Auto Accident Injury Statistics Atlanta GA | NexGen Medical Centers
Impact Data
A motor vehicle accident of as little as 5 mph can cause cervical (neck) injury.
Symptom Delay
Delay in symptom onset after a car accident is the norm — not the exception. Delayed symptoms do not mean no injury occurred.
Disability Rates
10 percent of all motor vehicle accident victims become permanently disabled.
Recovery Time
75 percent of accident victims are still symptomatic 6 months after their accident.
Long-term Pain
Over 20 percent of accident victims experience worsening symptoms between year one and year two after their accident.
Annual Totals
There are more than 12 million motor vehicle accidents annually in the US involving more than 20 million vehicles.
Disabling Harm
Over 5 million nonfatal accidents occur each year, with approximately 2 million resulting in disabling injuries.
RECOVERY TIP
Urgent Evaluation
Schedule a professional clinical exam immediately after your accident to detect internal injuries that may not show any symptoms right away.
Injured in an Accident? Don't Wait. The statistics show that delayed treatment leads to worse outcomes. NexGen Medical Centers offers same-day evaluations across 7 Atlanta locations with no out-of-pocket cost for qualified accident victims.
CARE STEPS
Recovery Plan
Monitor all physical changes, remain consistent with your therapy sessions, and document every medical visit for your legal and insurance files.