Signs Your Neck Pain Could Be a Traumatic Brain Injury
October 16, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers
Neck pain is a common consequence of a variety of accidents, from slip and fall accidents to car collisions. Most people don’t consider neck pain to be serious or a cause for concern. However, sometimes neck pain can be a sign that you sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Here’s what you need to know about delayed neck pain—especially after concussions—and whether it could point to a potential brain injury.
What Type of Neck Pain Could Be a Sign of Brain Injury?
If you’ve developed neck pain after an accident, it’s important to consider the kind of pain you’re feeling and whether you’ve experienced any other symptoms. For example, neck pain associated with a brain injury will typically be sharp and persistent. It can start or get worse when you perform certain movements or move your head in a certain direction.
You might feel that your head is too heavy for your neck to hold. It’s also common to feel tingling or weakness in your arms or legs. You may feel stiffness and tension in your neck.
The symptoms tend to get worse over time. If you sustained a soft tissue injury like whiplash, the pain should start getting better after a few days. If the opposite is true, it could point to a more severe injury or post-concussion syndrome (PCS).
Why a Traumatic Brain Injury Could Cause Neck Pain
A traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion, happens when an external force causes your brain to shift or twist. This leads to chemical changes that can affect your cognition. The same forces that cause such changes can also affect your neck muscles, ligaments, and even vertebrae. The resulting inflammation can then lead to neck pain.
Can I File a Claim or a Lawsuit After Suffering a TBI?
In some cases—like with a car crash—there may be insurance coverage that you can pursue. However, negotiating with the insurance company is difficult. Insurers often try to minimize your claim or shift the blame onto you to avoid paying out your claim. If you attempt to go through negotiations alone, you could end up with a much smaller settlement than your injury requires.
Another option you may have if you suffered a TBI in Georgia is to file a personal injury lawsuit. These claims allow you to recover compensation if another party’s misconduct is what led to your injuries.
As you can expect, it’s not easy to prove that this is the case. Your personal injury attorney will have to show that the other party owed you a duty of care that they breached. Then, your attorney must show that their conduct led directly to your injuries and that you suffered damages as a result.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Georgia?
In Georgia, you typically have two years to file a personal injury claim. There may be exceptions, however, so acting quickly is essential. If you miss the deadline, you might lose the right to pursue compensation in court. This is why consulting an attorney after such an injury is critical.
The last thing you need if you’re struggling with a traumatic brain injury is to have to worry about legal paperwork. A Macon personal injury lawyer can help determine the filing date that applies and can make sure your case is filed correctly for you while you focus on healing.
Contact The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers Today for a Free Consultation With Our Macon Personal Injury Attorneys
If you have suffered neck pain or a brain injury as a result of an accident, seeking prompt medical care is crucial. Then, consider hiring an attorney to guide you through the claims process. Dealing with the aftermath of a TBI can be a challenge. With the right professionals on your side, you can navigate the path forward with confidence.
For more information, please contact The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers at your nearest location to schedule a free case evaluation today.
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