Car accidents can often bring on a symptom of ringing in the ears (tinnitus). This can be very annoying because the ringing sound can be there for days and days, sometimes weeks. The ringing usually goes away on its own over time, however, you still want to get checked by a doctor after any accident.
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Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. Severe scoliosis can result in heart and breathing problems. Here’s more information on the effects of scoliosis and how it’s treated.
A whiplash accident affects the 7 cervical vertebrae of the neck and is most commonly caused by car accidents when the force of a blow from the rear causes the head to whip backward and forward.
This video shows how whiplash results from the rapid movement of the skull during a motor vehicle accident. This action can cause tears in the muscles, tendons or ligaments of the neck.
It can also cause a nerve to become pinched between two vertebrae, resulting in pain or numbness that may radiate down to the shoulder, arm and hand.
Degenerative disc disease occurs when a normally healthy intervertebral disc tears because of pressure, injury, or repetitive strain. Be aware of the causes and effects.
Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage within the joints breaks down and is lost. More than half of the 65 and older population suffer from osteoarthritis. Learn more about this disorder and how it’s treated.
An intervertebral disc can herniate or protrude from the spinal column because of trauma and affect surrounding nerves. Learn about the effects of a ruptured disc.
