Auto Accident Care
Headaches after a car accident
Post-crash headaches often have a neck component and can overlap with concussion. A careful evaluation clarifies the source.
Cervicogenic headaches from neck injury
Tension-type headaches from crash-related muscle guarding
Post-concussion headache screening
Referral out when findings warrant
How we approach post-crash headaches
History of the incident, cervical and neurological exam, symptom-pattern review, and concussion screening as appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do headaches follow a car accident?
They can come from neck injury (cervicogenic), muscle tension, concussion, or a combination. Evaluation is the first step.
When is a post-crash headache an emergency?
Sudden severe headache, worsening headache, vomiting, confusion, weakness, or vision/speech changes require emergency care.
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