If you or a loved one was in an auto accident, the injuries do not always present immediately after the accident. It can take hours, days or weeks for signs to appear if the symptoms are masked by the adrenaline rush that results from the accident. Below are four injuries that can cause delayed pain after an accident.
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Soft tissue. Soft tissue injuries include damage to any of the body’s muscles, tendons or ligaments. Whiplash is also a type of soft tissue injury, as are bruises, strains and sprains.
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Whiplash. An injury that happens in car accidents, especially rear-end collisions. Whiplash occurs when the victim is suddenly thrown in a forward motion while the head and neck are snapped to an abrupt stop. Whiplash can have a serious effect on a victim’s nerves, joints and muscles when overextended.
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Concussion. A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury that causes victims to display a range of medical, behavioral and psychological conditions. Concussions happen when a blow to the head is received in an accident that causes the brain to crash against the skull.
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Psychological trauma. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental condition that may develop after a person has been subjected to severe trauma, such as a serious auto accident. PTSD can cause car accident victims to suffer serious side effects and may cause permanent changes in their quality of life. Unfortunately, many auto accident victims downplay or dismiss the symptoms of PTSD and the severe impact this condition may have on their mental health. It is imperative that accident victims seek help from a mental health professional if they experience significant behavioral or emotional changes.
If you or a loved one were in a Connecticut auto accident, it is important to get evaluated by the emergency department, urgent care center, or your primary care provider.
