Traumatic brain injury can have a disastrous impact on a person (survivor) and his family. As we all know, “Prevention is better than cure.” So it is better to try to prevent a traumatic brain injury. We will discuss some tips for preventing a traumatic brain injury
What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
A traumatic brain injury is a complex blow or jolt caused to the head (brain or skull) by an external force or by the head hitting an object. It can display a wide spectrum of symptoms and lead to disabilities.
Causes of TBI
The main causes of a traumatic brain injury are truck accidents, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents, cycle or bike accidents, birth injuries, violence, falls and assaults.
Tips for Preventing TBI
- Make it a practice to wear seat belts while travelling in a motor vehicle.
- Strictly obey the traffic rules while driving.
- While skating or cycling be aware of drivers.
- Wear approved helmets during contact sports, skating, horse riding and other similar sports.
- Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Avoid irregular or uneven surfaces when walking, cycling and skateboarding.
- Follow the rules specified and the warning signals when you play at water theme parks, swimming pools and beaches.
- Always wear a helmet when driving a bicycle, scooters, or any other similar open vehicles.
- Supervise young children: Don’t allow kids to use sporting equipment or play sports that are not suited to their age.
- Keep your home safe from hazards, especially if you have elderly or kids at home.
- Use the right child safety belt or booster depending on the age of your child.
Know Your Legal Rights
Often, negligence or intentional acts caused by other people can result in a traumatic brain injury. In such cases, the patients can seek compensation by filing a lawsuit or an insurance claim against the party responsible for the losses that occurred as a result of the injuries. You need the help of an experienced attorney for brain injury counsel who has complex technical and medical knowledge to determine the nature, type and extent of the traumatic brain injury and accordingly determine the losses that you have incurred.
