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Brain injuries may not fully heal, even with treatment 

Brain injuries can be incredibly frustrating when it comes to healing. Someone who has been injured may assume that, with proper treatment, they will recover in time. While a brain injury has vastly different symptoms than something like a broken arm, people often think of the healing process in a similar way.

However, these two types of injuries are fundamentally different, and the healing process may not follow the same timeline—or happen at all. In fact, some brain injuries may never fully heal, even years after the event. Why does this happen?

Replacing and replicating cells

Healing often requires the body to create new cells to replace those that were damaged or lost. For instance, the body is constantly producing red blood cells, which helps it recover from minor bleeding. Skin regenerates quickly, forming new skin cells or scar tissue to heal cuts and lacerations.

The brain, however, is different. It is one of the most fragile organs, and it lacks the ability to regenerate brain cells in most areas. Generally speaking, the neurons you have at birth are all you’ll ever have. While the brain continues to develop, it doesn’t create new neurons during this process. There are a few limited exceptions, but this holds true for most regions of the brain.

As a result, healing from a significant brain injury may be impossible. Damaged areas of the brain cannot regenerate. Often, recovery only happens to a certain extent, as the brain adapts by forming new connections. However, any remaining symptoms or impairments may persist for the rest of the person’s life.

Seeking compensation

Brain injuries are complex and often have life-altering ramifications. If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, it’s crucial to understand your legal options and how to seek financial compensation.

John P. Aldrich
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