Most Common Causes Of Back And Neck Injuries

Neck and back injuries commonly result from roadside crashes, such as:

The severity of back and neck injuries varies based on the type of roadside accident involved. However, even minor crashes can result in traumatic injuries requiring immediate treatment right away. Also, more than one body part can be injured, and new symptoms can suddenly appear several days or weeks after a crash. People often leave them untreated because they don’t realize they are also connected to the accident.

Prompt medical attention after being in a roadside crash can increase the chances for a full recovery. Below are the most common neck and back injuries resulting from roadside accidents:

Whiplash

Whiplash can cause both back and neck pain. It happens when the head is whipped rapidly, back and forth, due to the force of impact. Pain from whiplash can be minor to serious, and it is usually felt in the neck or down the entire back region.

Lower Back Sprains

The sudden and strong force of a crash can damage back muscles and tissues in the back. Lower back sprains are particularly common after rear-end crashes.

Facet Joint Injuries

The facet joint can be injured, but the cartilage cushioning the facet joint can also be damaged. A facet joint injury can also result in the fluid lubricating the joint to leak. If not treated properly, injuries to the facet joint can lead to a degenerative spinal cord disorder and become debilitating.

Herniated Disc

Also known as a slipped disc or disc herniation, it occurs when the force of the crash compresses a disc or knocks it out of alignment. A slipped disc can occur in any part of the spinal cord and is among the most common causes of back pain following a roadside crash. Left undiagnosed, it can result in degenerative spinal cord disorders later.

Spinal Stenosis

Untreated back injuries can also result in spinal stenosis, a progressive disease that worsens over time. This affects both the neck and lower back regions. A channel through the vertebrae houses the spinal cord. Spinal stenosis develops when this channel narrows, adding pressure, pushing the vertebrae outward, and pinching the nerves in the channel.

Lumbar Spine Injuries

These are painful lower back injuries, usually requiring immediate medical attention. They range from sciatica to spinal cord sprains and fractures. The pain associated with lumbar spine injuries can range from occasional tingling to agonizing sensations from the back radiating down the leg.

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