Displaying items by tag: concussion

Wednesday, 14 September 2022 13:55

Come See our Concussion Treatments at McWhorter CNR

The CDC estimates that about 1.6 million athletes sustain concussive head injuries each year. Resulting symptoms range from headaches and dizziness to memory lapses and confusion. These symptoms can last weeks or months after the initial injury. Fortunately, there are many concussion treatments available today to help patients recover quickly and efficiently.

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We often think of concussions as "mild," short-term injuries. But in reality, a concussion is a traumatic brain injury. According to the CDC, concussions account for a shocking 75% of all brain injuries, and they can significantly disrupt an individual's daily life. Between pounding headaches, nausea, confusion, and visual impairments, the effects of concussions can be devastating. Here's a guide to concussion rehabilitation in Centennial, CO.

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Friday, 30 July 2021 16:28

Can HBOT in Denver Help Heal Your Brain?

There’s no denying that a lack of oxygen is bad for the brain. Without enough oxygen, brain cells die and serious brain injury can occur. In some cases, brain cells begin to die just five minutes after their oxygen supply disappears. And believe it or not, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are the leading cause of disability and death in the United States. This begs the question, is getting more oxygen than normal better for your brain? This is the guiding principle behind hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or HBOT, for short. If you’re interested in exploring HBOT in Denver, you’ve come to the right place.

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