Whiplash
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a violent, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck. Rear-end collisions are the most common cause of whiplash. Sports accidents, physical abuse, and other types of traumas, such as a fall, can all cause whiplash. Whiplash is also known as a neck sprain or strain, but these terms cover a wide range of neck injuries. Following a treatment plan that includes pain medication and exercise, most people with whiplash recover in a few weeks. However, some people suffer from chronic neck pain and other long-term consequences.
Various types of traumatic brain injuries
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a type of acquired brain injury that occurs when the brain is damaged by sudden trauma. TBIs occur when the head collides with an object suddenly and violently or when an object pierces the skull and enters brain tissue. TBI symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on the extent of the brain damage. A person suffering from a mild TBI may be conscious or lose consciousness for a few seconds or minutes. Headache, confusion, lightheadedness, dizziness, blurred vision or tired eyes, ringing in the ears, bad taste in the mouth, fatigue or lethargy, a change in sleep patterns, behavioral or mood changes, and problems with memory, concentration, attention, or thinking are some of the other symptoms of mild TBI.
Broken Bones
A fracture, also known as a crack or a break, is a broken bone. A bone can be fractured completely or partially in a variety of ways (crosswise, lengthwise, or in multiple pieces).
Although bones are rigid, when a force is applied to them, they bend or give slightly. Bones will break if the force is too great, just as a wooden ruler will break if bent too far.
Internal hemorrhage, or internal bleeding
Internal bleeding, also known as hemorrhaging, occurs when a blood vessel within the body is damaged. Minor hemorrhages, such as those caused by small, ruptured blood vessels near the skin’s surface, are common and usually only result in tiny red specks or minor bruising. Large, uncontrolled hemorrhages, on the other hand, are life-threatening and one of the leading causes of death around the world. Hemorrhaging is not a condition in and of itself, which means it always has a cause. A traumatic injury is the most common cause of a hemorrhage.
Paralysis and loss of movement
The loss of muscle function in a part of your body is known as paralysis. It occurs when the transmission of messages between your brain and muscles is disrupted. Complete or partial paralysis is possible. It can happen on either one or both sides of your body and can occur in a single location or across a large area. Paraplegia is the paralysis of the lower half of your body, including both legs. Quadriplegia is the paralysis of the arms and legs. The majority of paralysis is caused by strokes or injuries such as a broken neck or spinal cord injury.
Injuries to the neck and head
Most common neck injuries are a crick in the neck, a muscle strain, sprain, whiplash, arthritic herniated disc, tension (break in the cervical bone), cervical dislocation, stingers and burners (temporary injuries to the nerve root or brachial plexus), and a spinal cord injury.
Injuries to the spinal cord
The spinal cord may also be injured by damage to vertebrae, ligaments, or disks of the spinal column or spinal cord itself. There are several types of spinal cord injuries that can arise from a sudden, traumatic blow to your spine that fractures, dislocates, crushes, or compresses one or more vertebrae.
Concussion
Concussions are brain injuries caused by traumatic events that affect your brain. These effects are generally temporary but can include headaches and issues with concentration, memory, balance, and coordination. A concussion usually occurs during a car accident because of a blow to the head.
Cuts and Lacerations
A cut or laceration describes a skin wound. Unlike an abrasion, none of the skin is missing. A cut is typically seen as a damaged spot caused by sharp objects, such as glass shards. Lacerations are often caused by blunt traumas.
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is pain that tends to persist beyond the normal recovery period or occurs along with a chronic illness, such as arthritis. Chronic pain may be “on” and “off” or continuous. People can be affected so much that they are unable to work, eat properly, participate in physical activity, or enjoy life.
Disfigurement
An impairment in or injury to the beauty, symmetry, or appearance of a person renders the person unsightly, misshapen, imperfect, or deforms the individual in some way or otherwise causes a detrimental change in over 25% of the body that can be corrected only by cosmetic surgery.
Amputation
Amputation is described by its meaning when a person loses an arm, leg, hand, foot, or toe. As a result of a violent car crash or a vehicle rollover, occupants inside a vehicle may suffer a limb loss or lose a finger or toe due to crush injuries. This disfiguring injury is a traumatic event that can lead to life-threatening consequences due to blood loss and shock or infection. As a result, emergency surgery is often required to save a person’s life.
If someone else’s negligence caused an accident, you may be entitled to compensation to cover your medical expenses, property damage, and other costs. You’ve endured enough, and you have the right to pursue legal action against the responsible party.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, call Hughes & Coleman at 800-800-4600 as soon as possible.