Whiplash injury occurs when the soft tissue in the spine is stretched after a sudden jerky, movement. Whiplash is a personal injury often related to car accidents. Particularly, the impact of a rear-end collision can cause the neck to jolt forward and strain.
Whiplash symptoms
Headaches
Stiffness and pain in the neck and back of the head
Numbness or pain in the arm or hand
Lower back pain
Dizziness
Reduced concentration
Sleep disturbances
Whiplash injury usually becomes apparent within the first few days following an accident on the road. The symptoms can last just days or weeks depending on the severity of the strain. 75% of people that suffer whiplash injury have their symptoms diminish within a few months. Severe conditions will require further investigation and in extreme cases surgery may be needed.
Take action against whiplash If you have had a road accident or even an accident at work and think that you may be suffering from a whiplash injury then please consider the following:
Applying an ice pack to relieve swelling within the first 24 hours
Visiting a doctor especially if you lose consciousness or experience memory loss
Taking pain killers
Resting then following with gentle exercises as prescribed by your doctor
How we can help If you would like to make a whiplash injury claim for compensation then contact our friendly team. They are here 24 hours to give you medical and legal advice about what to do following a road accident. We also supply replacement vehicles or can repair any damaged vehicles. To find out more about making a claim for whiplash injury or any other personal injuries sustained click here to contact us online or call: 0800 78 38 846.
*Where replacement vehicle costs can be recovered from the insurance company of the person who caused the accident.
Where this person is untraceable or uninsured, or where there is a dispute over liability, a replacement vehicle cannot
be provided.
