The Basics of Whiplash Accidents May 6, 2014 | Page 3

Common causes of
whiplash injuries
Neck injuries are always
associated with rear-end car
accidents,
wherein
the
passengers in the front area of
the vehicle are not prepared
for the impact of the hit. Aside
from
rear-end
accidents,
there are also other ways to
be a victim of a whiplash
injury:

Car and truck accidents that do not necessary involve rearending of one vehicle

Contact sports like football, hockey and soccer.

Deliberate and forceful pushing that can result in trauma

Accidents caused by skiing and snowboarding on tall heights

Slip and fall accidents