Head Injuries
11 Things Doctors Don't Tell You About a TBI and PCS
On March 13, 2020, I had an accident with one of my horses and sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI). I managed to get hit in the front of the head by the horse's head; the back of my head hit the metal stall bars. Here are 11 things I wish I had known.
Moving Past the Guilt of Surviving Traumatic Brain Injury
I am a survivor of traumatic brain injury who now works as a case manager with disabled adults. This article covers both my experience and that of one of my clients.
My Chiari Malformation: When Your Brain Is Too Big for Your Skull
All my life, I have been told I must have "big brains to hold all that smartness in." Little did I know this was actually true.
Tips for Parents: Concussion Recovery Activities for Kids to Combat Boredom
Resting the brain doesn't come naturally to children, yet rest is needed for concussion recovery. This list helped us relieve boredom when our daughter had a concussion.
Concussion Symptoms and Care: What I Learned From My Son's Experience
If you hit your head hard and are now feeling foggy, having head pain, or having trouble remembering, you may have a concussion. Check these symptoms and see if you need to go to the doctor.