The injuries from a car accident can leave a lot of room for doubt. Not all injuries are life-changing, but the recovery process can be long and painful. You will also have to deal with the consequences of a broken or totaled vehicle. Then, there are insurance companies increasing your premiums and not giving you the compensation you deserve.
Insurance companies want to close the case as soon as possible. While that may sound nice now, you may regret accepting their offer later. You must consider the full scope of your car accident injuries before you sign an agreement. You should know of the various injuries that have delayed symptoms. To learn more, talk to an attorney today.
Common car accident injuries with delayed symptoms.
- Neck pain.
Following a car accident, neck pain is one of the most common problems. The force of an accident can cause straining, stretching, and damage to the tendons in your neck and shoulders, resulting in whiplash. The discomfort could be felt right away, or it might take a few days for any symptoms to appear.
- Concussion.
A concussion is another injury that occurs above the shoulders. Concussions, which were believed by many to be a minor side effect of normal rough-and-tumble play, are now recognized as catastrophic traumatic brain injury (TBI). A concussion happens when the brain bounces or twists inside the skull due to force, such as a blow, bump, or whiplash-like movement.
- Internal bleeding.
After a car collision, internal bleeding may not be noticed for a few days. That being said, this injury is potentially fatal. Thus it should not be treated lightly. Internal bleeding may be indicated by abdominal pain. Dizziness, fainting episodes, and large, dark bruises can also be signs of this severe illness.
- Back pain.
Following a car accident, back pain can often be felt. It usually results from being hit from the side or back. The pain alone may indicate whiplash, a broken disk, spinal damage, or other health issues. Headaches, dizziness, and trouble breathing are all additional indications of a back injury.
- Blood clotting.
Similar to internal bleeding, blood clots from a car crash can develop gradually and may not be detected until they pose a serious risk to life or even death. Blunt force trauma can result in blood clot formation. Although the clots are usually not harmful, they might cause serious problems if they break loose and go to the brain or lungs.
- Emotional injuries.
A car accident can cause damage to more than just the body. Many are emotionally affected to such an extent that they develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. Some people often report having strong nightmares and flashbacks related to the accident.
