Brain injuries are a major concern in modern medicine. They can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. A doctor in California is pushing for a change in how these injuries are handled. This doctor is not just any doctor. He is a neurosurgeon. His name is Dr. Geoffrey Manley. He works at the Univ
People without homes often face a tough mix of brain injuries and mental health or substance use issues. This combo makes their lives even harder. It's clear that these problems are common, but there's a big gap in how to tackle them together. So, a group of community insiders decided to step up. Th
When someone suffers a severe brain injury, decisions about their care often fall to family or friends. This is because predicting the outcome of such injuries is incredibly difficult. A recent study looked into how these decisions vary among different racial and ethnic groups. The study focused on
Virtual reality (VR) is a hot topic in many fields. It is used in rehabilitation and education. But, how does it help kids with traumatic brain injuries (TBI)? That is a question that still needs a lot of answers. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are the experts who work with these kids. They hav
Brain injuries from explosions are a big deal. They have become more common in both soldiers and civilians. The long-term effects can be serious, including problems with thinking and memory. But not everyone is affected the same way. Genes and gender play a big role in how well someone bounces back
The emergency room often sees older adults with mild head injuries. These injuries are quite common. Doctors usually order a CT scan just because the patient is older. This is despite the fact that most of these scans show nothing serious. So, what if there was a better way to decide who needs a
Microglia are the brain's first responders to sudden injuries. They are a type of immune cell that lives in the central nervous system. When something goes wrong, like a bad fall or a stroke, microglia spring into action. They change their behavior and release tiny packages called extracellular vesi
Every year, millions of people worldwide deal with chronic headaches after a mild brain injury. This happens often after a car crash. Researchers wanted to see if brain scans could help spot who might have long-term pain. They looked at 227 people who had a mild brain injury from a car acci
Brain injuries can happen from many things like accidents, sports, or even diseases. When this happens, scientists are interested in finding genes that help brain cells heal. One of these genes is called Wnt8a. It's like a superhero gene that steps up during brain injury. It helps brain cells grow n
Women who survive intimate partner violence often face a hidden battle. This isn't just about bruises or broken bones. It's about injuries to the brain that can't be seen. These injuries, known as acquired brain injuries (ABI), include traumatic brain injuries and those caused by lack of oxygen. The
