Injuries

Orange County, California's year-round mild climate and scenic landscapes is a cyclist paradise. Before pedaling along its beautiful coastlines and bustling cities, cyclists should acquaint themselves with local laws, biking infrastructure and safety measures. Orange...

It’s no secret that the construction industry is dangerous. In fact, it is widely regarded as the most dangerous occupation, with numerous injuries and fatalities occurring each year.  Accidents on construction sites occur for a number of reasons, but defective power...

You’re called to the hospital after a loved one has been in an accident only to be told that they’re in a coma. Naturally, the first thing you want to know is whether they’re going to wake up again – and how long that might take. Up until recently, the best that...

Even though it might have seemed like crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or intersection controlled by traffic signs or lights in California has always been legal, it hasn’t. That changed, at least to some degree on Jan. 1 of this year when the “The Freedom to...

People who are involved in automobile crashes or falls may suffer from spinal cord injuries due to the severity of the impact and the manner in which it affects the body. These injuries can be very serious. When you seek medical care, the doctor is going to look at...

When people talk about the severity of burn injuries, their focus is often on the aesthetic impact. Burns very frequently cause scars, even with surgical intervention. While it is true that visible burn injuries can affect someone's mental health, self-esteem and...

Brain injuries can range from minor annoyances to catastrophic injuries that significantly impact a person’s future. Even when the injury is minor, it’s still problematic because multiple injuries can lead to major issues. Understanding some basic information about...

When television shows or movies want to depict a traumatic brain injury (TBI), they often show people bleeding from the nose or dramatically losing consciousness. While those symptoms do occur, the early warning signs and lasting symptoms of brain injuries are often...

Many people do not realize how much they use certain parts of their body until they cannot. For example, reaching for objects and generally moving your arm may seem like an involuntary movement because it is so natural. However, after a car accident dislocated your...