muscles, ligaments, and other non-skeletal tissues; in other words, HO ...
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• The Impact of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

  Jan 10, 2019
  Despite its name, an mTBI or mild traumatic brain injury is not a mild injury. It is a classification used by doctors to describe either a brief loss ...
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• When domestic violence turns deadly - hidden risks for women

  May 22, 2018
  Domestic violence is a fairly common term, and Rhode Island news broadcasters often mention the dangers of abusive homes for spouses and children. ...
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• Why is a subdural hematoma so dangerous?

  May 11, 2018
  Rhode Island car and boat accidents often lead to severe head injuries due to the massive forces involved in vehicle transport. Of these injuries, ...
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• What are differences between TBI and PTSD?

  Feb 21, 2018
  It is not uncommon for traumatic brain injury and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to be comingled in the minds of many Rhode Islanders. However, ...
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• Recognizing the signs and symptoms of brain injury

  Feb 13, 2018
  Rhode Island residents who suffer brain injuries often do so after experiencing a significant blow to the head. If you suspect that you or someone you ...
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• Can a brain injury lead to Alzheimer’s?

  Jan 17, 2018
  The brain is a very complex thing. Even those who specialize in studying and working with it in Rhode Island are not completely aware of everything ...
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• What is post traumatic amnesia?

  Dec 20, 2017
  If you suffer a brain injury in Rhode Island, there are many conditions you could end up with. From a concussion to amnesia, any injury to the brain ...
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