Traumatic Brain Injury

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

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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.

Learn More About Speech Generating Devices

How We Can Help

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