Moderate and Severe Traumatic Brain Injuries
Moderate & Severe Traumatic Brain Injuries
A moderate or severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or by a penetrating injury to the head. For those who survive, a moderate to severe TBI may lead to life-long health problems that may affect all aspects of life. Traumatic Brain Injury is now classified as a chronic condition. MAKE A BRAINSTEPS REFERRAL IMMEDIATELY
A mild to moderate brain injury can result from various types of events. Here are some examples:
- Abusive Head Trauma ( formerly known as shaken baby)
- Assault(s)
- Auto-Pedestrian Accident
- Bicycle/Mountain Biking
- Child Abuse
- Falls
- Gunshot wound
- Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
- Motor Vehicle Accidents (ATV/Go-Cart/Car/Bus/Jet Ski)
- Recreational Activities (Skateboarding/Playground/Skiing
- Sports Injury
- List is not inclusive