{"id":9546,"date":"2021-01-26T09:59:42","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T09:59:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/?p=9546"},"modified":"2023-07-17T15:40:12","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T15:40:12","slug":"neurological-injuries-after-a-car-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/neurological-injuries-after-a-car-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Neurological Injuries After A Car Accident"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<iframe height=\"400\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/boBEMxfzt30\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being involved in a car accident is bad enough, but what about the possible consequences to your health? If you\u2019re lucky, you\u2019ll walk away unscathed, but chances are you\u2019ll suffer at least a minor personal injury. According to Transports Canada, 9,494 people suffered severe damage due to a car accident in 2018.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are many <a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/most-common-shoulder-injuries-caused-by-car-accidents\/\">common injuries incurred from car accidents<\/a>, one of the most severe is a neurological injury. These injuries are particularly insidious because the signs and symptoms often seem minor at first, but they can further lead to significant health complications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose you believe you or a loved one have suffered a neurological injury due to a car accident. In that case, there are several steps you can take to ensure physical and financial security.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><b>Why See a Neurologist After a Car Accident?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to note that it\u2019s difficult to receive coverage from your insurance company if you decline medical treatment after an accident. It may even be outright impossible to do, especially if you\u2019re pursuing a<a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/personal-injury-settlement-in-ontario\/\"> settlement for your injuries<\/a>. That\u2019s why you should see a doctor as soon as possible after a <a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/car-accidents\/\">car accident<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you feel fine, minor injuries could indicate something worse. Plus, common sense dictates that the sooner you seek medical care, the faster you\u2019re likely to recover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A neurologist will notice any potential underlying issues and help determine a treatment plan that\u2019s right for you. Untreated neurological damage is likely only to get worse over time. It can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/blog\/causes-of-chronic-pain-syndrome\/\">chronic pain<\/a> and degenerative illnesses, so it\u2019s essential to seek medical care as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><b>Neurological Problems After a Car Accident<\/b><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neurological injury is also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/brain-injury-lawyers\">traumatic brain injury<\/a> or craniocerebral trauma. All these names refer to the same thing, though: injury caused by damage or trauma to the head or body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neuropathy<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common symptoms include numbness or pins and needles in the extremities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiculopathy\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar symptoms to neuropathy, but typically caused by spinal compression<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/cyclist-suffers-serious-head-injury-in-ttc-streetcar-collision\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head injuries<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anything from a bump to forcefully hitting your head<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs and symptoms can range from headaches, vomiting, and fatigue to seizures, dilated pupils, and even clear liquid draining from the nose and ears.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trauma to the head and neck<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whiplash is a typical example of this.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruising of the brain or stretching and tearing of nerve fibres<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms including severe muscle pain or worse<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here at Diamond &amp; Diamond Law, we\u2019ve compiled a few tips to help you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/what-are-soft-tissue-injuries-and-how-do-i-prevent-them\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prevent car injuries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\t\t\t\t<section class=\"csa-approved-ar-sec text-center\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-md-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Brain Injuries: Know the Types and Symptoms<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/brain-injuries-types-and-symptoms\/\">Learn More About the Types and Symptoms of Brain Injuries<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/section>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><b>Treating Neurological Injuries After a Car Accident<\/b><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concussions are among the most common injuries sustained during a car accident, caused by a direct blow to the head. A mild concussion often leads to headaches and confusion, but these symptoms can disappear after a period of rest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More severe concussion symptoms require consultation with a healthcare professional. It\u2019s difficult to tell how severe a concussion is, so go to the hospital if you\u2019re worried about any potential neurological damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\"><b><i>Let Diamond &amp; Diamond review the details of your car accident or injury, and discuss how we may assist you.<\/i><\/b><\/h4>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><b>Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer<\/b><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you or a loved one is involved in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/car-accidents\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car accident<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a neurological injury has been sustained, contact a Diamond &amp; Diamond <a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/car-accidents\/\">car accident lawyer<\/a>. We\u2019ll make sure you\u2019re well presented and can help build a compelling case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019d like a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/get-a-free-consultation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free consultation,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> we\u2019re waiting to hear from you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also have tips for what to do if your insurance company <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/when-does-the-car-insurance-company-deny-a-claim\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">denies your injury claim<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;pro-tip-sec&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><b>PRO TIP:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf you suspect a neurological disorder, contact a professional immediately.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><b>Neurological Injuries After a Car Accident FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What\u2019s the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?&#8221; style=&#8221;round&#8221; color=&#8221;blue&#8221; el_id=&#8221;1610080524707-d830ee54-dfbd&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both a neurologist and a neurosurgeon deal with issues related to the brain and spinal column. They\u2019re central nervous system specialists but offer slightly different services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A neurologist tends to treat patients with non-surgical issues, such as coordination, muscle pains, dizziness, and so forth. They can also treat people with inflammatory and autoimmune disorders.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A neurosurgeon performs surgical procedures on the brain and spine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How do I find a neurologist after a car accident?&#8221; style=&#8221;round&#8221; color=&#8221;blue&#8221; el_id=&#8221;1610080546599-e1ba23d2-5ca0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your local clinic or hospital should have a neurologist on staff, but if they don&#8217;t,\u00a0 they can at least point you in the right direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Can a car accident trigger a neurological disorder?&#8221; style=&#8221;round&#8221; color=&#8221;blue&#8221; el_id=&#8221;1610080574612-96286418-5cfa&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely. Whether it\u2019s a concussion or something far worse, car accidents can result in various neurological disorders. That\u2019s why it\u2019s of utmost importance to speak with a neurologist as soon as possible after an accident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you believe you have suffered a neurological injury due to a car accident, you can then turn to us at Diamond &amp; Diamond for help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Being involved in a car accident is bad enough, but what about the possible consequences to your health? If you\u2019re lucky, you\u2019ll walk away unscathed, but chances are you\u2019ll suffer at least a minor personal injury. According to Transports Canada, 9,494 people suffered severe damage due to a car accident in 2018.\u00a0 While there&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11829,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[812],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9546","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-legal-needs","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9546","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9546"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9546\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11829"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9546"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9546"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9546"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}