The 5 Most Common Types Of Traumatic Brain Injury

The brain is one of the most complex organs in your body and even medical science has yet to figure it out completely. This is why traumatic brain injury is such a complex injury and has so many variations in the type of symptoms that may result from it. The 5 most common types of traumatic brain injury are: Concussion – Concussions are the most common type of brain injury. Though a concussion can be caused by a direct blow to the head, it can be just as easily be brought on by violent shaking and whiplash. Often a person will experience a temporary loss of consciousness following a concussion. This can last a few seconds to a couple minutes, but a rare few may remain completely conscious the entire time. Though some concussions are severe enough to cause permanent damage, it is possible to completely recover or to walk away with only minor side effects. Brain contusion – Much like a concussion, a contusion are caused by direct impact to the head. A contusion is a bruise or bleeding that is directly on the brain. Depending on the size of the wound, you may need surgical treatment in order to live. However, most do not require invasive treatment. Coup-Countrecoup – A coup-countrecoup brain injury can be thought of as a double brain contusion. As the impact causes a contusion on one side of the brain, it hits with enough force to cause the brain to “rattle” in the skull causing a second contusion. As you can imagine, this tends to be more serious than your average contusion injury and is more likely to need surgical treatment. Diffuse axonal – A diffuse axonal brain injury is most commonly found after car accidents and is caused by a strong shaking or rotation of the head. With this type of brain injury, the nerve tissue will most likely tear. Depending on the severity of the accident, this could lead to temporary or permanent damage. Penetration – As you can imagine, this type of brain injury is often very serious. Instead of the injury being caused by outside impact, it is caused by a foreign object penetrating the brain itself. In most accident cases, penetration injuries are caused by flying debris or glass. Those who receive this type of injury are often seriously injured or die as a result. It is not likely that the victim will make a full recovery. With so many different types of brain injuries, each with their own recovery needs and symptoms, it is no wonder why it is so difficult to treat or understand. Car and “slip and fall” accidents are the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in Florida. However, both these instances may allow you to seek financial compensation for your injuries. If you live in the St. Peterburg and have suffered traumatic brain injury due to a slip and fall accident or car accident, don't hesitate seek our assistance. Our firm is experience in many different types of personal injury cases and know how to get the financial compensation you need after a traumatic brain injury. Contact us today for a free case review!