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| Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Concussion Syndrome For traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post concussion syndrome (PCS). |
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05-29-2012, 10:07 AM
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My accident was 18 months ago, and I have so many reasons to be grateful.
I have been back at work and driving for nearly a year. My previously diagnosed cognative deficits have now faded, to where I can contribute at work, and outside of work. I have discovered a new sense of gratitude; thanks to all who who helped my recovery, from the surgeons who saved my life and enabled me to walk again, to the rehab doctors and therapists who helped me regain my cognative functions, to the familly and friends who prayed, gave encouragment, support, and were patient with me as I was recovering. My accident/TBI will always be a defining event in my life. My prayer and hope for all with TBI is that your recovery also has a positive outcome. Prayers and hugs to you all. 
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition. Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life. |
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