Besides severe pain and obvious bleeding or broken limbs, how can you tell that you were injured in a car accident? It turns out, lots of people think that they’re fine after a wreck when they’ve actually got some serious injuries. Revive Medical Center wants you to be on the lookout for these signs.
You’re Feeling Nauseated or Dizzy
Nausea and dizziness can be part of the shock of experiencing a car accident, but they can also indicate that you were injured. It’s entirely possible for you to be unaware of your injury, but for your brain and body to be very aware of the underlying issue. Nausea or dizziness can also be an indication of a concussion, which needs to be checked out right away.
You’ve Got Stiffness in Various Body Parts
Stiffness after an accident is very common and it’s often a result of bracing against the impact, particularly if you saw the accident coming. Soft tissues in the body can absorb a great deal of impact, but that tension can come at a steep price, namely pain. If you’re experiencing stiffness in joints, it’s highly likely that you’ve experienced an accident-related injury in that joint.
You’re Experiencing Numbness, Itching, or Burning in Extremities
Numbness, itching, or burning are big concerns, especially in your extremities. There can be nerve damage that causes these symptoms, even if you’re not aware of any specific pain or injury. Often this can show up later in the day after the accident or the next day or two afterward.
You’ve Got a Headache that Won’t Go Away
Most people think about whiplash as something that hurts your neck, shoulders, and upper back. That’s mostly accurate, but whiplash can also cause severe headaches that just won’t go away. Concussions can also contribute to stubborn headaches. That’s why it’s so important to address all of your symptoms.
You’re Having Trouble with Mood Swings or Depression
Car accidents typically don’t leave people with depression, right? Except they can. Mood swings, depression, and other mental health changes are definitely something that can be caused by a car accident. First, there are the practical aspects of the accident that could cause worry and stress, but also injuries to the brain can cause these emotional symptoms.
Revive Medical Center in Lawrenceville, GA can help you if you’ve been in a car accident recently. Give us a call and we can assess your injuries and help you to put together a treatment plan.
