Neck injuries can affect your ability to work

Neck injuries and resulting neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors including work accidents, sports injuries, car accidents and improper lifting. Individuals can also injure their necks by sitting at a computer for an extended period, falling or by diving into the water.

Injuries to a person’s neck can cause them to develop headaches, tingling or numbness in the legs and arms or shoulder pain.

There are several different types of neck injuries. One common one is whiplash.

Individuals most commonly suffer a whiplash injury when their head moves in both a violent and sudden action. This causes soft tissue damage to the neck and gives way to headaches, dizziness, stiffness and pain. Patients often experience numbness, tingling, or weakness in their limbs or neck as well.

Repetitive strain due to poor posture or sitting in awkward positions can aggravate a person’s neck. Engaging in physical activities such as sports or exercise can result in neck strains or sprains.

A nerve in someone’s neck can become pinched leading to sharp shooting pain in their arms and neck.

Vertebral disk damage can occur due to heavy lifting. This can cause a patient to experience pain that travels from their neck into their legs. Individuals who suffer vertebral fractures should seek medical treatment immediately as their spinal cord injury may lead to paralysis or death.

Anyone who suffers a serious neck injury may be left with chronic pain and loss of function of their limbs. This can make it hard for that individual to engage in normal activities or work. You may qualify for Social Security Disability if your condition is severe enough.

You should compile any medical records that you have and consult with an attorney here in Charlotte. Your North Carolina lawyer can guide you through the often-complicated process of securing benefits if you meet the requirements to receive them.