The first few minutes and hours following a car accident can be traumatic both physically and mentally. Hopefully, all parties involved in the car accident were able to walk away with no major injuries but what happens next?
Immediately after a car accident
Following a car accident, seek medical help immediately. Get medical help if any of the following signs or symptoms are present:
- Head trauma
- Major bleeding from any part of the body
- Inability to walk or pain while walking
- Blurry vision
- Difficulty or painful breathing
- Pain felt around the head, neck, stomach or chest area.
Hours to days after a car accident
Even if you have not experienced any major trauma or bleeding, it is still a good idea to go and get checked out by a medical professional. No matter how minor the accident may seem. An assessment by a doctor should always be sought as early as possible.
Do not dismiss minor aches or pains. Back pain, whiplash or minor bruising should still be assessed.
Benefits of seeking medical assistance quickly
- Internal injuries are sometimes felt but not necessarily seen. At LifeSavers ER, we provide free medical screenings to all auto accident victims.
- It can be useful to get a medical assessment following a car accident for insurance purposes. Our staff can assist in the filing/claims process with Allstate,
Farmers, Liberty mutual, Progressive, Geico and all other leading insurance company available in the market. - Long term injuries that are the direct result of a car accident can develop weeks or months later.
An initial assessment following a car accident can provide much needed guidance and reassurance about your current health and possible symptoms to look out for in the days and weeks to come.
Emergency in Houston?
Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your Houston ER for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our houston emergency room locations: Willowbrook ER, Heights ER, or Summerwood ER.
