After a car crash or similar incident, those involved could potentially sustain significant injuries. In some cases, they may need help covering the expenses generated by their injuries. Insurance can help cover some of the expenses associated with serious injuries....
Injuries
What should you know about neck injuries?
People who are involved in motor vehicle crashes may have been subjected to a severe impact, which causes trauma to the body. For some, the impact causes the head to fling about, which can lead to damage to the structures within the neck. Neck injuries can range from...
3 reasons burn injuries may cost more than people estimate
People involved in car crashes or other severe accidents can get a variety of injuries. Burns are among some of the most painful and expensive injuries possible. People often underestimate how expensive burn injuries can actually be. Burn victims may decline to seek...
Keeping kids safe: Bike and pedestrian safety for back-to-school
As the back-to-school season approaches, parents are making necessary arrangements for their children to have a successful academic year. Many parents are also faced with the decision of how their children will commute to school. Allowing kids to walk or cycle to...
New technology could benefit those with traumatic brain injuries
There are several reasons why experts classify traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) as catastrophic injuries. First is how profound the consequences of such injuries can be. The cost of medical care can range from five to seven figures depending on numerous details about...
Is it dangerous to sleep after a concussion?
If you suffer a head injury, such as after you’re involved in a car accident, it may leave you feeling fatigued. Many people are tempted to sleep, but others around them may tell them that it’s dangerous to do so. They’ll try to keep them up and warn them that...
Are all spinal cord injuries permanent?
The prospect of a spinal cord injury frightens most people. People dislike the idea of losing motor control and physical sensation in parts of their bodies. Many worry about the possibility of being dependent on assistive technology or other people for the challenges...
4 classification levels for burn injuries
Burn injuries can be classified based on their severity. This classification is used to determine what type of treatment is necessary. It can also tell victims about their potential injuries and the path to recovery. There are four general classifications that are...
How a traumatic brain injury can upend someone’s life
Even when motorists practice defensive driving and follow all the rules of the road, there is still a likelihood that they may be involved in a car accident before reaching their destination. Hopefully, any crash that does occur will result in nothing more than some...
Spinal cord injuries and muscle wasting connection newly explored
A recent study led by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has brought to light the extensive impact of spinal cord injuries (SCI) on muscle wasting. This condition, which extends beyond expected muscle loss due to paralysis, presents a rapid and severe...