Whiplash is a common injury that can result from a serious car accident in Georgia. If you or a loved one has suffered from whiplash in an accident in the Greater Atlanta area, call the Law Offices of Jason Schultz P.C. to schedule a FREE consultation on your case – 404-474-0804.

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Whiplash as the Result of a Serious Car Accident in Georgia (Part A)

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries that can result from a car accident in Georgia. This happens when a sudden impact causes damage to the soft tissues in the neck.

Severe whiplash can also include damage to a victim's:

intervertebral joints;
discs;
ligaments;
cervical muscles; and
nerve roots.

If you have been the victim of whiplash because of a car accident in Georgia, you may be eligible for compensation in a personal injury claim. To claim compensation, you can seek help from a Georgia personal injury lawyer.

Symptoms of Whiplash

If you have been inured in a car accident in Georgia, and you feel that you may have suffered from whiplash, some common symptoms to expect include:

neck pain, which may occur immediately after the accident or several days later;

stiffness in the neck;
pain in your muscles or ligaments;
headache or dizziness;
difficulty swallowing and/or chewing;
pain in your shoulders; and
pain in your back.

If you suffer from any of these symptoms after a car accident in Georgia, you should seek immediate medical attention. A physician may diagnose whiplash by examining the soft tissues in your neck. They may also assess for further damage by taking x-rays of your cervical spine. If you do receive a diagnosis of whiplash, there are treatments available and most symptoms will completely heal over time.

Treatments for Whiplash

The most common treatment for whiplash is a soft cervical collar. Victims of whiplash will generally wear this collar for 2 to 3 weeks.

Other treatments for whiplash include:

heat therapy, which can relieve muscle tension and pain;
pain medications and anti-inflammatory medications;
muscle relaxants; and
various forms of physical therapy.

Symptoms of whiplash usually subside in 2 to 4 weeks.

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