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Healing at the Speed of Light
Treatments for Traumatic Brain Injury
Feb 17, 2020
This podcast explores the use of laser therapy as a treatment for traumatic brain injuries. They discuss various treatments and their potential benefits, including laser therapy. They also highlight the wide range of symptoms that can occur with these injuries and provide resources to find certified laser therapy clinics.
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- Infrared light therapy, specifically near-infrared laser phototherapy, shows promise as a potential treatment for traumatic brain injuries, improving cognitive function and reducing symptoms such as depression and anxiety.
- Current treatment options for traumatic brain injuries primarily focus on managing symptoms rather than repairing the damage, highlighting the need for alternative therapies like infrared light therapy.
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Traumatic Brain Injury: Causes and Symptoms
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when the brain experiences some level of damage due to an impact, either through contact or non-contact force. Some common causes of TBIs include falls, sports-related injuries, and blast injuries. TBIs can result in a wide range of neurological, psychiatric, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that may manifest immediately or develop over time. Symptoms can include headaches, visual disturbances, dizziness, cognitive impairment, memory problems, fatigue, anxiety, and depression.
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