Coup-contrecoup injury may occur in a rear-end collision, with high speed stops, or with violent shaking of a baby, because the brain and skull are of different densities, and therefore travel at different speeds.
It can occur anywhere in the brain. Where ever there is ischemic injury, necrosis and inflammation occur which cause death of neurons = "red neurons". It is usually seen within 12-48 hours after an ischemic event ie. thrombosis or embolism.
Significant impact to the head and rapid acceleration/deceleration of the head
It occurs when the skull is subjected to some type of impact causing injury to the skull and brain. A good example is a car crash where the person drives their head into the windshield.
There are many types of brain injuries that can occur. Traumatic brain injury is the most common one that occurs from something physical usually. They tend to occur from vehicular, construction or even sports accidents.
The difference is that one can have a brain injury and not have brain damage. Essentially, brain damage is caused by injury or trauma to the brain. However, not every injury to the brain will cause brain damage.
The difference is that one can have a brain injury and not have brain damage. Essentially, brain damage is caused by injury or trauma to the brain. However, not every injury to the brain will cause brain damage.
Significant impact to the head AND Rapid acceleration/deceleration of the head
Trauma in this case means a physical injury to the skull which damages the brain. It could be caused by a traffic accident, a fall, being caught in an explosion, being struck in the head by an object, etc.
Trauma in this case means a physical injury to the skull which damages the brain. It could be caused by a traffic accident, a fall, being caught in an explosion, being struck in the head by an object, etc.
Yes.
A person may need a brain injury solicitor or lawyer to assist in a brain injury lawsuit. If a person is a victim of a brain injury due to the negligence of another, a brain injury lawyer can get compensation for their injuries.
Symptoms of severe brain injury can vary greatly, depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.