However, this posture can sometimes develop unexpectedly, such as in the setting of a major brain injury from head trauma.

Park Medical Center Dr. Andrew Wood sees patients of all ages throughout the summer and winter reporting head injuries from mountain biking, skiing and snowboarding. The Denver Health-sponsored ...

While the patient is in the ICU, IV medication may be preferred for quick control of the storming early in the injury ... If persistent dystonia or posturing is noted, dantrolene can be added.

In individuals with severe traumatic brain injury or a Glasgow Coma Scale score ... alterations in level of consciousness, increased posturing, dystonia, hypertension, hyperthermia, tachycardia ...