Emergency Head Injury Treatment: What to Do Within the First Hour

One Hour Can Save a Life – Act Fast in Head Injury Emergencies

A fall. A road accident. A sports injury. Head trauma can happen without warning—and what you do in the first 60 minutes can prevent brain damage, paralysis, or even death.

If you’re in Sangli, Miraj, Kolhapur, or anywhere in Maharashtra, this blog will guide you through what to do immediately after a head injury and where to seek expert care.

When Is a Head Injury an Emergency?

Not all head injuries are minor. Some may involve:

• Bleeding inside the brain (brain hemorrhage)

• Skull fractures

• Brain swelling (edema)

• Concussions or traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  

Symptoms might not appear immediately. That’s why even a mild head injury must be treated seriously.

Red Flag Symptoms After a Head Injury

Seek emergency care if the injured person experiences:

🚨 Warning Signs:

• Loss of consciousness (even for a few seconds)

• Repeated vomiting

• Severe headache or pressure in the head

• Bleeding from ears or nose

• Seizures or jerky movements

• Slurred speech

• Unequal pupils or blurred vision

• Confusion, drowsiness, or inability to wake up

• Weakness or numbness in arms/legs
  

📍 If you notice any of these symptoms, rush to the nearest neuro emergency center or trauma hospital immediately.

First Aid for Head Injury – What to Do Before You Reach the Hospital

✅ 1. Keep the Person Still

Avoid moving the person unless absolutely necessary. Sudden movements can worsen spinal or brain injury.

✅ 2. Stop Any Bleeding

Use a clean cloth or bandage. Apply gentle pressure unless you suspect a skull fracture.

✅ 3. Monitor Breathing & Consciousness

If unconscious, turn the person on their side (recovery position) to prevent choking. Start CPR if necessary.

✅ 4. Don’t Give Food, Water, or Painkillers

Swallowing reflexes may be affected, and some painkillers can increase bleeding.

📞 Call emergency medical services or head directly to a hospital with a neuro ICU and CT/MRI facilities.

Why the First Hour Is Called the “Golden Hour”

⏱ Within the first 60 minutes:

• Doctors can perform CT scans to detect internal bleeding

• Medications can reduce brain swelling

• Life-saving neurosurgery can be initiated

• Monitoring and stabilization can begin in the neuro ICU
  

Delays increase the risk of:

• Permanent brain damage

• Coma

• Death
  

✅ At Yashprabha Neuro Hospital, we have a 24/7 emergency protocol for head injuries and neurotrauma.

After Emergency Care – What Comes Next?

Depending on the severity, the patient may require:

• Surgery for clot evacuation or skull repair

• Neurocritical care monitoring

• Rehabilitation: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy

• Psychological counseling for post-trauma stress
  

✅ We begin recovery planning from Day 1 to ensure faster and fuller neurological healing.

Don’t Take Head Injuries Lightly – Act Immediately

✔ Even mild symptoms can hide serious brain trauma 

✔ Early diagnosis and treatment save lives 

✔ Always visit a neurospecialist hospital with emergency trauma support

📞 Looking for urgent head injury treatment in Sangli or Miraj?  Reach Yashprabha Neuro Hospital – your trusted center for emergency neuro care and brain injury management.  📍 Available 24/7 for trauma and neurosurgical emergencies.