WHAT ADRENALINE CAN HIDE BACK PAIN AFTER AN ACCIDENT
I cannot count how many times I have had someone tell me, “It was just a little fender bender. My back was a little sore, but I figured it would go away.” A few weeks later, they can barely get out of bed. Back injuries after a car wreck are tricky. The pain does not always show up right away, and even “mild” soreness can be a sign that something more serious is going on. Part of the problem is how the body reacts to a crash. In the moment, your system is full of adrenaline and other stress hormones. They help you get through the shock, but they also hide pain. On top of
which can lead to pain, numbness, or weakness that radiates into an arm or leg. Sometimes, those symptoms show up right away. Other times, they creep in days or even weeks later as inflammation builds. If you ignore it, a back injury can turn into a long-term problem. Pain that might have been manageable with early treatment can become chronic. You start moving differently to protect the sore spot, and that puts stress on other parts of your body. Pretty soon, it is hard to work, sleep, or even do basic chores without paying for it later. If your back feels off after an accident, take it seriously. Get it checked out by a doctor, even if you can still move around. Tell them exactly when the pain started and how it has changed. Follow through on treatment, keep notes on how it affects your daily life, and talk to us before you agree to any quick settlement. You only get one back and one chance to handle the claim the right way.
that, a lot of crash injuries involve soft tissue in the back and spine. Muscles and ligaments can be stretched or torn in a low-speed collision, and the swelling and stiffness often build over the next day or two instead of hitting you at the scene.
I also see a lot of clients with disc problems after a wreck. The discs are the cushions between the bones in your spine. A sudden jolt can cause a bulge or herniation,
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Vodka Cream Pasta
Ingredients
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tbsp butter • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 2 shallots, minced • 1 cup vodka • 1 cup chicken stock
• 32-oz can crushed tomatoes • Coarse salt and pepper • 16 oz penne rigate pasta
• 1/2 cup heavy cream • 20 basil leaves, torn
Directions
1. In a large skillet over moderate heat, sauté oil, butter, garlic, and shallots for 3–5 minutes. 2. Add vodka in a steady stream and heat for 2–3 minutes to reduce by half. 3. Add chicken stock and tomatoes, bring to a light boil, then reduce to a simmer. 4. Season with salt and pepper. 5. In a large pot, cook pasta to al dente in salted boiling water while sauce simmers. 6. Stir cream into sauce until it bubbles and remove from heat. 7. Drain pasta, toss with sauce and basil leaves, and serve with sides of your choosing.
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