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Although many people associate whiplash with car accidents, and many victims of whiplash proceed to claim compensation in the UK following a road accident, whiplash injuries can also be sustained from other activities, including some sports.
Contact sports such as rugby and American football have been known to cause players to sustain whiplash.
If a player collides with another two players approaching from different directions, the impact could cause the player's head to be thrown backwards whilst the rest of their body moves forward.
Snowboarders, boxers and those who participate in martial arts are also at risk of suffering a blow to the head and consequently sustaining a neck injury or whiplash.
Athletes, such as gymnasts and cheerleaders, often need to present complex exercises and perform at heights which can be dangerous as a fall may cause the head to snap backwards. Whiplash can prevent athletes from being able to perform for long periods of time.
If a person sustains a personal injury from a sports activity, they may have to take time off work. This can lead to loss of earnings, and the victim may consequently struggle with day to day life.
It is important that anyone who suffers whiplash sees a GP as soon as possible so that the injury can be examined properly – a GP may check for indications of muscle spasms, see if there is any pain when the sufferer moves their limbs or if there is any tenderness.
Victims of whiplash who have sustained a minor injury may be able to proceed with moving their neck without causing any further damage.
In cases where the GP suspects the victim may be suffering from a spinal injury or another problem, an X-ray, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan or computerised tomography (CT) scan may be recommended.
If you have been involved in an accident which resulted in you suffering a whiplash injury and you were not at fault, or only partly to blame, you may be eligible to make a compensation claim for your pain and suffering.
Here at YouClaim, we have a wealth of experience in representing claimants of whiplash compensation, and one of our legal advisors will be able to tell you within minutes whether you have a case.
There are no pressures or obligations for you to proceed with a claim unless you feel completely ready to do so, and no matter what the outcome of your case is, you won't have to pay us a penny for our services.
Find out more about claiming whiplash compensation in the UK now by calling 0800 10 757 95, or if you are using your mobile, call 0333 240 0871.
