After getting into a crash and hitting the front of your head, you may end up with some damage to the frontal lobe. What does this mean for you, exactly? Can you manage this damage? What does recovery look like? What does the frontal lobe control? As Physiopedia...
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How effective is your child’s car seat after an accident?
As all parents know, child car seats do a much better job at protecting children during automobile accidents than regular seat belts. Simply by placing your child in an age- and size-appropriate car seat, you reduce his or her chances of suffering a catastrophic...
Why are pediatric brain injuries so difficult to diagnose?
Traumatic brain injuries are a leading cause of hospitalization for all age groups in the U.S. If you have a child, though, he or she may be particularly vulnerable to brain damage during a car accident. In fact, according to a recent study for the Center for...
The most common types of back injuries in car accidents
Any moderate or severe car accident can lead to serious injury or death. The abrupt halting of a vehicle in motion puts tremendous strain on the human body, often resulting in a debilitating medical condition. Several types of back injuries occur in accidents in...
Top tips for trailer towing safety
Summer is in full swing, and it is time to get out and enjoy the outdoors. For many, getting outside also means brushing up your trailering skills to haul your favorite things to an exciting destination. Whether you are hauling toys or horses, towing a trailer means...
Statistics show the prevalence of bicyclist injuries
If you enjoy riding your bike or depend on cycling as a means of transportation, you need to recognize the serious risks you face on the road. A reckless driver could cause a devastating accident that leaves you seriously hurt. Sometimes, bike accidents lead to...
Firefighters struggle to extinguish electric car fires
Electric vehicles are an attractive choice if you want to reduce your reliance on gasoline. These vehicles use batteries to generate power instead of relying on conventional combustion engines. While your wallet may appreciate you for choosing to drive an electric...
Is it ok to sign a general medical release after a car accident?
If you have suffered a catastrophic or life-changing injury in a motor vehicle accident, you are likely to see a number of insurance forms. Insurance companies use these forms to collect information, investigate accidents and determine settlement amounts. You should...
Why do rollover accidents happen?
If you drive a large vehicle, such as a pickup truck or SUV, you have probably seen the rollover warning on your driver's side visor. This warning is common in these vehicles, as they have a greater chance of flipping on their sides or roofs during accidents. Sadly,...
Can you get a serious burn from a crash?
While flaming car crashes are not quite as common as Hollywood makes them out to seem, they do still happen. It is entirely possible to end up burned in a serious crash. Moreover, many burn victims in car crashes end up dealing with second or third-degree burns. But...