According to the American Physical Therapy Association, Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition that affects the nerves of your body. It is generally classified by the number of nerves affected, the type of nerve cells affected, or the process affecting the nerves.... Read more »
Pain of any type that occurs in any part of the head is typically referred to as a headache. There are many different types of headaches, with just as many causes. The International Headache Society describes several different categories of headache including :... Read more »
The National Stroke Association defines stroke as a “brain attack”. It occurs when blood flow to an area of brain is cut off. When this happens, brain cells are damaged as they are deprived of oxygen. When brain cells die during a stroke, abilities controlled by that... Read more »
The CDC states that a TBI is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head that disrupts the normal function of the brain. Not all blows or jolts to the head result in a TBI. The severity of a TBI may range from “mild” (i.e., a brief change in mental status or... Read more »
The Concussion Legacy Foundation defines PCS as the persistence of concussion symptoms beyond the normal course of recovery. The majority of concussion symptoms will resolve within about two weeks, and with proper recovery almost all dissipate within a month. In cases... Read more »
