Common Airbag Injuries

Though airbags are installed in vehicles to protect you in the event of a collision, there are various injuries commonly sustained from an airbag deployment. Some drivers are more vulnerable to these injuries than others. If you have been the victim of an auto accident injury in Illinois, we urge you to seek treatment at Advanced Physical Medicine of Yorkville. A consultation with a chiropractor will put you on the path to healing.

Common Injuries Caused by Airbags

It is not unusual for an airbag to hit you in the face, injuring one or both eyes. The impact of the airbag during an auto accident has been known to cause blindness, which is sometimes temporary in victims. You could also break any of the fragile bones in your face, and in some cases, this may lead to scars that simply won't heal.

Another common injury is to the chest. This is an additional part of your body where bones may get broken. Soft tissue damage in the chest is also often seen as a result of contact with an airbag. In addition, many accident victims fracture their sternum or ribs in the crash. Along with your chest, your back and neck may be injured, with spinal cord injuries being among the most common occurrence. If you aren't wearing a seatbelt when the airbag deploys it could cause a thoracic or cervical spine injury. If you are wearing a seatbelt you are just as likely to suffer an injury to the cervical spine.

Also, muscles may be strained or further damaged. Whiplash is very often the result of an airbag injury. Airbag deployment also causes sprains and breaks of the hand or wrists. Nerve damage is also not uncommon.

Treatment from A Chiropractor

Certain airbag injuries can be effectively treated by a chiropractor. For residents of Illinois, your best bet is to make an appointment with Advanced Physical Medicine of Yorkville by calling us at (630) 239-7284. We have treated many car accident victims for various injuries. Our staff will work with you to determine the best course of action for healing injuries from impact with an airbag.