How Can I Prevent My Brain From Suffering an Injury?

The brain is a vital organ to the human body. Without it, we cannot perform the basic necessities such as moving, talking and thinking. Those who are health conscious may wonder how they can help keep their brain from suffering an injury. While we cannot completely prevent accidents from happening ever, we can control our level of awareness and whether or not we practice safety. Here in this article, we have provided more information about brain injuries.

What are common symptoms associated with a brain injury?

A person who has suffered a brain injury may experience a variety of physical, social, behavioral, communicative, sensory and emotional symptoms. Examples of common brain injury symptoms are listed as follows:

  • Disorganized thoughts
  • Difficulty understanding speech
  • Slurred words
  • Irritability & moodiness
  • Blurry vision
  • Dilated pupils (one or both)
  • Passing out for seconds or minutes long
  • Nausea and/or vomiting
  • Headaches that do not lessen in intensity
  • Newly developed insomnia

Does a person always have to see a doctor about a potential brain injury?

Even if you believe your brain injury is mild, it is highly encouraged that you get medical attention quickly. In the best case scenario, you see your doctor and he or she determines you have actually not suffered a brain injury at all. However, under the worst circumstances waiting to get treatment may cause a life-threatening and critical conditions to arise. When it comes to taking care of the brain, it is better to be safe now than sorry later.

What are safety approaches to protecting the brain from harm?

There are many ways that a person can practice being more safe when taking care of their brain. Depending your career, level of daily activity and routines, you may be more or less likely to endure a brain injury. Those who participate in high-contact sports, are adrenaline junkies, or have a dangerous job, should consider the following safety suggestions:

  1. Always using appropriate gear for hobbies & sports
  2. If you ride a motorcycle, investing in helmets with high safety ratings
  3. Maintaining an exercise routine for strength & balance
  4. Replacing work equipment that is overly worn, has tears or holes
  5. Getting regular eye exams & prescription updates as needed

What can someone do around the house to help prevent brain injuries?

There are some things you can do around the house to help decrease the chances of slipping and falling while in your home. Add lighting to hallways or rooms that tend to be dark, install safety gates for children at the top of stairs, keep things tidy by picking up strewn belongings on the floor, removing curled or torn carpeting, and using a grip mat in your shower at all times.

What if someone else played a part in the accident which led to my brain injury?

If another person had an influence in causing your brain injury to happen, you may want to consider meeting with a personal injury lawyer Miami, FL residents trust. You may be able to file a civil lawsuit against this person for your medical costs, loss of pay if you had to miss work, and more.


 

 

Thank you to our friends and contributors at Needle & Ellenberg, P.A. for their knowledge about personal injuries.