Whenever there is a collision between a car and a pedestrian, the resulting injuries are often serious and even fatal. Car accidents involving pedestrians are often extremely dangerous. Whenever there is a collision between a car and a pedestrian, the resulting injuries are often serious and even fatal. Due to the fact that cars weigh … Read more
Hemothorax is a condition characterized by the collection of blood in the chest or pleural cavity, a fluid-filled space between the chest wall and the lungs. Under normal circumstances, the pleural cavity is filled with some fluid. However, when this space is injured it can collect air or blood, compromising respiratory function in the injured … Read more
According to a recent study conducted by the AAA Foundation, Millennials in the age group of 19-24 engaged in the riskiest of driving behaviors. With the increased use of smartphones and other technologies over the past decade or so, distracted driving and its associated risks have become a cause of concern. A number of studies … Read more
A cardiac contusion is a rare but serious injury that may result from being involving in a car accident. Car accidents can cause a variety of injuries. While some are common are easily identifiable, others are uncommon and discreet enough to be missed, leading to further complications for the injured accident victim. What is a … Read more
According to the Mayo Clinic, car accidents are responsible for over 35 percent of all spinal cord injuries. The spine is particularly vulnerable in the event of a crash, however, these injuries are often difficult to notice until hours or even days after a crash. Spinal cord injuries are, of course, extremely serious in nature, … Read more
When the blood vessels and nerves are squeezed near the thoracic outlet, it causes a condition known as thoracic outlet syndrome. It is not uncommon for car accident victims to develop neck, arm, shoulder, and hand pain. In most cases, the cause of this pain is the herniation of the spinal discs, or stretching or … Read more