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Hi everybody. I was rear ended in a traffic light yesterday. I was sent to the hospital and CT showed up clean. I'm convinced my seatbelt prevented a situation that makes this one seem minute in comparison. With that said, the headaches aren't too bad but my anxiety and depression has already taken hold. I'm afraid and scared for the future as the previous episode I went through was less than 8 months ago. Thanks for listening

other people who know more than me are going to ask what was your last episode. Welcome to the board you can put this in the TBI PCs room

Sorry about your injury, but welcome to NT.

Can you tell us a bit about your previous incident? Just a bit though, as it might be best for you to be limit your screen time, so that you can get as much rest as possible.

Especially in the early stages of recovery, it is generally thought best to minimize physical and mental exertion, sleep as much as possible, eat properly and avoid alcohol.

If you haven't already done so, consider reporting the depression and anxiety to your doctor.

As you've likely been diagnosed with whiplash, you might find relief from icing your neck. If your symptoms persist, it might be a good idea to make sure your neck is examined thoroughly.

Like Hockey said.. ice your neck... and an initial CT may show clean but you could have swelling today... Just watch for signs and try (I know its not easy) and not stress...

Welcome! Look forward to hearing from you more!

Welcome, as others have said please ice your next and rest rest rest. Please rest!

If you feel up to it, maybe while icing your next, please tell us about your previous incident.

What has you scared for the future ? You are not at risk of second impact syndrome.

In my opinion, the hospital was negligent in exposing you to such a high dose of x-ray radiation when it sounds like you showed no indications of needing a CT Scan.