Do you have an undiagnosed mild or moderate traumatic brain injury?

RallyPoint News — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:30:13 -0400

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can cause many invisible symptoms such as but not limited to: dizziness, headache, altered vision, cognitive impairments, memory issues, balance issues, fatigue, “mental fog” and exercise intolerance. These systems may interfere with daily life activities, Home and professionals responsibilities and social engagement.

If you experiencing these symptoms, you may have an undiagnosed TBI.

At the Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH) we understand that many of the TBI’s our Veterans may have incurred were either not documented or happened outside of combat (Training, car accident, etc.) – We are here to help and try to give you answers. No matter your discharge status or whether it is diagnosed or not, give us the chance to hear you out and potentially help you. We can discuss how what you may think was just a bump on the head or a simple concussion could be a mild-moderate TBI.

You served our country, now it is our turn to serve you.

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Aug 29 at 2019 2:32 PM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:32:08 -0400

Yes.

Response by CPT David Gowel made Aug 29 at 2019 4:13 PM

CPT David Gowel — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 16:13:41 -0400

I've been to this facility in Denver and it was a very positive experience. They have impressive technology and people who talk about mild / moderate TBI issues in a very knowledgeable way that is clearly informed by personal military experiences. Anyone who answers a "yes" or even a "maybe" to the question above should take a look at the MIBH site. Found this video on the site that shows some of what I saw when I was there: https://www.cuanschutztoday.org/mental-health-month-2019-marcus-institute-for-brain-health/

Mental Health Month 2019: Marcus Institute for Brain Health - CU Anschutz Today

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Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Aug 29 at 2019 5:15 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 17:15:56 -0400

I wonder if one can get a TBI standing a few feet from the M1 firing its cannon?

Response by SSgt Richard Kensinger made Aug 29 at 2019 10:30 PM

SSgt Richard Kensinger — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 22:30:54 -0400

As a clinical psychologist w/ over 40 years of experience, once again I suggest that you proceed W/ caution. me thinks they exaggerate their outcomes.
Rich

Response by Maj Kim Patterson made Sep 1 at 2019 1:23 AM

Maj Kim Patterson — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 01:23:23 -0400

I lost track of the number, but it's a YES for me.

Response by SPC Nancy Greene made Sep 1 at 2019 12:51 PM

SPC Nancy Greene — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:51:46 -0400

TOTALLY AGREE!

Response by 1LT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 1 at 2019 9:31 PM

1LT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 21:31:11 -0400

Ya know, you can get a TBI from some of the weirdest things. I once got one while trying snowboarding for the first time on a bunny hill up in northern Minnesota - not even going that fast! It never hurts to go in for a test. If you're asking yourself the question in the first place, go get tested.

Response by PVT Mark Zehner made Sep 3 at 2019 7:54 AM

PVT Mark Zehner — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 07:54:24 -0400

Sickening

Response by SPC Casey Ashfield made Sep 3 at 2019 11:19 AM

SPC Casey Ashfield — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 11:19:08 -0400

Me: all of the above symptoms
VA: Not service connected.

Response by PV2 Angela Glover made Sep 19 at 2019 10:11 AM

PV2 Angela Glover — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 10:11:46 -0400

When I read this post it broke me down. Yes I am experiencing those symptoms and have been since my incident. I was turned away due to the lack of documentation of the incidents. I was involved in two car accidents, among other incidents that were not documented. I need help.....

Response by SPC Willard Crowley made Sep 19 at 2019 10:26 AM

SPC Willard Crowley — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 10:26:58 -0400

was hit in head by 200 piece of at46 float bridge in vietnam. also had 4 concussions before entering service, sports and accidents. I have trouble remembering names, numbers, and appointments. I am 71 old with dibeties type2 from agent orange exposure.

Response by TSgt Elmer Colon made Sep 26 at 2019 6:50 AM

TSgt Elmer Colon — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 06:50:44 -0400

Yes I do.

Response by CPL Jackie Jaxx Shuler made Oct 2 at 2019 10:43 PM

CPL Jackie Jaxx Shuler — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 22:43:01 -0400

Is it rare for a mortarman who gunned all systems in heavy combat to have this?

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 28 at 2019 7:48 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 07:48:26 -0500

Look up, Defenders of Freedom. They are a small, but growing non-profit who has paid for many people to attend treatment when the VA wouldn’t.
Defenders of Freedom supports post 9/11 Veterans in their transition to civilian life with emergency financial assistance and alternative brain treatment for traumatic brain injuries. All modalities used are FDA approved and medication free.
http://defendersoffreedom.us/
Also they recently have been added to the CFC list of charity’s to donate to.

Defenders of Freedom | Support for Transitioning DFW Veterans

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Response by SP6 Colon McBride made Dec 4 at 2019 9:53 PM

SP6 Colon McBride — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 21:53:40 -0500

Sirs:
Thank you for this opportunity and source of potential assistance.
I was struck by lightening (Times 2) while instructing soldiers in a field environment. I have some inability with the control and use of my left arm and some pain in the left leg.
I was holding a communication cable attached to an antenna about 30 feet in the air when the antenna was struck by a lightening bolt, The lightening traveled down the antenna cable, through me, and into the water in which I was standing at the base of the antenna. I had made the disconnection from the radio equipment and had the loose end in hand at time of the strike. I was thrown about ten feet from the antenna base and not knocked out or hurt other than being VERY HOT as if standing too close to a fire. Smoke was coming off my clothing and hair when the other individuals arrived at the antenna. I have some loss of feeling and grip ability in the left hand and some pain in the arm. I do not know what medical description has been made concerning this. I do receive some disability in the retirement check but do not know how much of the check is retirement pay and how much is disability.
I would appreciate any assistance that you might give to me or recommendation as to where to carry this further. I do not at present wish to go the congressional route.
Thank you for the info and assistance.
Colon A. McBride
672 Blue Rock Rd, Union grove, AL 35175 [login to see] or [login to see]

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Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 25 at 2019 11:45 PM

CPL Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 23:45:48 -0500

Can you have a tbi and not no it ?