Very recently, tens of thousands of American motorists were told to stop driving their vehicles immediately. This is a rare occurrence, in that most recall notices simply indicate that drivers should get their defective vehicles fixed as soon as possible. Yet, in the...
Serious injuries
What factors influence recovery after a spinal cord injury?
Recovering from a spinal cord injury (SCI) is a complex process, influenced by a variety of factors. Each individual's journey to recovery is unique, depending on the nature and severity of the injury. Understanding these factors is crucial for patients, families and...
Electrical stimulation could be used to treat severe TBIs
Many Connecticut residents suffer traumatic brain injuries each year. Mild traumatic brain injuries cause only temporary declines in brain function, but severe injuries cause long-term or even permanent impairment. There is little that current medical science can do...
Shoulder injuries often occur after car crashes
Each day, adults in Connecticut use their vehicles. Unfortunately, some of these individuals wind up involved in an automobile accident. Motor vehicle accidents can cause many types of bodily injuries, especially those involving your shoulders. Bruised shoulders While...
What does it mean to suffer polytrauma?
Most people have never heard the term “polytrauma” until they suffer it – often in a serious car crash or other event. Sometimes, even a serious fall can cause polytrauma. So can violent attacks and things like being crushed – for example, during a severe weather...
Treatment for broken or bruised ribs
If you have been in an accident in Connecticut and hurt your torso, it's important to seek medical attention to see if your ribs are bruised, broken or fractured. There is a difference in the treatment plan that your doctor may prescribe. Bruised ribs Bruised ribs can...
How a spinal cord injury affects the body
In some Connecticut car accidents, the victims suffer spinal cord injuries. The effects can be extensive and permanent for some people. It is important to understand some possible effects, the different classifications and how spinal cord injuries are different than...
Three types of herniated discs
If you are a Connecticut resident experiencing back pain, you may wonder if you have a herniated disc. This condition occurs when the outside shell of the disc ruptures and the soft, jelly-like nucleus leaks out. This condition is about twice as likely in men than in...
Potential spinal cord injury causes
Any damage to the spinal cord can have severe and life-altering consequences for Connecticut residents at the workplace, on the road, at school or while engaging in physical activity. Understanding, and avoiding, common causes of spinal cord injury is Traumatic causes...
Data shows an increase in traffic fatalities
According to researchers, traffic deaths rose by 12% in 2021. This is certainly concerning news for Connecticut drivers, and it is important to understand the underlying causes of this trend. However, it is also prudent to look at the data in context and consider...