Love of speed haunts Schumacher

German driver Michael Schumacher left behind a legacy when he retired in 2012, but his love for speed haunts him today – after skiing on unmarked slopes in France led to a serious head injury. Schumacher remains in critical condition after he fell on the slopes and hit his head on a rock. As a Formula One racer, the seven-time champion was known for his daring overtaking maneuvers, his win-at-all-costs attitude, and willingness to take huge risks in pursuit of victory. After the Sunday accident, doctors keep Schumacher in medically induced coma to promote the healing process. Traumatic brain injury causes the brain to swell, but it causes more pressure on the brain because it is trapped inside the skull. This restricts critical functions like blood supply and can potentially damage the brain stem. In a report, CNN said doctors sedate patients to reduce the brain’s energy requirements, allowing it to rest.

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