These motorcycle accident symptoms can appear weeks after the accident but are important to keep an eye on. Motorcycle to car accident, unlike car to car accident, affect the body (of the motorcyclist) quite differently. While there a bit of safety cushion in a car a motorcycle lacks these safety measures because of its design. This makes motorcycle accidents much harder to treat because to the many areas of the body that can be affected by a single fall or impact. Symptoms of motorcycle accidents can show up in the following days, weeks and even months. In this article, we’ll look at symptoms that are very important to take notice of and should not be ignored no matter how long after the accident they show up.
Changes in skin color
While it is common for motorcycle accident victims to have bruises and cuts, changes in skin color at the area of these bruises can signal other underlying issues. Normally, the bruises will heal quickly and the reddish spots around the bruises will disappear. However, when these areas turn color and/or texture, it may be time to consult with a board-certified auto injury doctor. In addition to color and texture changes, these areas of your body might feel colder or hotter. These motorcycle accident symptoms might indicate a problem with nerves or blood vessels, affecting the normal flow of blood or nerve communication.
Numbness or tingling effect
When your body gets thrown during an auto accident, it may affect your nervous system. In some cases, this effect may not be clear until a few weeks after the accident. You will feel a loss of touch/feeling in arms or legs, or a tingling sensation. These all indicate a problem with your nervous system and it’s important to get examined by a qualified auto injury doctor. In a few cases we’ve seen, the impact of a body being thrown from a motorcycle put pressure on a nerve causing numbness.
Stiffness during specific tasks
This is one symptom that is easy to detect if you received treatment at a reputable auto injury clinic. Basically, you’ll feel stiffness when performing such tasks as bending over to pick something from the floor or extending your arm to reach for something. When you receive your initial treatment for auto injury, you should have your body checked for range of motion. However, the stiffness can develop after your treatment is complete. If you experience stiffness after a motorcycle accident it’s important to see the doctor because if not treated you could develop pain that will make your daily activities hard to do.
Forgetfulness or ‘going blank’ episodes
Motorcycle accidents have on average twice the number of head injuries as other auto accidents. Even a small impact on your head can cause unexpected effects to your brain and a number of brain-related functions such as speech, memory and the five senses. The most common symptom for motorcycle accidents is memory, where people report having a hard time remembering things or ‘going blank’. This is a very serious issue and needs immediate attention. The complex nature of the brain makes this symptom a priority for any auto-injury clinic. Some people tend to dismiss forgetfulness as part of getting old but if you have been in an auto accident, you should take action.
What should I do if I experience any of these symptoms?
If you experience any of these motorcycle accident symptoms, check in with a qualified auto injury clinic as soon as possible. If they’re manifesting now, it means something is still not right with your body and needs to be looked at.
Why The Brooks Clinic?
The Brooks Clinic is a one-stop shop for all your auto-injury treatment in Oklahoma. We have 4 locations and growing and our facilities and fully stocked with the equipment needed to get the job done. Our doctors are board-certified and have years of experience treating auto injury related conditions.
