How Car Accidents Cause concussion
Concussion — mild traumatic brain injury — occurs when the brain undergoes rapid acceleration-deceleration forces sufficient to cause temporary neurological dysfunction. In a car accident, these forces occur whether or not the head strikes a surface. The sudden deceleration of a rear-impact collision alone can cause the brain to move within the skull, stretching and shearing neural tissue.
Symptoms to Watch For
- Headache — the most common post-concussion symptom
- Dizziness or balance problems
- Difficulty concentrating or memory problems
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Sleep disturbance — sleeping too much or too little
- Mood changes — irritability, anxiety, depression
- Fatigue and feeling slowed down
Important: Concussion symptoms often emerge or worsen in the days following the accident, not immediately. If you had any head movement or impact in a car accident, you should be evaluated even if you feel fine at the scene.
MAIC's Concussion Evaluation Protocol
MAIC's board-certified neurologists provide comprehensive post-concussion evaluation including neurological examination, cognitive screening using validated instruments, and coordination of advanced MRI sequences when indicated. All findings are documented in structured reports for personal injury litigation.
Call MAIC at (888) 991-5290 for same-day concussion evaluation in the Bronx.