Whiplash pain can linger long after a car accident

Whiplash pain can linger long after a car accident

Whiplash is the most common type of personal injury suffered in a rear-end auto accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 800,000 whiplash injuries are reported each year. The Back & Neck Pain Center reports that because symptoms of a whiplash injury can take weeks or months to manifest, it is…

Why chronic auto accident pain may linger long after the crash

Why chronic auto accident pain may linger long after the crash

Although the number of motor vehicle collisions, and those reporting an injury after an accident, have decreased in the past decade, this data fails to tell the entire story. “Ninety percent of patients seen in the emergency department after motor vehicle collisions are not admitted,” says Ana Bermudez, a clinical research coordinator at the University…

SUV Rollover Facts

SUV Rollover Facts

SUV can be practical vehicles for many people. If you have a family, or if you need to move large items on a regular basis, or if you need towing capacity, they are often the ideal option. SUVs are also known for being solid vehicles in crash situations. However, did you know they are susceptible…

Car Accident PTSD

Car Accident PTSD

In the aftermath of a car accident, you may find yourself suffering from distressing mental injuries. For example, you may have anxiety. There can be certain sounds or events that trigger flashbacks. It may become impossible to go about your daily life. What you may not realize is that you could be suffering from PTSD….