1. Get a Thorough Evaluation
Neurological disorders are complex because they can affect brain function and nerves throughout the body and the spinal cord. This network (the central and peripheral nervous systems) supports other body systems. If there is damage to the brain or nerve connections, other systems may be severely impaired.
After a car accident, you need a comprehensive neurological examination. You may have symptoms that mirror other health problems but have neurologic origins. Getting a diagnosis that locates your problem is essential for determining a pathway for treatment of your personal injury.
2. Find the Sources of Injury
There are many types of neurological injury symptoms that can be difficult to distinguish from other health concerns. A skilled auto accident doctor helps identify the source of injury and pain through careful physical examination paired with state-of-the-art technology for comprehensive diagnostic testing.
These are symptoms people experience with neuro injury that highlight the need to see a doctor:
- Muscle weakness
- Irritability and anxiety
- Chronic pain
- Light sensitivity or seizures
- Nausea and vomiting
- Poor cognitive functions
- Tingling and numbness in limbs
- Partial or complete paralysis
- Slurred speech
Concussions from accidents happen due to the force of trauma on the brain during a crash. Post-concussion syndrome issues can persist for months to a year after an injury. This mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) can produce dizziness, headaches, decreased concentration, and memory problems.
Make sure to seek treatment immediately to address this health matter. While this condition often heals over time with proper treatment, the symptoms can seriously affect a person’s quality of life.
3. Treat Cervical Injury
Whiplash is a common neck injury resulting from the whipping motion the neck endures in an auto accident. See a car accident doctor to determine if there is neurologic involvement.
There are two basic types of nerve injuries from whiplash:
- Referred pain (most common): Affected ligaments and discs agitate nerves
- Nerve root impingement: Affected discs and joints impair nerve function through pressure and pinching
These are painful conditions that limit movement and activity. Nerve root impingement can be an incapacitating condition that prompts other health issues.
4. Help With Debilitating Conditions
Car accidents trigger a variety of neurologic disorders.
Three categories of nerve conditions include:
- Spinal cord injury: This occurs from direct damage to the spinal cord due to trauma.
- Entrapment Neuropathy: This is a nerve injury which can happen from a fracture or torn ligaments or muscle inflammations.
- Radiculopathy: This occurs when the spinal column nerve root is compressed, causing issues in the cervical, thoracic or lumbar regions.
These types of spinal trauma often cause intense pain, weakness and numbness throughout the body. Talk with your accident injury doctor about pain management options and ways to treat the underlying trauma.
5. Diagnose Traumatic Brain Injury
Suffering a traumatic brain injury is often a life-altering event that emphasizes the need to consult an auto accident doctor. TBIs happen from blunt force trauma to the head. In most instances of injury, the effects are long-lasting and devastating. According to recent Center for Disease Control and Prevention statistics, 30% of TBI cases became worse over five years. This data shows the devastating consequences of having a severe injury to the brain.
If TBI occurs, you need immediate medical care. The problematic aspect of traumatic brain injury is the long-term consequences to your health. This type of brain damage can increase the risk of neurodegenerative diseases and disorders, including dementia.
One immediate concern after an accident is the onset of depression prevalent with TBIs. A car accident doctor helps you with this diagnosis by developing treatment objectives and managing your ongoing care.
6. Receive Personalized Care
Neuro Injury Care has a clinical background in treating TBI and trauma-involved neuropathy and radiculopathy. We have in-depth knowledge of discovering and treating injuries resulting from accidents. We make the process easy for you to get a neurological opinion to manage your health issues before they become chronic and debilitating.
We accept all types of insurance, including New York and New Jersey no-fault auto accident insurance. We provide a convenient process for getting the care you need.
7. Improve Overall Health
Long-term health management is an important feature of neuro injury care. Many patients need our assistance for an extended time or throughout their lives. We work with you to provide personalized treatment objectives because each injury case is unique, and we treat it as such. We listen to you and provide comprehensive, well-informed treatment decisions regarding your care.
