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Whiplash Injuries are Common after Car Accidents (Part B)

Treatment of Whiplash Injuries

The most common doctor-prescribed treatment for minor whiplash injuries is a soft collar worn for 2-3 weeks to help stabilize the neck muscles. Other whiplash treatments may include:

• heat therapy to relax the muscle tension and soothe pain
• pain medications (analgesics) and anti-inflammatory drugs
• muscle relaxants
• physical therapy such as range-of-motion exercises

Minor whiplash injuries with proper treatment usually subside within 2 to 4 weeks. Because the tensing of the soft tissues of the neck is the cause of whiplash, relaxing these muscles is the key to recovery. In some cases, a cervical traction device may be necessary, or local anesthetic injections to facilitate relaxation.

If symptoms persist for more than 6 to 8 weeks, you may require additional X-rays and tests to determine if your whiplash injuries are more severe. Neck extension injuries can cause damage to the intervertebral discs, which may require surgical repair. These are expensive procedures and your insurance settlement may not cover all the expenses.

If you find yourself faced with medical bills in relation to your whiplash injuries from a car accident, you will need to consider filing a personal injury claim to recover damages. This is a process made much easier by securing the help of a Chicago personal injury attorney.

Hiring a Chicago Personal Injury Attorney

With serious medical issues such as whiplash injuries, it's always best to consult a medical professional to help with diagnosis and treatment. During this time, recovering from your injuries should be your main focus, not dealing with insurance adjusters and escalating medical bills. Retaining the legal services of a Chicago personal injury attorney can help you focus on getting better while your attorney deals with the insurance companies on your behalf.

The Chicago personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. will help you monitor your medical expenses and work toward a settlement to cover all of the treatments you need to get your life back on track. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - (312) 263-1080

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