Kids, as well as adults, can suffer whiplash in a car crash accident. Kids are susceptible to the forces that cause whiplash in exactly the same way as everyone else. Whiplash in kids happens when the force of a collision between two vehicles causes the neck to whip backwards and forwards. This strains the muscles, as they are overextended.
You should always seek the advice of a medical professional if you have any suspicion that your child may be suffering from whiplash. Giddiness and fatigue can also be symptoms of whiplash, not just neck pain.
Is whiplash compensation available for kids?
Absolutely, kids are entitled to claim compensation for whiplash like anyone else. We offer a full service and can take care of everything for you. From ensuring you get the maximum compensation, to making sure your child sees a specialist physiotherapist, we can help. All of this we do no win no fee, and at no cost to you. We are on the other end of the phone on 0800 988 2478, or let us call you by filling in our contact form.
How common is whiplash in children?
There have been several reports conducted into whiplash in kids. The conclusions of these reports seem to suggest that children are slightly less likely to suffer whiplash in a road accident.
There are several possible reasons for this, including the fact that kids are naturally suppler than adults meaning less harm is done to the muscles by the stretching. There are also some suggestions that back-seat passengers (which includes many children) are less likely to suffer from whiplash than front-seat passengers.
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