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Accidents that cause brain injuries can happen in the blink of an eye, but the impact they have on victims can last a lifetime. Traumatic brain injuries disrupt the normal functions of the brain, which could lead to severe, permanent conditions. With this in mind, we urge readers to take seriously any accident or event […]

In a recent post, we discussed the fact that musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders are the most common reasons people collect Social Security Disability benefits, according to recent statistics. In this post, we will look more closely at what these disorders are and why they can be disabling. What are musculoskeletal disorders? As noted by […]

People who struggle with serious health conditions know that numbers play a considerable role in understanding what to expect in terms of their prognosis and treatment options. The same can be said when it comes to understanding what to expect in terms of Social Security Disability benefits. If you have a severe condition that prevents […]

This month, readers of this blog might start hearing more about people with mental health disorders, as May is Mental Health Awareness Month across the U.S. Raising awareness is crucial, because although millions of people suffer from mental illnesses, most do not receive treatment. For instance, as noted by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, […]

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans. This uncomfortable – and sometimes disabling – condition can be especially common among women, people who work on an assembly line or people who perform data entry, though it can affect any adult. The condition affects a nerve that runs between a person’s forearm and palm. When this […]