Neck and Back Pain After a Car Accident: What You Need to Know
Car accidents can cause more than just vehicle damage — they often leave victims with lingering neck and lower back pain that interferes with daily life. At Applebaum Accident & Injury Lawyers, we understand how debilitating these injuries can be. If you’re suffering from back or neck pain following a crash, here’s what you need to know — and how we can help.
Common Causes of Back and Neck Pain After a Collision
Even minor accidents can jolt the body with enough force to cause serious injury to the spine and surrounding muscles. Here are some of the most common causes of post-accident pain:
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Whiplash: A sudden snap of the head and neck can damage soft tissues and ligaments, leading to chronic neck and upper back pain.
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Herniated or Bulging Discs: The impact of a crash can compress or rupture spinal discs, resulting in nerve pain, numbness, or weakness.
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Facet Joint Injuries: These joints help support your spine. When injured, they can cause stiffness and persistent lower back pain.
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Spinal Stenosis or Degeneration: A car crash can worsen pre-existing spinal conditions, triggering severe discomfort.
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Cervical Spine Trauma: Damage to the upper spine (C1-C8 vertebrae) can lead to intense pain, nerve damage, or even partial paralysis.
How Long Will My Back Pain Last?
Every injury and every person is different. Some individuals experience immediate pain that resolves with rest and treatment. Others may develop chronic pain that lasts for weeks, months, or longer. Early medical evaluation is critical to identifying the cause and beginning the right treatment plan.
Treatment Options for Neck and Back Pain After a Crash
Your treatment plan will depend on the nature and severity of your injuries. Options may include:
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Physical Therapy: Helps restore range of motion and strengthen muscles.
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Pain Management: Includes over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, or injections like corticosteroids.
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Non-Surgical Interventions: Techniques like epidural injections or intradiscal therapy can relieve inflammation and pressure.
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Surgical Treatment: In severe cases, spinal fusion or disc replacement surgery may be necessary.
Medical care can be costly — and if someone else caused your accident, you shouldn’t be the one footing the bill.
When Should I Speak to a Personal Injury Lawyer?
If your neck or back pain was caused by another driver’s negligence, you have the right to seek compensation. Insurance companies often try to minimize injury claims, especially those involving soft-tissue injuries like whiplash. That’s why it’s essential to have a skilled attorney in your corner.
You should contact a car accident lawyer if:
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You have ongoing or worsening pain.
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Medical bills are piling up.
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You’ve lost wages or can’t return to work.
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The insurance company is denying or undervaluing your claim.
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You have pre-existing spinal conditions worsened by the accident.
What Compensation Can You Pursue?
After a serious car accident injury, you may be eligible to recover damages for:
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Medical expenses (past and future)
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Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
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Physical pain and emotional suffering
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Reduced quality of life
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Property damage
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Disability-related costs
At Applebaum Accident & Injury Lawyers, we’re committed to securing full and fair compensation for your injuries.
Don’t Let Back or Neck Pain Control Your Life
Neck and back injuries can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. We’ve helped countless car accident victims throughout Michigan fight for justice and rebuild their lives. Let us help you, too.
Schedule Your Free Consultation Today
If you’re suffering neck or lower back pain after a car accident, contact Applebaum Accident & Injury Lawyers for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’re here to help you get the care you need and the compensation you deserve.
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