A slip-and-fall accident can lead to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This is especially true if someone slips and falls backward, as their head can pivot sharply at the moment of impact and strike the ground. Even if someone slips and falls on the same level, they could still end up with a serious brain injury depending on how they fall.
If you have been involved in a slip-and-fall accident, it is important to know what symptoms to look out for. These can help indicate whether your injury is serious and signal that it is time to seek medical attention.
Symptoms and severity
Naturally, the symptoms you experience depend on the severity of the injury, the specific part of the brain that was injured and other related factors. Some possible symptoms include:
- Brain fog and mental confusion
- Memory loss or trouble remembering the accident
- Motor skills and balance issues
- Language difficulties or trouble finding the right words
- Mood swings and irritability
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Changes to sleep patterns, such as fatigue or difficulty falling asleep
- Headaches and migraines
If you notice these symptoms, especially if they are progressively getting worse, it is important to speak with medical professionals. You may need treatment, as many traumatic brain injuries can have serious ramifications. Do not assume that it is minor or that the symptoms will go away on their own.
Medical treatment can be expensive. If someone else was responsible for your slip-and-fall accident, it is important to know how to seek appropriate financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and more.
