Did you know a minor jolt can result in a significant brain injury? Here's how.
Often, when I converse with my clients, I inquire, “Have you ever had a concussion?” The standard reply is typically a series of vehement ‘No’s. Probing deeper, I ask, “Have you ever been involved in a car accident? Experienced your head shaking rapidly? Endured a hefty blow to the head that left you dazed or seeing stars?” Almost always, the answer is a ‘Yes’.
Now, let’s explore what a ‘mild traumatic brain injury’ is, as defined by Google: A bump, a blow, or a jolt to the head resulting from a hit to the body, leading the head and brain to shake rapidly back and forth.
Dispelling Common Myths about Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Crucially, what isn’t stated is that you don’t need to be unconscious for any specific duration to be diagnosed with this type of injury. A mere rapid movement of your head is all it takes.
The Latency of Brain Injuries: A Quiet Storm
Let’s not underestimate these injuries as they could have occurred decades ago. Perhaps, you were in a vehicular accident and suffered from whiplash. Or maybe during a hockey match, a playground mishap, or a football game where you took a hit to your head. Fast forward to the present, and you’re dealing with an inflamed brain.
The Significant Link to Cognitive Impairments
If you’re experiencing mild cognitive impairments, memory issues, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, or simply unclear thinking, chances are you have some form of brain injury causing your brain to inflame. This information is profoundly vital, and it’s essential to understand the potentially lasting effects of what may seem like a ‘mild’ injury to the brain.
This topic is of grave importance. If this information was enlightening, do not hesitate to hit the ‘like’ button, drop a comment, and share it with those dear to you. The knowledge of mild traumatic brain injuries can be a game-changer in understanding and addressing cognitive issues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A mild traumatic brain injury is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head—or a hit to the body that makes the head and brain move rapidly back and forth. You don’t need to lose consciousness to have an mTBI.
Yes. Many people believe concussions only happen if you black out, but even a quick head movement or a hard shake from a car accident, sports injury, or fall can cause a mild traumatic brain injury.
Yes. Symptoms may surface long after the injury—sometimes decades later. Past events like whiplash, sports collisions, or playground falls can lead to brain inflammation and later cognitive problems.
mTBI can contribute to memory issues, cognitive decline, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and general brain fog due to ongoing brain inflammation.
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