Soft Tissue and Whiplash Injury – Rockland County, New City, and Brooklyn
Whiplash refers to a condition in which the soft tissues in the neck are injured. These injuries can be sustained when a blunt force or trauma causes the neck to extend beyond its normal range of motion. Auto accidents are some of the most common causes of whiplash. If you have suffered whiplash or soft tissue injury in Brooklyn, New City, Rockland County, or nearby areas, the personal injury lawyers at Neimark & Neimark LLP can help ensure you receive compensation if another driver was to blame.
What is Whiplash?
Whiplash occurs when the soft tissues (including the muscles, ligaments, and discs) of the neck are damaged. The damage can occur if the head is snapped back and forward very quickly. Although auto accidents are the most common causes, whiplash and soft tissue injury can also result from sports accidents and violent assaults.
Symptoms of Whiplash
Whiplash and soft tissue injury symptoms may not be noticeable until a few days after the accident, but they are often very painful. Symptoms include:
- Headaches
- Neck pain or loss of motion
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Injured or sore muscles
- Trouble or loss in concentration or memory
- Muscle spasms (in serious cases)
Treating Whiplash
If you've been in a car accident and suspect you've suffered a whiplash or soft tissue injury it's important to contact a physician as soon as possible. The doctor will then be able to diagnose the condition, determine its severity, and formulate a method of treatment. Patients can take simple measures at home in order to help alleviate the pain such as using ice packs and not over-exerting themselves.
Contact Our Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Rockland County, Brooklyn, and New City
If you've suffered a whiplash and soft tissue injury in the Rockland County, Brooklyn, and New City areas, our personal injury lawyers can help you receive compensation for your injuries. Contact our practice to hold guilty parties liable for their negligence.