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...
Serious injuries
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...
5 Signs a back injury is serious
Back injuries in Connecticut and elsewhere can range from mild to severe and could be caused by repetitive work, a fall, or a car collision. Recognizing the signs of a serious back injury can ensure you seek the proper treatment and reduce the chances of long-term...
Car accidents and pain levels
If you're involved in an accident in Connecticut, the type of injury that you sustain could be just one factor in the pain level that you experience. Here are just a few types of pain that can be common as a result of accidents whether they are rollovers or minor...
Dealing with an acute spinal cord injury
Spinal cord injuries are among the most catastrophic and life-changing for Connecticut residents. If you believe you have an acute spinal cord injury after being in an accident, there are certain symptoms you might experience. Understanding acute spinal cord injury An...
The differences between schizophrenia and TBI
Most Connecticut residents have probably hit their heads at some point or another. Most of the time, head injuries aren’t too serious. Other head injuries – classified as traumatic brain injuries – can cause severe personality changes and mental disorders. One of the...