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Left Neglect After Brain Injury: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Left neglect (a type of hemispatial neglect) refers to a disorder of attention that causes a person to have difficulty noticing, attending to, and responding
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Left neglect (a type of hemispatial neglect) refers to a disorder of attention that causes a person to have difficulty noticing, attending to, and responding
Spasticity is an uncontrolled stiffening of muscles caused by a disruption of signals from the brain. The onset of spasticity after traumatic brain injury (TBI)
If you have ever experienced sensory overload after brain injury, you are not alone. Hypersensitivity to stimulation often occurs after TBI because your brain is
Perseveration after brain injury can cause someone to continuously repeat actions, words, or thoughts. It is thought to occur due to changes in memory, attention,
Nystagmus refers to a secondary effect of head injury that causes the eyes to make rapid, uncontrolled movements. It usually occurs after cerebellar damage. Vestibular disorders
Slurred speech is a common effect of head injury. Fortunately, by working with a speech therapist, individuals can learn effective ways to become a better
Loss of taste and smell after a head injury is often overlooked by doctors. Most patients in the hospital do not initially realize that their
Dysphagia is a common physical effect of brain injury that makes it difficult for patients to swallow on their own. It often affects people in early stages
Autonomic dysfunction is one of the many possible side effects of a concussion. It occurs due to damage of the autonomic nervous system. Unfortunately, most
Psychiatric issues, such as delusions and hallucinations, are common after head injury, especially in the early stages of recovery. In this article, we will discuss
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