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A whiplash injury happens when the head undergoes a sudden sharp ‘whipping’ movement. It often occurs in traffic accidents, when two vehicles (or a number of vehicles) collide. It also can happen in sporting injuries, such as contact sport and in slipping accidents.
In a head-on motor accident, the injured is restrained by seatbelt. This causes hyperflexion and then hyperextension.
In rear-end motor accidents, the opposite is true. In simple terms, your shoulders move forward, until they’re under your head. As your head tilts downwards, your neck extends forwards. When your car comes to a halt, perhaps by your braking, then your head is thrown backwards. The muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves become damaged and this causes the painful discomfort.
An injured person may suffer with localised neck pain, localised shoulder pain, headaches, restricted movement to the head, tinnitus, buzzing in the ears, unsteadiness, nausea and even blurred vision.
Whiplash injuries can cause symptoms to continue for many months.
Often, the pain and discomfort does not become apparent until the next day. As soon as you realise that your have suffered an injury – seek medical advice.
Your General Practitioner will advise you if an x-ray is necessary. Also, s/he will prescribe suitable painkillers to ease the symptoms.
It never ceases to amaze me that many Clients suffer with their whiplash injury for months before seeking legal advice. You should seek legal advice as soon as your symptoms appear.
Whiplash injuries are recognised by insurers, lawyers and doctors. If someone else has caused your accident – telephone freephone 0800 169 3683, for free help and advice – or click www.daisychaincompensationclaim.co.uk.
While the personal injury claim is being dealt with, do not hesitate to return to your General Practitioner if your symptoms are not improving. Remember to let your solicitor know as well.
Whiplash injury compensation claims are now a very common type of personal injury claim. We guarantee 100% recovery. You keep every penny of your compensation – there are no deductions. Your claim will be dealt with by a solicitor of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel – www.daisychaincompensationclaim.co.uk.