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Book SynopsisSports concussions make headlines, but you don't have to be an NFL star to suffer traumatic brain injury. In Shaken Brain, Elizabeth Sandel, MD, shares stories and research from her decades treating and studying brain injuries. She explains what concussions do to our bodies, how to avoid them, and how to recover.
Trade ReviewA fascinating page turner. Propelled by Dr. Sandel’s exceptional storytelling and clinical expertise,
Shaken Brain sheds light on the myths and misunderstandings surrounding concussions, and their consequential impact on so many lives. -- Marilyn Spivack, cofounder and past President, Brain Injury Association of America
A thoroughly engaging and enlightening account, this book explores the often perplexing issues and controversies surrounding post-concussion symptoms. A vital read. -- Mel Glenn, MD, Spaulding Rehabilitation Network
I was a doctor in 2002 when I suffered a traumatic brain injury. Even in my position, it was difficult to find information about post-concussive consequences and care.
Shaken Brain fills in the gaps. Uniting clinical research, scientific data, and personal stories, this crucial resource is one that both physicians and their patients can look to for answers. -- Cheryle Sullivan, MD, author of
Brain Injury Survival KitThe first step to improving concussion care is improving concussion education. Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, a medical professional, or none of the above, having the proper knowledge about what a concussion is and what to do when one is sustained can often be the difference between a quick recovery and a lengthy one. A book like
Shaken Brain offers needed information. -- Brittni Souder, former soccer player and Board Member, PINK Concussions
Shaken Brain is frank, accessible, and authoritative—a crucial tool for sharing medical knowledge. Read this book if you are a traumatic brain injury survivor, a clinician, a family member, or simply interested in learning more about brain health. -- David Cifu, MD, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and the US Department of Veterans Affairs
A physician with over 25 years’ experience studying and treating concussion details what happens in the human brain when it is injured, and how medical providers can help…Emphasizing that it isn’t just athletes who need to worry, Sandel examines the high incidence of concussion among certain vulnerable populations, including the very young, elderly, homeless or impoverished, and victims of child abuse or domestic violence. To that end, she looks at prevention as a public health issue…Her expertly presented and researched work will be invaluable for anyone concerned about concussions. * Publishers Weekly *
I recommend
Shaken Brain to anyone interested in a deeper, nuanced understanding of concussion/mild TBI. Dr. Sandel effortlessly conveys the information typically found in a textbook with the ease and style of a novelist. It is a valuable resource for patients who have experienced concussion and their families, as well as for the physicians, therapists, and scientists who have made it their life’s work to help them. -- John Leddy * Brain Injury *
