Neck injuries are among the most common consequences of automobile accidents. Even a seemingly minor collision can lead to potentially serious neck injuries ranging from whiplash to a slipped or herniated spinal disc. This article will outline signs and symptoms of a neck injury after car accident trauma and explain the value of a life care plan for a patient who has been injured in a collision.
For personal injury attorneys, consulting a life care planning specialist can be of great benefit. At Cardinal LifeCare Consulting, we create thorough, evidence-based life care plans detailing a patient’s current and future care needs, along with the costs of the necessary care to attain optimal recovery. We also connect lawyers with medical expert witnesses who can provide their testimony to support or refute a claim. To learn more about how our services can be an asset to attorneys working on a lawsuit involving a party with alleged car accident injuries, contact us at 724-487-0519.
Symptoms of a Neck Injury After Car Accident
While it is possible to leave the scene of a car accident unscathed, not everyone is so lucky. In fact, many never fully recover from injuries stemming from an automobile accident. To minimize the chance of car accident effects persisting over the long term, prompt diagnosis and proper treatment of injuries is crucial. Moreover, it’s important to know the main symptoms of a neck injury after car accident impact. Common indicators include:
- Dizziness and headaches;
- Pain and stiffness in the neck and shoulders;
- Pain, tingling and numbness in the arms and/or legs;
- Muscle spasms;
- Blurred vision; and
- Decreased range of motion in the neck.
If a patient is experiencing one or more of these symptoms after a collision, it may indicate that they have sustained a neck injury. Seeking prompt medical attention is key, even if symptoms are mild. After all, when a neck injury is addressed early on, it can help to prevent symptoms from becoming worse or even lifelong.
Look to Us for Life Care Planning & Expert Witness Services for Auto Accident Cases
If you’re a lawyer involved in an auto accident lawsuit, our life care planning and expert witness services can help you build and strengthen your case. In our objective life care plans, we provide a detailed overview of a patient’s medical needs and specify interventions necessary to help them recover from their injuries, with associated costs.
Further, we offer a network of medical expert witnesses who can provide an informed, unbiased perspective during litigation, after reviewing all the facts and evidence in a case.If you’re ready to speak with one of our legal nurse consultants and be connected with the appropriate professional to assist with your case, reach out to us today at 724-487-0519.
