A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the function of the brain. A TBI can result in short-term or long-term problems with independent function.
Traumatic brain injury is the signature injury of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.
One in five soldiers will come home from war with a traumatic brain injury.
81% of traumatic brain injuries suffered by military personnel are caused by blast injuries, such as IED explosions or rocket-propelled grenade hits.
