What Are The Long Term Effects of Bicycle Accidents

1. What Are The Long Term Effects Of Bicycle Accidents?

2. Cycling and the use of bicycles are on the increase, especially as we head into the warmer months of the year. In Philadelphia, cycling is one of the most popular ways to get around. Bicycles used for commuting or just to get out and about for some exercise are a great eco-friendly way to get around the city and enjoy recreational time. However, even in cities, like Philadelphia which have excellent cycling infrastructure, in spaces where cars and bicycles share the road, accidents do happen. When bicycle accidents occur, especially the more serious ones, they can result in life-changing injuries and long-term expenses.

3. When cyclists collide with a car, it’s not uncommon for them to sustain injuries such as: Broken bones or fractures 1. Soft tissue injuries 2. Life-changing brain damage 3.

4. How Severe are Bicycle Accidents? The severity will always vary from accident to accident. While some victims may recover in a number of weeks, others will need long-term medical care depending on the injury sustained. Regardless of how severe your accident was, there will always be some long-term effects. These could include: Loss of income, where you need to take time off work to recover. ● Inability to care for your children or other family members ● Long term disability as a result of a significant head injury ●

5. Broken Bones Cyclists are largely unprotected when they are struck by a moving vehicle, particularly at speed. As a result, it’s not uncommon for the accident to result in broken bones. Broken bones are considered a severe injury as they often require surgery and an extended recovery time. It’s not uncommon for cycling accident victims to require ongoing treatments, including occupational and/or physical therapy. Where complex breaks are sustained, extensive surgery will be necessary and may require pins and plates to be fitted in order to heal the cyclist’s injuries. In many cases, their body will never be quite the same as it was before.

6. Brain trauma injuries Brain trauma injuries sustained in cycling accidents can be life-altering and lead to the victim needing long-term care and loss of motor functions. The devastating effects are the reason every cyclist should wear a helmet when riding. Unfortunately, 60% of fatalities from cycling accidents occur because of brain injuries brain injuries. Sometimes brain trauma caused by an accident isn’t immediately apparent but can lead to swelling, torn tissue, long-term complications, and death if left untreated.

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