The brain is one of the most sensitive organs in the human body, and any damage to it may permanently affect victims. Head injuries are among the most common injuries following an accident. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the possible after-effects, which...

Immediately after a car crash, your adrenaline takes over, and if you do not have apparent injuries, you may think everything is fine. After all, you cannot see any evidence of harm, like broken bones, bruises or blood. However, it's not all that meets the eye, and...

A car wreck always carries the potential for serious injuries, and amputation injuries are some of the most catastrophic you can experience. They can absolutely change your life. The amputation injury could happen during the crash, or your overall injuries could just...

The stress of adapting to a new life after suffering severe spinal injuries can toll on your mental health. Studies found irrefutable links between the two, going beyond getting used to a new lease or life. Your social circle could change instantly, and you may no...

Hurricane season put everyone in the Gulf region on edge. Storms can crop up in a matter of days and cause damage to houses, the environment and even municipal infrastructure. While Alabama does not always get hit with the same number of storms that Florida...

An aggressive dog can cause physical trauma, emotional damage and disfiguring injuries in only a few seconds. A single bite can break bones or require stitches, while a mauling attack could cause fatal injuries. Although most dogs love to interact with humans, some...

Elevator accidents occur more frequently than many people realize. Over 10,000 people are injured in elevator accidents every year in this country. Many are people working on maintaining or repairing them. However, others are simply passengers. Most people ride in...

Long gone are the days when cheerleading entailed little more than shaking pom-poms and trying to get the crowd at a game to show some enthusiasm and team spirit. Today’s cheerleaders are involved in complex routines -- and, far too often, outright dangerous stunts....

A traumatic brain injury can have a host of impacts on a victim. While some of these are physical, there are also some emotional changes that might come after an injury of this type. Coping with the emotional impacts of the TBI can be rather difficult, and they may...

Limb loss can occur for several different reasons. In most cases, people lose a limb because of medical conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. However, vehicle accidents can also lead to the amputation of a limb. In addition to the injury itself, losing...