Back Injuries from Car Accidents
Car accidents place enormous strains on the body. The sudden force and deceleration from a car accident may compress or damage the back. The complicated bones and discs that form the spine can be seriously damaged. Car accidents may cause herniated (slipped) discs, ruptured discs or spinal (vertebrae) fractures.
An added problem is that the spinal cord travels through the back. The spinal cord transmits signals for movement and pain through the body, so spinal cord injuries can cause severe pain and may require therapy to treat.
More severe injuries of the spinal cord can lead to paralysis.
Recovering from Pain and Suffering
These injuries may have severe consequence for work and everyday life. If you have suffered from a severe back injury, you may require years of therapy and treatment. You may not be able to do certain everyday activities.
