How do people become accident-prone?  Is it just misfortune or, could there be a reason why certain people suffer accident after accident, through no apparent fault of their own?

Mild brain injuries from even low speed accidents are extremely common and often go undiagnosed by doctors.  The brain is an especially fragile organ and when it’s shaken due to an accident, important delicate pathways break down.  Scientists know, that this can occur at low speeds and adversely affect the way we think, feel, and act.  These changes are so subtle, that even sophisticated medical devices may not detect them!

How do people become accident-prone?  During the first accident they may have suffered a brain injury they are unaware of.  They continue driving, and because this is a complex task, they make mistakes.  They make poor choices, due to mild damage they’re unaware of.  As a specialist in accident related injuries, I’ve had people come to me after experiencing three accidents in just two months.  This has happened so many times, I know it’s not “bad luck”.  It’s poor driving, due to brain injuries from a previous accident(s).

All too often, doctors miss these brain injuries.  Ironically, these injuries may not escape notice by close friends and relatives.  They may notice changes of behavior, mood swings, forgetfulness, and irritability that medical professionals miss.  If you suspect something is wrong with a spouse, or friend, drive them to our clinic to see what can be done to help them.  They may have a mild brain injury due to a previous accident, causing them to be accident-prone.

If you are in the Denver area, call (303) 394-CARE(2273).

Dr. Visentin, D.C.

Care Chiropractic

Denver, CO 80220

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