Will my whiplash require surgery?

If you have suffered from whiplash in a car accident in Georgia, then generally no, the treatment will not be surgical. Surgery is necessary only in the most severe cases of whiplash, when the victim suffers from persistent neck, scapular or shoulder pain. This type of pain may indicate a severe injury to a disc in your spine, in which case removal of that disc may be required.

Generally, whiplash can be treated by heat therapy, physical therapy and various pain medications. The most common treatment for whiplash is a soft cervical collar, which should be worn for 2 to 3 weeks after sustaining whiplash in a car accident. With these types of treatment, the symptoms of whiplash will usually subside within 2 to 4 weeks after the accident.

To diagnose the severity of your injuries after a car accident in Georgia, you should visit a physician right away. A physician can examine the soft tissues in your neck and take x-rays if necessary. If your whiplash was caused by another driver's negligence, your medical expenses may be compensated in a personal injury claim.

When you have suffered from severe whiplash in a car accident in Georgia, a Georgia personal injury lawyer may help you get the money that you deserve for surgery and other treatment. To help your injury claim result in a favorable settlement, your Georgia personal injury lawyer can negotiate on your behalf. In situations where a favorable settlement cannot be reached, your attorney can represent you in a personal injury lawsuit. 

Contacting a Georgia Personal Injury Lawyer

Whiplash can leave a victim with tremendous medical expenses. As the victim of a car accident in Georgia, you have rights that the insurance companies cannot ignore. While they have a team of lawyers working on their side, shouldn't you have experienced legal representation fighting for your best interests? Before accepting any settlement offer, contact the Law Offices of Jason Schultz to schedule a FREE consultation on your case - 404-474-0804.