Being realistic about the impact of a spinal cord injury

Your spinal cord serves as the communication conduit between your brain and the rest of your body. It sends impulses to move your limbs when you want to walk or pick something up. It receives information from your body about pain and temperature and uses that to guide your behavior. This information travels as…

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Can a simple sniff test predict a coma patient’s recovery?

When someone has been in an accident and they’re in a coma, the first thing that their loved ones want to know is, “What are the chances of recovery?” While the Glasgow Coma Scale has long been used to assess a patient’s true level of consciousness, the reality is that even the most modern…

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Texas fault laws that could affect your car accident claim

You may be entitled to compensation after a car accident caused by a negligent driver. Your injuries may lead to medical bills, missed wages, pain and suffering, among other damages. However, your contribution to the accident may affect the settlement you can claim for your losses. In some states, you cannot claim anything if…

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The most common type of 18-wheeler accidents

Modern 18-wheelers can weigh more than 80,000 pounds and be over 65 feet long. These giants are seen on roads in and around Texas every day, and while they are an essential part of the U.S. economy, they also pose serious risks to other drivers.  While rules and regulations have been established for those…

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2 ways the loss of a limb or extremity will affect your finances

People can lose a limb or extremity to trauma or to surgery if the body part suffers such severe injury that medical professionals cannot help repair it safely. The expenses involved in the initial surgical procedure and aftercare following a traumatic or surgical amputation will only be the start of the financial impact such…

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How much will a brain injury cost you?

Some people realize they have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion right at the scene of a car crash. They lose consciousness or have immediate symptoms because of the severity of their injury. Other times, it could be several days before someone seeks medical attention after injuring their head. Brain injuries can cause…

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