Seek Medical Attention if Injured

Seek medical attention if you are injured. Most people feel no pain at first because they are filled with adrenaline. It is totally normal for the pain not to start until several hours or even the following morning. People often make the mistake of hoping their pain will go away, and not telling a doctor. Some people hold out for days or even longer. This "gap in treatment" is often used by insurance companies to claim that injuries are not the result of the accident.

You can also delay your own recovery by waiting to seek treatment, hoping that the symptoms will magically disappear. This can cause you to miss more time at work, prolong treatment and require additional medical attention. Most people don't seek treatment because they are afraid of missing work or incurring medical costs, but also because they lack the time. Even if your "only" strain is a strained muscle, delaying treatment can result in additional time lost and increased medical costs. Keep in mind initial conservative treatment is typically prescribed muscle relaxants or other remedies to speed up your recovery.

Important Symptoms To Be Aware Of After a Car Accident

The impact of a car accident on our bodies is not normal. After a car crash, you should be aware of these critical symptoms and report to your doctor immediately if you experience any.

• Headaches, dizziness or confusion- Seek immediate medical care if these symptoms occur after an accident. If not addressed immediately, these symptoms may indicate brain injuries such as concussions, which are fatal. When the brain strikes the side of the head, it can result in bleeding. Swelling within the skull may also cause pressure which can be potentially fatal. It is important to get medical help immediately if you suspect a brain bleed. A CT scan will detect any potentially bleeding.
• Numbness and tingling- You may experience tingling, numbness and shooting pain that begins in the neck, and travels down to your arms or legs. This could be due to a herniated disk in your spine, which is damaging your nerve roots. Herniated disks are not visible on an X-ray. X-rays can only detect broken bones. Even if no fractures are visible, that doesn't necessarily mean the injury isn't there. A herniated disk can only be diagnosed with an MRI. If left untreated it could lead to chronic pain and even require surgery.
• Problems lifting your arm- This could indicate a torn rotator. A rotator cuff tear can only be confirmed by an MRI, and not an X-ray. A rotator-cuff tear can be small at first and not cause pain. However, over time the condition can become worse and need surgical intervention.
• Stability and Pain While Walking- Instability or pain when walking could be a sign of torn ligaments. Torn knee ligaments are not visible on X-rays, so surgery may be required to fix them.