Why Do I Have a Headache After My Car Accident?

A Persistent Headache Can be Signs of a Serious Injury

After a car accident it is easy to only be concerned about obvious injuries like broken bones or sprains. We often don’t realize that the force of a car accident is very likely to lead to headaches, but when does a headache after a car accident become a problem?

Pain is never easy to live with, after your car accident you may have mild headaches that could be caused just from impact like bumping your head on the window after an accident. If you were however in a more severe car accident the resulting headaches may actually be caused by traumatic brain injury. Another possible reason for your recent headaches after your car accident could be untreated whiplash.

If you are suffering from headaches after your Texas car accident you need to contact our attorneys right now. Your own health should always be a priority; with attorney Domingo Garcia on your side we can get you FREE medical care until your claim is settled. We do not want you to settle your claim until all of your medical problems have been solved. Call our Texas Car Accident attorneys at any time, 24/7.

A Bruise to the Head

Your head is a very sensitive part of your body; we are not designed to be tossed around a car, especially not in a snapping fashion. Another car crashing into your car can cause you to bump your head on your steering wheel, window, or something else in your car. Just that force alone, colliding into another object can lead to constant headaches.

Concussion

It is simple. If you hit your head hard enough, it could cause a concussion. Recently you may have heard more about this in the news when they talk about football players who suffer from concussions after repeated head trauma. Even a simple slip & fall injury can result in a serious concussion.

A concussion is a brain injury caused by the brain being shaken about rapidly. A headache is only one of the many symptoms of a concussion, others included: memory issues, balance and connection problems, blurred vision, confusion, or dizziness.

If you are suffering from any of these symptoms after your car accident, you want to seek immediate help from a trained medical specialist. A concussion is typically considered a traumatic brain injury and should be immediately treated.

Whiplash

Are you suffering from stiff muscles, loss of range of motion in your arms, soreness of the neck and neck muscles, and headaches? These are all typical symptoms of whiplash after your car accident. Whiplash is caused because of the sudden back and forth motion of your neck, just being jolted around.

Whiplash injuries are very common in Texas Rear End car accidents. And it does not take a very big accident to result in a serious whiplash injury.
Your head is a very sensitive part of your body; we are not designed to be tossed around a car, especially not in a snapping fashion. Another car crashing into your car can cause you to bump your head on your steering wheel, window, or something else in your car. Just that force alone, colliding into another object can lead to constant headaches.

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What To Know About Headaches After a Car Accident

After a Texas Car Accident attorney Domingo Garcia always tells clients to seek immediate medical attention. This is not only what a good Texas personal injury attorney would say but any doctor will tell you to do the same thing. Even if you do not feel injured there could be underlying problems that you are not feeling right now.

After a car accident you will have adrenaline rushing through your body, this can lead you to wrongly believe you are okay. And then, hours or even days later you can begin feeling the symptoms of pain or injury related to the previous car accident.

These are typical symptoms of headache pain after you have been in a car accident:

• Tenderness of the scalp, neck or shoulders
• Pressure or tightness across your forehead
• A dull, aching sensation in your head
• Pressure on the back or sides of your head

It could be possible you are just suffering from simple headaches, however if your pain persists for at least 15 days you may be suffering from chronic headache pain. For example some pain may actually be an indication of migraines. Also tension headaches from the stress and anxiety of an accident are not uncommon.

All of this is very difficult to pinpoint without medical help, and often doctors even struggle to properly manage pain when headaches persist for a long time. Seeking immediate care is very important to your ultimate health and well-being.

There are other types of headaches Attorney Domingo Garcia’s car accident clients have suffered from. For example there are vascular headaches, chronic facial headaches, musculoskeletal headaches, nerve dysfunction, or cluster headaches. All of these can be the result of being involved in a car accident.

Seek Expert Help for Headaches after an Accident

Seeking out professional help after your Texas car accident is the best thing you can do. In fact, by hiring our Texas Law Office you will not only get proper legal help, but our attorneys will also make sure all of your medical bills are covered for FREE until your case settles. We want you to only be concerned about your health, and let us do the heavy lifting.

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