Common Neck and Back Injuries in Auto Accidents
Back and neck injuries are not always immediately apparent, and some may not produce symptoms for days or even weeks after the accident. If you may have suffered any kind of back or neck injury in an accident, it’s important to seek a full medical evaluation to identify any injury or damage – which could result in long-term complications if left unaddressed – as soon as possible. Whiplash injuries are among the most common neck injuries sustained in auto accidents and can cause damage to muscles, ligaments, or connective tissue in the neck and/or upper back.
The major symptoms of whiplash include:
- Neck pain – Pain may start in the neck and radiate to the upper back, shoulders, or even the head.
- Stiffness – Damage to muscles or ligaments can result in stiffness and a limited range of motion.
- Headaches – Some whiplash victims may suffer from severe headaches, particularly when the pain from the neck radiates into the head.
- Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) – Some whiplash victims also suffer from TMJ, which can cause pain, stiffness, and problems with jaw movement.
The back is made up of the spinal column, shoulder blades, and a variety of muscles, ligaments, joints, and tendons. As such, auto accidents can cause a wide range of back injuries, such as:
- Axial bursts
- Dislocation fractures
- Bruised bones or soft tissue
- Spinal cord damage
- Bulging discs
- Herniated discs
- Compression fractures
- Flexion distraction fractures
- Thoracic/lumbar fractures
Neck and back injuries can be severe and may require expensive long-term treatment, such as for surgeries, imaging tests, medication, therapy, or chiropractic care. If you’ve been injured due to another person’s negligence, you need an experienced personal injury attorney who will fight for your compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If you or a loved one has suffered a neck or back injury in an accident due to negligence, contact 844 See Mike, LLC for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.
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