CAR ACCIDENT

Xai Chiropractic and Acupuncture Clinic

Tinnakon Xaiyaratt D.C

CAR ACCIDENT

Steps to take immediately following an automobile accident according the Oklahoma State DMV:

1. Stop at once
2. Render aid if needed
3. Exchange information
4. Report the accident to the DMV within 72 hours
5. Keep a copy of the accident report

WHIPLASH INJURY FACTS

* Most injuries occur at speeds below 12MPH

* Rear-end impacts of 6MPH to 12MPH cause the most injuries

* Females, children and small stature males are more likely to be injured

* A low headrest is far worse than no headrest because it increases the risk of whiplash

* The front seat passenger is more likely to be injured than the driver.

* The chance of cervical spine soft tissue injury becomes possible at just 5MPH

WHIPLASH

Cervical Acceleration/Deceleration Injury

Whiplash is an acute cervical spine sprain with muscle, ligament and possibly discogenic neurological and vascular components. Most of the injuries are from automobile accidents.
Symptoms usually develop after 48 to 72 hours or up to 6 weeks if it is discogenic.
Carpel tunnel symptoms can also result from double crush syndrome or from holding on to the steering wheel while the accident is happening.

*The amount of damage to a car usually does NOT indicate the extent of the injuries.

*Stiffer posture at the time of impact can increase the amount of whiplash injury.

*Seat belt and shoulder harnesses can decrease fatalities by 45 to 50%, but they can also increase soft tissue and vascular injuries. Air bags also decrease fatalities, but can increase wrist and TMJ injuries.

Steps to take after all legal responsibilities have been addressed:

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Tinnakon

We can help prevent any underlying injuries from rapidly progressing by initiating Chiropractic treatment right away.

Most states mandatory liability insurance laws provide people who have suffered from injuries resulting from a car accident a minimum of $15,000 per person for reasonable and necessary expenses for up to one year after an automobile crash for Chiropractic, Medical, Dental and other services needed due to the crash.

We recommend you contact an attorney if you have sustained injuries from an accident where you were not at fault to discuss your legal rights. We can recommend an attorney for you if needed.