CT Scans and MRIs After a Brain Injury
After a brain injury, doctors often order a CT scan or an MRI. Here is what each one is, what it can and cannot show, and what to expect, in plain language.
diffuse axonal injury
Diffuse Axonal Injury Explained
Diffuse axonal injury is one of the more serious kinds of brain injury, and the name alone can be frightening. Here is what it means, why it happens, and what recovery can involve, in plain language.
Types of Brain Injury
Brain injuries come in many forms, and the labels can be confusing at a frightening time. Here is a plain-language map of the main types, what the words mean, and where to read more about each.