Author: Jahaziel Marrero

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Is Traumatic Brain Injury a Disability?

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a complex injury that can affect a person’s physical, emotional and mental health. It’s a type of acquired brain injury that’s caused by a sudden force to the head or neck, such as a jolt/blow, object entering the skull, or shockwaves emanating from a blast. It can range from a concussion, which is a mild TBI, to a severe one that can cause a coma or even death.

Traumatic Brain Injury a Disability?

The severity and impact of TBI depends not just on the level of injury, but also on the person’s age and health conditions. Even sub-concussive and mild to moderate TBI can cause a wide variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms.

When it comes to whether traumatic brain injury is a disability, the answer is a resounding yes. TBI greatly affects a person’s ability to lead a normal life and can cause a range of symptoms that make it difficult for them. Some of these symptoms include seizures, headaches, speech and language impairments, balance and coordination issues, cognitive impairments, depression, and emotional changes and issues with sleep.  All of these can impact a person’s ability to work, and for this reason, TBI is considered a disability.

Traumatic Brain Injury Therapies

The good news is that there are treatment options available to help survivors and their caregivers manage the symptoms of TBI and maximize their physical, cognitive and emotional health. Treatment may include physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, nutraceuticals, hormones, counseling and support groups, and vocational rehabilitation.

Warrior Angels Foundation Protocols

The Warrior Angels Foundation uses protocols curated by Dr. Mark Gordon and Dr. Michael Lewis that are aimed at treating the underlying cause of TBI-related symptoms. A study conducted in conjunction with the United States Marine Corps resulted in a substantial improvement of symptoms among active Marines. After 90 days of the protocol, 65% of active marines showed improvements between 50-100%. Dr. Gordon currently has over 1000 active clients and over 6000 that are improving every day.

Traumatic brain injury is, no doubt, a serious and complex injury that can negatively impact a person in many ways, but it’s important to remember that with the right support and resources, there’s hope for a successful recovery and successful life.

Protocols are aimed at extinguishing the fire caused by inflammation so the brain may begin to rebuild healthier and more resilient..”

-Dr. Mark Gordon

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Jahaziel Marrero, BSN, RN, EMT-P

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Discussing TBI, Neuroinflammation, and Treatment on Security Halt! Podcast

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Dr. Mark L Gordon and Andrew Marr discuss traumatic brain injury (TBI), neuroinflammation, treatment and psychedelics on this episode of the “Security Halt!” podcast. Countless veterans suffer in silence, not understanding the insidious effects of TBI.  Post-TBI neuroinflammation can disrupt neurotransmitters and neurosteroids, bringing on symptoms like fatigue, insomnia, mood imbalances, depression, and low libido.

Traditionally, physicians tend to place patients immediately on pharmaceuticals aimed at treating symptoms. In contrast, Dr. Gordon aims to treat the underlying causes that started the fire rather than allow it to keep burning. After 16 years of research, Dr. Gordon developed diagnostic tests and nutraceuticals, in order to directly reduce neuroinflammation and eliminate the debilitating symptoms of TBI. As Dr. Gordon illustrates, these nutraceuticals aim to extinguish the fire caused by inflammations so the brain may begin to rebuild a healthier and more resilient infrastructure. On the podcast, Dr. Gordon and Andrew Marr discuss how the protocol, in combination with anti-inflammatory diets and other therapeutic modalities (cold plunge, meditation, exercise, etc.), has proven to be highly beneficial in reducing neuroinflammation and resolving symptoms.

Many individuals placed on the protocols see improvement within 60-90 days. However, as we now know, TBI can also disrupt neurosteroids and hormones as well. If necessary, after completing the nutraceutical protocol, biomarkers can be drawn to address inflammation and rebalance out-of-sync hormones.  

A study conducted in conjunction with the United States Marine Corps resulted in a substantial improvement of symptoms among active Marines. After 90 days of the protocol, 65% of active marines showed improvements between 50-100%. Dr. Gordon currently has over 1000 active clients and over 6000 that are improving every day.

Individuals that can afford treatment can see Dr. Gordon Directly at Millennium Health. The Warrior Angels Foundation was founded by brothers Andrew and Adam Marr to bring answers, hope, and treatment to all who suffer from TBI. Veterans that can’t afford treatment can reach out to the foundation where they may receive resources and assistance in their journey toward healing.

Jahaziel Marrero, BSN, RN, EMT-P

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