Brain & Spine Trauma
Brain & Spine Trauma care covers emergency and follow-up treatment for injuries to the brain, spinal cord, and vertebral column caused by accidents, falls, or impact. Dr. Rahul Prasad provides prompt, precise neurosurgical care using advanced imaging and modern techniques to control bleeding, stabilise the spine, relieve pressure on nerves, and protect long-term neurological function.
What is Brain & Spine Trauma?
Brain and spine trauma refers to sudden injury to the central nervous system caused by road accidents, falls, sports injuries, or a direct blow. Brain trauma can range from a mild concussion to serious bleeding or swelling inside the skull, while spine trauma may involve fractured vertebrae, damaged discs, or injury to the spinal cord itself. Both are time-sensitive emergencies. Rapid assessment and treatment help control bleeding, relieve pressure, restore stability, and prevent permanent damage.
Common Symptoms
- Loss of consciousness or confusion
- Severe or worsening headache
- Neck or back pain after injury
- Weakness or paralysis in the limbs
- Numbness or tingling
- Seizures
- Nausea & vomiting
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
Conditions Treated
- Concussion & Head Injury
- Skull Fractures
- Epidural & Subdural Hematoma
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Vertebral Fractures
- Spinal Dislocation & Instability
- Traumatic Disc Injury
Treatment Highlights
Our treatment combines rapid emergency assessment, advanced CT and MRI imaging, precise microsurgical intervention, intracranial pressure management, spinal stabilisation and fixation, and comprehensive post-injury rehabilitation for the best possible recovery.
Why Choose Dr. Rahul Prasad?
Dr. Rahul Prasad offers expert brain and spine trauma care with round-the-clock emergency readiness, advanced surgical technology, evidence-based treatment, personalised recovery plans, and a strong focus on patient safety and faster recovery.
Benefits
Vascular and endovascular brain surgery can prevent or stop dangerous bleeding, restore blood flow to the brain, reduce the risk of stroke, relieve pressure on brain tissue, protect neurological function, support faster recovery, and improve overall quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any sudden injury to the brain, spinal cord, or vertebral column from an accident, fall, sports injury, or direct blow — ranging from a mild concussion to fractures and internal bleeding.
No. Many injuries heal with rest, bracing, and close monitoring. Surgery is needed when there is significant bleeding, swelling, spinal instability, or pressure on the brain or nerves.
As soon as possible. Prompt assessment and treatment greatly reduce the risk of complications and permanent neurological damage.
Recovery varies with severity. Mild injuries may heal in a few weeks, while severe brain or spinal cord injuries can take several months and often require structured rehabilitation.
MS, MCh (Neurosurgery), Spine Fellowship (USA & South Korea)
Dr. Rahul Prasad