Traumatic Brain Injury

A brain injury obtained during service can be devastating for both the individual and for their family and friends; lives can be changed in an instant and planning for life outside the armed forces can be complexed. We work closely with the Brain Injury Group  to ensure the individual, and their families, have the right support in place covering a wide range of services including; financial support, care and rehabilitation, help with education and employment, legal advice and compensation.

The initial shock and medical treatment following a brain injury will usually lead to a series of adjustment and rehabilitation. And it can be a lengthy process because it’s almost impossible to predict how far or how fast people will recover from their injury.

Get in touch with our advisors today who will ensure you have the correct support in place whether it’s pre, during or post medical discharge from the armed forces.

Types of Military Brain Injuries 

There are many different types of Brain Injury to be aware of:

• Concussion: is the most common brain injury, and often described as a “mild injury”
• Closed Head Injury: occurs where impact has been made without breaking the skull
• Penetrating head injury: when an object fractures the skull and enters brain tissue
• Brain contusion: bruised or swollen brain tissue that occurs when the skull has been fractured

Symptoms and effects of brain injuries 

The brain is the control centre for everything you think, feel and do, so it’s no surprise that damage to it can alter your physical and mental abilities, behaviour and personality. Some common traumatic brain injury symptoms include:

• Fatigue and slowed responses
• Loss of physical sensations, recognition and judgement
• Poor concentration and memory
• Inability to understand and communicate
• Personality changes

For more information and support relating to brain injuries, contact our advisors today or visit the Brain Injury Group website.