Numbness After Head Injury: How to Improve Sensation

shop-mgr2023-06-07T11:26:06+08:00 Numbness after head injury is most commonly associated with damage to the somatosensory cortex, an area of the brain responsible for processing sensory information such as textures and temperatures. Numbness can last a few weeks, months, or years and be accompanied by a burning, prickling, or tingling sensation. While there is a possibility that sensation may be restored through spontaneous recovery, there are many effective management techniques that can promote the likelihood of a fuller recovery. This article will discuss the causes of numbness after head injury and some of the most effective ways to promote recovery. What Causes Numbness After Head Injury? Numbness...

Twitching After Head Injury: Understanding the Causes, Types, & Treatments

shop-mgr2023-01-10T09:27:12+08:00 Twitching after head injury can indicate a post-traumatic movement disorder such as tremors, myoclonus, or spasticity. However, twitching can also be a positive sign of recovery during rehabilitation, especially for individuals with paralysis. This article will discuss the causes of twitching after brain injury, how it can improve with neuroplasticity (the nervous system’s ability to rewire itself), and effective treatments to promote recovery. What Causes Twitching After Brain Injury? There are several different reasons why someone may experience twitching, ranging from electrolyte imbalances and dehydration to medication side effects and neurologic movement disorders. The fully functional brain sends nerve signals to the muscles, telling them when to contract...

Feeling Cold After Head Injury: Understanding the Causes & Treatments for Cold Sensitivity

shop-mgr2023-01-10T09:27:05+08:00 Feeling cold after head injury is not uncommon and can be a secondary effect from head trauma. This does not apply to feeling cold when the air conditioner is blasting or when you forget your jacket on a chilly day. Rather, when your environment and body are at a normal temperature but you frequently find yourself feeling cold, this could be a secondary effect of traumatic brain injury. This article will explain why you might feel cold after head injury and what you can do to address this secondary effect. Why Some Survivors Feel Cold After Head Injury Around 13% of TBI patients report feeling...

Loss of Smell After Head Injury: Understanding Post-Traumatic Anosmia

shop-mgr2023-01-10T09:27:01+08:00 Anosmia refers to the complete loss of smell and can be caused by many neurological conditions, including head injury. Although anosmia affects around 20% of individuals following traumatic brain injury, this problem is commonly overlooked and is often discounted by health professionals as being a minor concern or annoyance. Conversely, post-traumatic anosmia can lead to decreased enjoyment of daily activities and have a major impact on a person’s quality of life. However, there is hope for recovery as well as several techniques to compensate for anosmia. In this article we will review the different causes of anosmia after head trauma as well as...