Questions about Neck Injuries

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Why are neck injuries so damaging?

The neck is both a delicate part of the human anatomy and a crucial part for full functioning. Spinal bones (vertebrae) descend from the skull in a precisely linked fashion, and each vertebra has a hollow center where the spinal cord runs (the most delicate tissue in the body). The first seven of these bones are known as the cervical vertebrae, also called the neck bones.

From the spinal cord, large pairs of nerves branch out, exiting through small holes in the vertebrae and further branching out into the rest of the body. In between all the vertebrae are cushioning pads which allow the bones to move easily against each other, enabling you to bend, twist, and stretch.

When you sustain a neck injury and any of the cervical vertebrae are knocked out of alignment, the nerves running through them can become pinched, which creates pain. Nerve damage becomes very likely once the bones and pads are disturbed. When nerves are damaged, the areas of the body to which they run are affected. This might result in a loss of sensation in those areas, a tingling sensation, or an inability to move those areas.

What is a whiplash injury?

Whiplash is the name of an injury resulting from a sudden hyperextension of the neck. Whiplash is often caused by an auto accident. If the vehicle you are in is hit from behind, your neck may jerk forward quickly, resulting in whiplash.

How would I know if my neck was fractured?

Your neck would start to swell, and you would feel muscle pain and stiffness. You may have some trouble with breathing as well. A fracture in the neck bones could pinch nerves, impede blood flow to the brain, and strain the muscles which are attached to those bones.

What are the main causes of neck injury?

Common causes of neck injuries include:

• Auto accidents
• Work-related injuries
• Sports injuries

What can Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law do to help me after my neck injury?

If you have suffered a neck injury caused by the negligent actions of another, the lawyers at Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law can help you receive compensation for your damages. We will assess your situation and gather information about that accident. After serving the residents of West Virginia and Ohio for so many years, our neck injury lawyers have a strong grasp on the complex issues surrounding these claims, and we have the skills to fight for your compensation.

Please contact our Ohio and West Virginia neck injury lawyers today for your free case assessment. We represent neck injury victims throughout West Virginia and Southern Ohio including the communities of Belpre, Parkersburg, Athens, Morgantown, Wheeling, Charleston, and Huntington.

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