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Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury and Prevention Tips

Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is a serious and sometimes deadly injury that affects individuals who have suffered some type of injury to the head. TBI is one of the most common causes of death and disability across the world, especially for individuals under the age of 45.

In order to prevent TBI, it is important to be aware of the common causes of this debilitating injury so that all efforts can be taken to prevent pain, suffering and harm to yourself and your loved ones.

Common Causes of TBI

Perhaps surprisingly, the most common cause of TBI is “falls”, accounting for roughly 28% of all traumatic brain injuries. When an individual slips and falls, the head, unfortunately, often becomes the first point of impact with the ground or another surface. This blow often results in TBIs.

Following falls, other leading causes of traumatic brain injuries (in no particular order) include:

• Traffic accidents
• Blunt force trauma
• Violence / assaults
• Non-motor vehicle accidents (such as a bike accident)
• Sports

Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury

Methods for preventing traumatic brain injury are as varied as the causes of traumatic brain injury. Some general safety tips that can help reduce your chances of suffering from a traumatic brain injury include:

• Riding / driving responsibly in automobiles. This includes observing the posted speed limits and traffic signs, securely fastening your seatbelt, and being courteous to other drivers on the road.
• Always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or motorcycle.
• Be careful when walking on slippery or wet surfaces, and be especially careful when standing on elevated platforms to prevent falling.

Finally, studies show that that nearly half of all traumatic brain injuries result from accidents that were alcohol related. As such, individuals should not combine drinking with potentially dangerous activities.

Contact the Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyers

If you or someone you know has suffered from a traumatic brain injury, contact the Texas traumatic brain injury lawyers of Williams Kherkher today by calling 866-950-9000 to schedule an appointment.