Some lines of work are inherently dangerous. If you work in construction, or in a factory around heavy machinery, your risk of getting injured at work is very high. Many injuries that happen on job sites are relatively minor and will heal. Injuries like sprains or some broken bones often improve after a period of rest so that the injured person can go back to work. Other injuries are much more serious. Traumatic brain injuries can have major lifelong effects. Every traumatic brain injury is unique. The particular effects you may suffer depend on which parts of the brain are most affected by the injury. In many cases, a worker who suffers a TBI will not be able to come back to work and may need permanent disability payments through Workers’ Compensation or through your company, if they are a non-subscriber.
The Effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury
A TBI is always a very serious injury that requires hospitalization. You may need to have brain surgery to relieve swelling, which can be risky. After the acute crisis period has passed, a TBI can have lingering effects on you, including:
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Memory loss - While soap opera-like total amnesia is highly unlikely, many people who have had a TBI lose some memory. You may have difficulty recalling the events leading up to the accident, or you may not remember how to do certain tasks.
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