If you hit your head after a fall, you could sustain a concussion. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that usually resolves on its own. At one point, doctors told patients not to sleep with a concussion. Research currently shows that it is usually fine,...
Month: July 2022
Signs of nursing home negligence you need to know
If you have a loved one in a nursing home, then you may think about them often. You might find yourself wondering about the quality of care that they get, and whether or not they have what they need. While you may not be able to know everything that happens when your...
Can concussions affect temperament?
After suffering from a blow to the head, a victim may develop a traumatic brain injury (TBI). These injuries can include concussions, which happen due to the concussive damage of the brain hitting the interior of the skull. The impact of these injuries can last for...
Could an overactive bladder lead to nursing home falls?
As a person ages, he or she may find the need to use the bathroom more often. Many people have to get up during the night, sometimes, multiple times, to use the restroom. U.S. News and World Report explains getting in and out of bed increases the risk of a fall for...