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Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury generally occurs, when the head or body experiences a blow or other traumatic injury. The severity of the symptoms depends on the force of the impact and the nature of the injury. TBI can cause a wide range of physician and cognitive impairments.
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Loss of balance
- Sensory issues
- Memory loss
- Difficulty with language and communication
- Dizziness
- Sensitivity to light or sound
- Difficulty sleeping
- Difficulty with motor functions
Traumatic Brain Injury Risk Factors
Common events that can cause a traumatic brain injury include:
- Falls
- Vehicle-related collisions
- Violence
- Sports injuries
- Combat injuries
The individuals most at risk of a traumatic brain injury include:
- Children (newborns to 4 – years old)
- Young adults (Ages 15-24)
- Adults (60 and older)
- Males
Types of Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment
Speech Generating Devices
Treatment Type 1
At Lincare, we know living with speech disorders can be isolating, which is why we are committed to helping you gain the power to communicate and connect. We use highly customizable speech-generating devices to help with communication issues caused by congenital conditions, developmental delays, acquired diseases, or injuries.How We Can Help
Patients who receive a manufactured valve will almost always require a blood-thinning medication for the rest of their lives. The blood thinner will keep clots from forming. Living with a Mechanical Heart Valve can be challenging, but you're not in it alone. Lincare’s affiliates are here for you and provide at Home PT/INR Testing. The INR Testing program may improve health-related quality of life while receiving the medical treatment you need.
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Hear more from Lincare patientsDevices We Provide Include:
Eye Gaze
State-of-the-art eye gaze devices are a high tech and highly effective access method for those with limited physical capabilities.
Expression 8.3
8.3" display, 12 MP front and rear-facing cameras, up to 10 hours of battery, and a rotating carry handle/kickstand.
Expression 10.9
10.9" display, 12 MP front and rear facing cameras, up to 10 hours of battery, and a rotating carry handle/kickstand.
Expression 12.9
12.9” display, 12MP front and 8MP rear-facing cameras, and up to 10 hours of battery.
Additional Lincare Services
Oxygen Therapy
Oxygen treatments can help improve oxygen intake, reduce symptoms, increase stamina, and generally improve quality of life.
Home INR Testing
If you're on Warfarin, PT/INR at-home testing lets you monitor your blood anticoagulation levels weekly from home.
Nebulizer Treatment
Nebulizers treat diseases including COPD and asthma. We offer electronic and portable nebulizers, and our Pharmacy delivers them to you.
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