A head injury or traumatic brain injury (TBI), occurs when the head is struck or hit. A blow to the head usually results in a concussion. Even a minor concussion can have serious long-term consequences if it damages vital portions of the brain.

When the head is seriously hit, the brain may twist within the skull. The rotation and disruption of the brain inside the skull will sever or shear the brain's long connecting nerve fibers. This damage can be microscopic and difficult to measure. In cases involving "mild brain injury", the effects may not be long term, but more severe brain injury can result in reduction in physical and psychological skills and irreversible cognitive deficits.

The physical deficits can include impaired walking, balance and coordination, fine-motor skills, and strength. Cognitive deficits include difficulty with speech, information processing, memory, and perceptual skills. Psychological status is also often altered. People suffering from traumatic brain injury often exhibit changes in personality and lifestyle. If you have suffered a blow to the head and are experiencing any of the above-mentioned symptoms, you should see a doctor.

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