If you have been in a serious car accident, especially a rear-end collision, and are experiencing any abnormal pain or sensations in your neck and shoulder area, you may have suffered a whiplash injury. This type of injury is common in a serious car accident due to the rapid back-and-forth jerking motion your head often occurs upon impact/
Some of the symptoms of whiplash include:
- stiffness in the neck, upper back and shoulders;
- pain in the neck, shoulders or upper back;
- difficulty swallowing or other throat problems;
- headaches or dizziness; and
- abnormal burning or tingling sensations.
Luckily, whiplash injury can usually be treated in a relatively short recovery period if it is caught early. Most serious car accident victims wear a soft cervical collar (neck brace) for 2-3 weeks that helps stabilize the neck muscles. Other treatment options include heat or physical therapy and drugs such as anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxants, and pain medication.
It is important to know the impact whiplash injury has on your body after a serious car accident. If left untreated, it can lead to chronic pain and mobility difficulties later in life.
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When you have been in a serious car accident and suffered a whiplash injury you deserve the guidance of a trusted Palm Beach injury lawyer from 24/7 Injury Law who can explain your legal options for seeking compensation. Contact us today to set up a consultation – 888-984-4878
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