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Osteoarthritis of the spine increases the risk of whiplash injury. So do poor driving habits, driving in bad weather, or driving when tired, tense,

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How common is whiplash?

About 1,000,000 whiplash injuries occur in the United States every year.


What is the average payout for whiplash injuries in the UK?

£3500


How many people had a whiplash injury this year?

The estimated rate of whiplash injuries is 3.8 per thousand of population. Between treatment and loss of earnings, whiplash injuries cost the US some 30 billion dollars annually.


What exactly is whiplash when caused by a car accident?

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Can whiplash injury cause rheumatoid arthritis?

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What injurys will it cause driving 30 and 40 miles per hour?

Driving at 30 mph can result in serious injuries such as whiplash, fractures, or concussions in the event of a collision, especially for unrestrained passengers. At 40 mph, the risk of severe injuries increases significantly; occupants may experience more critical trauma, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or life-threatening internal injuries. The severity of injuries is influenced by factors like the type of collision, use of seatbelts, and the vehicle's safety features.


What is the typical settlement for whiplash and arm injury?

In the UK it depends entirely on the severity of the whiplash injury and arm injury, Your solicitor will obtain an independent medical report describing the severity of your injuries. To see examples of compensation amounts for different types of whiplash injuries and arm injuries see the related links entitled "car accident compensation" and "arm injury claim" respectively,


Can you drive with whiplash?

"We recommend that you do not drive if you are suffering from whiplash Injuries such as neck pain or you have a stiffness in your neck that prevents you from turning your head quickly." http://www.whiplashcompensationonline.co.uk/whiplashsymptoms.php


How does orienteering lower the risk of injury?

Osteoarthritis of the spine increases the risk of whiplash injury.


What is a cervical sprain?

It is an injury to the muscles and ligaments of the neck. It is common after hjead trauma or "whiplash" injuries.


Is it true for the best safety feature for preventing whiplash is the airbag?

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