Summit County residents learn about traumatic brain injuries and how to prevent them at Longevity Project event

Restoring strength and mobility after traumatic brain injury

Every year, more than 50 million Americans will seek out therapy services for an injury or for help recovering from a surgery. Each journey is unique to the patient, but the goal is to help recover strength, mobility and improve…

Summit County residents learn about traumatic brain injuries and how to prevent them at Longevity Project event

At the annual Longevity Project event hosted by Summit Daily News on Tuesday, March 18, almost every hand in the audience at the Silverthorne Pavilion went up when asked if they or someone they know have been affected by a traumatic brain injury. The question not only painted a clear image of how many people are affected by brain injuries, but it also helped to open up a larger discussion on the injury itself. The event acted as the finale of th…

Experts discuss brain health and healing from traumatic brain injuries at Longevity Project event

Nearly a decade ago, what was supposed to be a fun day on the tubing hill in Fraser ended with Stephanie Zavilla suffering a traumatic brain injury. She collided with a person at the bottom of the hill, which knocked her unconscious. In the years since, she’s suffered from post-concussion syndrome and a seizure disorder. On March 19, Zavilla spoke to an audience about her experiences after the injury. The event, which took place at the Headwater…

NeuroShield Helmet Concept Promotes TBI Prevention

Summary:Brooks Rehabilitation has introduced the NeuroShield, a conceptual helmet designed with cutting-edge technology to provide the most advanced protection against traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) while raising awareness of brain safety. Key Takeaways: Innovative Protection: The NeuroShield features advanced technologies like an Air Cushion Restraint System, white graphene armor, and a spine protector to maximize head and spinal safety. Smar…