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Can you suffer whiplash from a side-impact car crash?

On Behalf of | Feb 13, 2023 | Car Accidents

Car accidents can be devastating, regardless of their type or severity. Side-impact car crashes, in particular, can cause significant damage and injury to the passengers involved.

One common injury that can result from a side-impact car crash is whiplash, a painful and debilitating condition that can have long-term consequences.

Whiplash in side-impact collisions

Side-impact collisions, also known as T-bone or broadside collisions, occur when a vehicle is hit from the side by another vehicle. In this type of accident, the impact force can cause the head and neck to move suddenly and forcefully, much like in a rear-end collision.

While side-impact collisions are less likely to result in whiplash than rear-end collisions, they can cause whiplash. However, the severity of whiplash will depend on some factors, like the speed of the vehicles involved and the position of occupants.

Symptoms of whiplash from side-impact collisions

The symptoms of whiplash from a side-impact collision may include the following:

  • Neck pain and stiffness
  • Headaches
  • Shoulder pain
  • Back pain
  • Tingling or numbness in the arms
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
  • Preventing whiplash in side-impact car crashes

You can take a few steps to reduce your risk of whiplash in a side-impact car crash. First, make sure you’re wearing your seatbelt correctly. The lap belt should be snugly fastened across your hips, and the shoulder belt should cross over your chest and shoulder. This will help keep your body in place during a collision.

Whiplash can occur in side-impact car crashes, and seeking medical attention and following your doctor’s recommendations for treatment is crucial for your full recovery. However, if another driver’s negligence caused the side-impact crash and left you with a whiplash injury, you may be eligible for compensation for damages

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