Whiplash: A Car Accident Injury

Whiplash is the most common injury for car accident victims. It is often caused by rear-end accidents. But what is whiplash? It is a neck injury due to the neck’s forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement, like the cracking of a whip. It can also be caused due to other reasons such as physical abuse, traumas, sports injuries, and more. Some people recover by using medications and physical exercise, while others do not and suffer from chronic pain.

If you’ve been injured in a rear-end accident, then you must consult a doctor, as taking care of your health should be your priority. You should not take your injury lightly and visit the doctor for a complete examination. Get MRIs and scans done with a thorough evaluation so that if you are suffering from whiplash or any other condition, you can start your treatment right away. Not only physical examination but the first-hand report of your experience is important. You must recall each detail of what you felt during the hit. Remember, if whiplash is not treated on time, it can worsen your symptoms, and you do not want that in any way. This not only helps you on the path to recovery, but it shows to your insurance provider that you are taking your injury seriously.

Symptoms of Whiplash

There might be a chance of not feeling anything post the rear-end accident, but it doesn’t mean you ignore it, as whiplash symptoms usually take some time to develop post the injury, and then you might feel:

• Neck pain and stiffness
• Pain and restricted neck movement
• Headaches
• Tenderness or pain in the shoulder, upper back, or arms
• Tingling or numbness in the arms
• Fatigue
• Dizziness

Some might also experience:

• Irritability
• Blurred vision
• Memory problems
• Anxiety or depression
• Sleep disturbances

We understand it is hard to deal with any trauma, and your car damage and physical injury can pull you down completely. This is where we come in; our experienced attorneys can help you navigate through this hardship and try and make the whole process easy for you. We will fight for you and help you get the maximum compensation. We think in your best interests and help you sail through this situation smoothly.

If you’ve been injured in a rear-end accident or know someone who has, you may contact One Law Group at (844) 626-1529 to learn more about how we can help you.