Whiplash injury compensation claims
Whiplash Injury is usually caused as a result of a road traffic accident in a car. The injury which can affect the bones, discs, muscles, nerves or tendons or the neck occurs when an unexpected force suddenly jerks the head backwards or sideways, followed by a reflect contraction in the opposite direction. Swelling and inflammation occur due to damage caused by the rapid movement which leads to pressure being placed on the nerves. Damage to the bones in the neck is rare.
For free advice on how we can help you pursue a claim for your whiplash injury call us now on 0800 10 757 95 or complete and on-line claim form opposite and we will call you back.
Whiplash symptoms
Whiplash symptoms may appear immediately following an accident or they may not develop until hours, days, or even weeks after the injury as pressure being placed on the nerves as a result of tissue swelling which causes muscle spasms, which results in the pain and stiffness often experienced.
Whiplash symptoms are varied and may include all or some of the following:
- Headache
- Pain or stiffness to the neck, back, jaw, shoulders, or arms
- Dizziness or balance problems
- Numbness, pins and needles, burning or prickling in shoulders, arms or hands
- Nausea or vomiting
- Difficulty swallowing
- Blurred vision
- Ringing in the ears
The psychological effect of whiplash can include memory loss, concentration impairment, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, tiredness and depression.
For the majority of people suffering a whiplash injury the symptoms rarely last longer than six months.
About YouClaim
Each year we help thousands of people to claim compensation for whiplash injuries that were not their fault. If you are looking to make a claim for whiplash injury compensation and would like to speak to a member of our claim team, please call us on 0800 10 757 95 or complete the online claim form opposite and we’ll get back to you.
