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Why Post-Concussion Syndrome Causes Tingling Hands (And What to Do)

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen July 23rd, 2021

Tingling hands following a concussion (mild traumatic brain injury, or mTBI) might sound relatively minor, but for anyone who’s had the misfortune to experience this symptom, it can be painful, puzzling, and disruptive to daily activities.

Post-Concussion Syndrome Car Accident Settlements: How They Work, Mistakes to Avoid, and Insights from Real Cases

By: Barbara Porter June 24th, 2021

Receiving a concussion in a car accident can be an extremely traumatic experience, regardless of whether you were at fault.

The Best Natural Remedies for Post-Concussion Syndrome Symptoms

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen June 22nd, 2021

Many doctors’ first response to a concussion is to recommend resting in a dark room until symptoms go away. And if that doesn’t work (and it won’t for up to 30% of post-concussion patients), their next step is often to prescribe medications for the symptoms that haven’t gone away.

37 Symptoms of Old Head Injury and How to Treat Them

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen May 10th, 2021

Any head injury — including concussion — can cause symptoms that last for years after the injury. Up to 30% of post-concussion patients experience symptoms beyond the expected three-month recovery window. Other types of brain injury, such as severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), transient ischemic attack (TIA), certain viral or bacterial illnesses, carbon monoxide poisoning, surgery, and chemical exposure can result in lingering symptoms, too.

Which Type of Head Injury Doctor to See for Your Concussion or TBI

By: Dr. Alina Fong PhD April 29th, 2021

The type of head injury doctor you need to see depends on the type of injury you’ve experienced and how long ago the injury occurred. Doctors who excel at concussion treatment, for example, are often not the doctors you would see for a skull fracture.

TBI and Other Brain Injury Recovery Stories: Lessons from 5 Survivors

By: Dr. Jaycie Loewen April 27th, 2021

If you’ve ever felt like you were suffering alone with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may find it reassuring to learn you’re definitely not alone.

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