One of the lesser known consequences of suffering a traumatic head injury in a car crash, motorcycle wreck, truck collision or other accident is a vestibular injury. The vestibular is the brain and inner ear system which coordinates and processes balance information as well as maintaining the automated vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) which ensures a clear vision while moving. Because patients suffering from vestibular injuries are often misdiagnosed as being ataxic, it is important that you are fully aware of the nature of vestibular injury and that you explain to your doctor any circumstances which could have contributed to it.
Head and brain injuries are extremely common in traffic wrecks and a variety of other serious accidents which frequently occur throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Concussion, contusion, skull fracture, traumatic brain injury (TBI) and subarachnoid or subdural hemorrhage are all common injuries you might suffer from a severe head injury. As with any of them, a vestibular injury is extremely serious as it could mean permanent damage.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy
Unfortunately, this natural “recalibration” process is not successful for all patients. In such cases, it may be appropriate for them to seek Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy from a specially-trained physical or occupational therapist. This treatment is designed to improve the patient’s balance system going forward by desensitizing it to problematic movements and enhancing the brain’s ability to fine tune itself as it naturally attempts to recalibrate itself. It is important to realize that even though the patient’s balance is restored, the balance system injury still exists - the brain simply teaches itself to adapt to the injuries.Find Out About Your Legal Rights
If you or someone you love has suffered a head injury (including vestibular injury) in an auto accident or other scenario, it is important that you consult with a board certified personal injury lawyer who will be able to explain your legal rights as they apply to your personal situation. You may be entitled to compensation.To speak to an attorney today, please call the Anderson Law Firm toll free at 800-354-6275 or locally in Fort Worth, Texas at 817-294-1900.
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