Whiplash is one of the most common injuries suffered in auto accidents. It is a soft tissue trauma to the neck that usually results from a sudden extension and bending due to a violent impact. More than 3 million people a year suffer these injuries, many in car accidents. However, the signs of whiplash may not be immediately obvious after a crash, when adrenaline is coursing through the body and the mind is trying to process everything that occurred. The pain from whiplash often starts hours or even days after the accident, which is why it is called a delayed-onset injury.
Recognizing whiplash is a matter of understanding the symptoms and getting diagnosed. You may be suffering from whiplash if you experience these symptoms affecting your back and neck:
Pain and stiffness in your neck
Muscle tightness and a feeling that muscles are hard to the touch
Headaches
Tenderness in your neck and shoulders
Pain when you try to move your head
Dizziness
Fatigue
Blurred vision
Memory and concentration problems
If you think you suffered whiplash, try to strike a balance between getting a lot of rest and moving enough to stay somewhat active. Try not to spend all your time lying down, which can actually lead to more stiffening in your neck. Avoid any activities that require sudden or quick movements.
You should also make sure to go for a medical examination. A doctor can correctly diagnose your condition. If it turns out that you indeed have whiplash, you can get medical advice and start documenting the care you received. This documentation can help bolster your insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit, helping your automobile injury attorney get you the full compensation to which you may be entitled. That compensation can include coverage for your medical expenses, current and future. It also includes lost wages if you need to be away from work due to your injury. If the situation is severe enough, you could be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, lost quality of life and expenses related to permanent disability.
At Gesmonde, Pietrosimone & Sgrignari, L.L.C. in Hamden and East Haven, we are strong advocates for people who suffer whiplash and other injuries in Connecticut motor vehicle accidents. You can call our offices at 203-745-0942 or contact us online to set up a free initial consultation.
Gesmonde, Pietrosimone & Sgrignari, L.L.C. is located in Hamden, CT and serves clients in and around North Haven, Hamden, Waterbury, Bethany, Milford, Wallingford, Prospect, Woodbridge, Northford, Madison, Beacon Falls, Branford, Cheshire, North Branford, East Haven, Naugatuck, Meriden, Ansonia and New Haven County.
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