Is a concussion or “mild” traumatic brain injury serious?
Yes. Each year more than 1,000,000 people sustain a “mild” traumatic brain injury. A “mild” traumatic brain injury is typically characterized by a brief loss of consciousness, loss of memory (before or after the event), an alternation in mental state, and/or focal neurological deficits. While most people who sustain a “mild” traumatic brain injury appear normal, many suffer from long-term and/or permanent effects known as post-concussion syndrome. People suffering from post-concussion syndrome, often described as “death without a body,” can experience lifelong changes in cognition and personality. If you have sustained a concussion in an accident and do not feel like yourself, contact us to discuss the full scope and extent of your injuries.
