[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/traumatic-brain-injury-may-heighten-risk-of-dementia-later-in-life\/#Article","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/traumatic-brain-injury-may-heighten-risk-of-dementia-later-in-life\/","headline":"Traumatic Brain Injury May Heighten Risk of Dementia Later in Life","name":"Traumatic Brain Injury May Heighten Risk of Dementia Later in Life","description":"Every year, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) affect millions of Americans of all ages. Brain injuries can have immediate and dramatic impacts on your cognitive health, and they could increase your risk for some neurological disorders later in life. Recent research has linked instances of head trauma with a higher chance...","datePublished":"2025-04-01","dateModified":"2025-11-26","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/author\/dsslaw\/#Person","name":"Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/author\/dsslaw\/","identifier":12,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/645d493126a7be6f90be911a6e7d4382c0cd63874673097832081394c8bcf8ab?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/645d493126a7be6f90be911a6e7d4382c0cd63874673097832081394c8bcf8ab?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/bg-logo.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/bg-logo.jpg","width":192,"height":90}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSS-Blog-FT-Image-Template-17.png","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DSS-Blog-FT-Image-Template-17.png","height":500,"width":600},"url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/traumatic-brain-injury-may-heighten-risk-of-dementia-later-in-life\/","about":["Traumatic Brain Injury"],"wordCount":937,"articleBody":"Every year, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) affect millions of Americans of all ages. Brain injuries can have immediate and dramatic impacts on your cognitive health, and they could increase your risk for some neurological disorders later in life. Recent research has linked instances of head trauma with a higher chance of developing dementia, a serious condition that impairs the ability to think, remember, and reason.\u00a0Can a Head Injury Cause Dementia?Two recent studies have shown strong links between sustaining traumatic head injuries and developing dementia later in life.\u00a0A study conducted by\u00a0Swedish researchers\u00a0examined three million subjects aged 50 or older who had received a TBI or dementia diagnosis. The researchers compared those who had experienced head trauma to those who hadn\u2019t, as well as siblings who had had TBIs to siblings who hadn\u2019t.\u00a0A similar study\u00a0in Denmark examined another 2.8 million dementia patients and patients with previous TBIs.\u00a0The results were striking. Both studies found that those who had suffered TBIs were about 25 percent more likely to develop dementia later in life than those who had not. These links remained strong even after researchers adjusted for differences in the subjects\u2019 family histories, early lives, and education.\u00a0The risk of dementia was also reportedly higher for patients who experienced severe or multiple TBIs. Danish researchers found that the risk of dementia from a severe TBI is double that from a mild TBI. The risk of dementia also increased by 33 percent after two or more TBIs, 61 percent after four, and 183 percent after five.\u00a0Both research teams noted that their findings do not explain how head trauma contributes to dementia and recommended further study. One researcher also suggested, \u201cIf you\u2019ve had a TBI, it\u2019s worth paying attention, so you don\u2019t have another one.\u201dIt is important to know and understand the cause of your TBI because you may have legal rights to sue for a settlement or award you money for your pain, suffering, mental disability, and loss of income. To understand your options, you need to consult with a personal injury lawyer who specializes in traumatic brain injury cases and is an expert in brain injury lawsuits. The partners and Lawyers at Davis, Saperstein, and Salomon, P.C., have over 25 years of experience in representing people who have suffered a brain injury due to accidents and other causes. They know how to test and prove the extent of the injury, how to set up the right cognitive therapy, and how to use the wrongdoer for the injuries they caused.Long-Term Consequences of Traumatic Brain InjuriesThe human brain is a complex organ, and there is still much to learn about the long-term health implications of traumatic brain injuries. However, the personal injury attorneys at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. see that those who suffer TBIs often experience the following financial losses:Expensive appointments with neurologists and other healthcare specialistsThe costs of prescription medications and specialized medical devicesExpenses for physical therapy sessions or rehabilitative surgeriesThe costs of paying for at-home healthcare aides or housekeeping servicesThe costs of modifying homes or vehicles to make them patient-accessibleIncome losses due to missed time at work during recoveryProjected losses in future earning capacity due to permanent impairmentsThe loss of employment and inability to perform their jobMany traumatic brain injuries cause permanent effects, both for the individual and their family. With the help of an experienced brain injury attorney, you can seek the money required to cover these ongoing expenses, modifications, and losses.Head Trauma Prevention StrategiesSustaining a TBI doesn\u2019t necessarily mean developing dementia later in life. But regardless of your medical history, you should consider the following\u00a0risk-reduction strategies\u00a0to lower your chances of future TBIs:Wear a seat belt every time you drive or ride in a vehicleNever get behind the wheel if you have been drinking alcoholAvoid distracted driving behaviors like texting while drivingMake sure children have appropriate safety restraints in vehiclesWear a protective helmet during high-impact recreational activitiesIf you are over 60, talk to your doctor about fall prevention\u00a0Check your medications for side effects like drowsiness or dizzinessGet your eyes checked yearly and update prescriptions as neededMake sure children are supervised and in safe play areas at all timesWhile there are no proven approaches for preventing dementia, you can\u00a0lower your risk\u00a0by taking care of your health in the following ways:Participating in regular physical activityManaging your blood sugar appropriatelyPreventing and managing high blood pressurePreventing and correcting hearing lossLimiting alcohol consumption and quitting smokingSeeking psychological treatment for depressionContact a Lawyer to Learn About Recovering Money for Your Traumatic Brain InjuryThe personal injury attorneys of Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. are dedicated to exploring new studies concerning the link between TBIs and dementia. We understand how devastating traumatic brain injuries can be and how they affect entire families. Steven Benvenisti, a partner at our firm, sustained a TBI in his early 20s. He thankfully recovered and dedicated the rest of his career to helping people who sustained traumatic brain injuries. We have recovered over $1 billion in our fight to help the injured recover from devastating accidents caused by negligence.\u00a0To learn more about your legal options following a TBI, contact our brain injury lawyers to schedule a free case review. There\u2019s no charge to meet with us, and we don\u2019t get paid unless we recover money for you.This post was originally published in May 2018 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness in April 2025."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Traumatic Brain Injury May Heighten Risk of Dementia Later in Life","item":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/traumatic-brain-injury-may-heighten-risk-of-dementia-later-in-life\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]