Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a growing global health concern. Between 1999 and 2016, age-standardized TBI incidence and prevalence rose by 3.6% and 8.4%, respectively.1 Age distribution for TBI is bimodal, with higher incidence in the 20s and >70s brackets, most commonly due to motor vehicle accidents and falls. These statistics are cause for concern. The aging population demographics and rise in comorbid conditions that predispose to falls are likely to inflate TBI incidence further. Moreover, injury secondary to TBI can lead to significant functional and cognitive deficits, committing the individual to a lifetime of disability, lowered quality of life, and economic burden.