One of the most easily injured parts of your body after a truck accident is your neck and back. These regions are extremely sensitive to high impact and can respond accordingly with something as simple as whiplash or a sprain to severe damage in the form of spinal cord injuries or nerve damage. The last thing you want to play games with after a serious car accident is your nervous system.
Possible Back and Neck Injuries
The back is the central point of the body’s nervous system. It houses the spinal cord and connections to every limb, organ, and sensation in your body. If you suffer injury to your spinal cord, the results can be long lasting and potentially life threatening.
Not all injuries are spinal cord related, but they can be just as debilitating if not treated. Lower back injuries can make it hard to walk and can result in numerous other symptoms, including digestive disorders and general pain. Neck injuries like whiplash can cause pain throughout your back, reduced sensation, and long term neural disorders.
Getting Your Injuries Checked by a Doctor
If you are in a truck accident where you sustain injuries to your back or your neck, the first thing you should do is see a doctor. Only then can you be sure that something severe like a break or severe sprain has not occurred. The sheer volume of pressure put on your body in a car accident is so great that your body will have a hard time responding. Your doctor needs to check for real damage.
Your back and neck are the pillars of your body. You need them to be in top condition if you want to go to work, enjoy your children, or get a good night’s sleep. So, if you suspect even a slight injury after a car accident, be sure to take the time to visit the doctor and have your body checked. Even a small tweak can turn into something much more serious if given time to develop. This article is not meant to substitute legal or medical advice.
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