The CDC estimates that over 300,000 people sustain concussions every year. The reality, however, is that most concussions don’t receive a diagnosis, which means that this number could be much higher. A concussion is a lighter form of traumatic brain injury, but it may have equal or near-similar effects on the person who suffered it.
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A concussion usually happens when there is sudden force applied to one’s head or transferred from another body part to the head. This usually interrupts normal brain function which may either be momentary or prolonged.
Some of the most common causes of concussions include:
- Car accidents
- Slip and fall events
- Motorcycle accidents
- Falling objects
- Whiplash
- Blows to the head
Here are some facts about concussions you should know about:
- Concussions cannot be picked up by an MRI
- They are also not seen when one undergoes a CT scan
- You may suffer a concussion without losing consciousness
- Athletes who play contact sports are more likely to suffer from them
- If you suffer a concussion, you are more likely to suffer it a second time, a condition known as second impact syndrome
Here are some of the signs that point to the fact that you may have suffered from a concussion:
- You may have a problem with sound and light
- You may suffer from memory lapses or amnesia
- You may struggle to understand a TV or radio program
- You may have problems reading and understanding content in a magazine
- You may have exaggerated emotional responses
- You may fall asleep during the day
- You may suffer from constant nausea during physical activity
Post-Concussion Syndrome
A concussion can lead to post-concussion syndrome where the symptoms listed above last for weeks, months, and in some cases, years. About 10 percent of people who suffer from concussions go on to develop this, and one may experience symptoms such as migraine-like headaches, disorientation and rapidly shifting mood changes.
Filing a Claim for Concussion-Related Injuries
In order to claim damages for concussion related injuries, there must be a causal link between your accident and the condition as outlined by a doctor. It is very important to find a doctor who is able to write an objective report showing that your injuries led to your concussion and its resultant complications, so choose carefully. Better still, call us at 1 (773) 825-3547 and we’ll help put our medical resources to work for you so you don’t have to do the heavy lifting.
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In addition, you may collect for non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, loss of life enjoyment, loss of consortium, and emotional distress, to name but a few. Ready to speak to a concussion attorney? Call 1 (773) 825-3547 NOW to get free legal advice from one of our friendly lawyers. We look forward to hearing from you.