Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Preventing TBI

• Wear seatbelts and helmets

• Never drive under the influence

• Make homes safer to prevent falls

Clinical Trials

Participate in trials to help advance treatment and diagnosis

Brain Tissue Donation

Contribute to research by donating brain tissue post-mortem

Neuroplasticity

Studies on how the brain adapts and repairs itself

Biomarkers

Identifying signs to improve diagnosis and outcomes

CTE Research

Developing diagnostic tools for living individuals

Neurological Exam

Tests brain function

Imaging

CT, MRI scans to evaluate brain damage

Neuropsychological Tests

Assess memory, concentration, and cognitive abilities

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)

Progressive brain disorder from repeated TBIs, causing memory issues, mood swings, and movement problems. Common in athletes with repetitive head injuries

Contusions (Brain Bruising)

Bruising from small blood vessels breaking. Can occur at the impact site or opposite side (coup vs. contrecoup).

Hematoma

are bleeding in and around the brain caused by a burst blood vessel

Focal Injury

Damage confined to one area

Unresponsive Wakefulness Syndrome (UWS)

Unconscious, unaware but may have reflexes

TBI in Children Symptoms

Changes in eating, persistent crying, loss of interest in toys, sleep changes, unsteady walking, vomiting

What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?

A brain injury caused by an external force (e.g., blow, jolt, object entering brain). Can cause temporary or permanent brain function issues.

Penetrating TBI 

happens when an object pierces the skull and enters the brain tissue.

Non-penetrating TBI 

caused by an external force strong enough to move the brain within the skull.