A car accident can cause any number of physical and emotional injuries to those involved. The accident itself is such an unnatural occurrence – putting your body through motions that no one is built to handle. The toll it places on your body is such that you can sustain any number of injuries, from broken bones to traumatic brain injury, solely from the force of impact and not from any physical trauma. The power of acceleration and sudden stopping is far beyond what our bodies can absorb. So, those who decide not to visit the doctor following a car accident are not just playing it cool – they are putting their health at risk by potentially missing life threatening conditions.
Post Car Accident Conditions
The three most common areas in which you can have injuries without your knowledge are your brain, your neck and your spinal cord. These internal injuries are dangerous because the injury itself might seem relatively minor. However, secondary injuries can be slow to develop and can ultimately cause far more damage.
For example, if you hit your head during a car accident, you may be a bit dizzy and have a headache after the accident. If you did not see the doctor, they would miss the fact that you have a concussion and are potentially suffering from swelling or bleeding in the brain. Swelling can take time to develop, but if it continues, it can result in brain damage, loss of oxygen, or even death when severe enough.
Your spinal cord is nearly as susceptible to swelling and bleeding, with the results ranging from loss of sensation to full on paralysis in your extremities. The risk of damage in these parts of your body is substantial in so many ways that it’s vital you see the doctor after an accident.
After the Doctor
If the doctor declares you unharmed, you should still keep an eye out for potential symptoms. And if the doctor finds any damage or advanced secondary injuries, you should be sure to ascertain who was responsible for the car accident in case you need to prove their liability in court. Take it very seriously because even a small headache could be just the beginning of your symptoms. If you need assistance be sure to see a doctor and/or lawyer as this article is not meant to provide legal or medical advice.
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