A look at neck collars for people claiming whiplash compensation

Neck collars were once the routine treatment for whiplash and over the years millions of people who have made whiplash compensation claims have been prescribed collars following serious road traffic accidents.

The collars are designed to support the neck and prevent any further injuries from occurring but recently it has been suggested that holding the neck in one position could actually delay the recovery process.

Exercises for whiplash
Some studies have shown that by beginning supervised exercise within 48 hours of a road accident occurring, the amount of pain could be reduced in just six weeks.

The latest research has revealed that only a quarter of people who exercised their personal injury following an accident continued to suffer neck problems; this was compared to half of those who used neck collars and proceeded to experience neck pain.

If you are in the process of making a whiplash compensation claim, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or physiotherapist before carrying out any exercises for your neck injury.

Taking time off work
When making a whiplash compensation claim you should take into consideration the number of days you have been required to take off from work, as this could affect the level of damages awarded for your accident claim.

A recent study which examined the healing process for people who returned back to their usual activity straight away found that after six months they suffered from fewer neck pains. The research also found that those who used a neck collar and took two weeks off work were more likely to suffer from pain, stiffness, headaches and memory problems.

The study also found that approximately one in ten people, who may have claimed whiplash compensation, continued to suffer pain from their personal injury despite them using either a neck collar or returning to usual activity.

How to make a whiplash compensation claim
If you or someone you love has suffered a neck injury in a road traffic accident, we could help you make a compensation claim.

At Car Accident Advice Line, we make sure that your no win, no fee claim is handled by an expert solicitor who is equipped to deal with whiplash compensation claims.

Over the years, our panel of associated personal injury solicitors have achieved a fantastic success rate and could help you successfully win damages your car accident injury.

You won't have to pay a single penny when making a whiplash compensation claim through us and we can guarantee that you will receive 100% of the compensation awarded.

To start the claims process today, why not request a call back by giving us a brief description of your injury and one of our friendly claims advisors will get back to you.

Alternatively, to make a totally cost free claim straight away, why not chat online to an advisor or call us for free on 0808 143 43 42.