Back pain after a car wreck: What you need to know
Car accidents are a leading cause of back pain, and often require medical treatment to resolve. Data from the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center suggests that roughly 38% of all back injuries after car accidents involve the spinal cord.
It’s important to get any back pain evaluated by a doctor, even if it seems minor at first. Many people don’t feel pain right away after a car accident, so it’s always a good idea to get checked out, even if you don’t think you’re injured.
This article will cover common injuries that cause back pain from car wrecks, symptoms to look out for, potential treatments, and things to consider long-term.