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Middle Back Pain After Car Accident: What You Need To Know

January 7, 2025 by Steven M. Gursten

If you are experiencing middle back pain after a car accident, you can sue for pain and suffering compensation and money damages if you can show that (1) the at-fault driver was negligent and 2) your injuries resulted in a “serious impairment of body function.” You must also file your lawsuit within 3 years.

Middle back pain is generally a sign of a more serious injury, so it’s important to seek medical help quickly, even if at first you think your injuries might be minor. Regardless of the severity of your injuries, visit your doctor to be evaluated, and then follow his or her instructions. This can be critical to your case.

You should also contact an experienced car accident attorney before you speak to anyone else other than your doctor. The experienced lawyers at Michigan Auto Law will protect your rights and fight to get you and your family the maximum possible settlement in the shortest amount of time.

Can I get middle back pain after a car accident?

While less common than lower back pain, middle back pain after a car accident can point to a more severe injury. Mid-back pain tends to result from issues with the spine, including damage to the vertebrae or the spinal discs that rest in between them. If one of the discs is injured or ruptured, it causes painful and often stilted movement that affects the rest of the back, and often the body as well. Although middle back pain typically emanates from a spinal issue, there are other causes. Strains, sprains, pinched nerves, and whiplash can also cause mid-back pain.

Middle back pain from a car accident can also manifest as muscle spasms, intense pressure, or shooting jolts of pain that may be localized or radiate out in waves across the back and shoulders. Even if a car accident was low-velocity, experiencing middle back pain afterward is no indication that symptoms will be less severe. Medical studies have shown strong correlations between middle back injuries and long-term problems.

How much is my case worth?

The amount of monetary damages you can recover depends on a variety of factors, including your non-economic damages (pain and suffering), economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, etc.), the extent to which your injuries have impacted your ability to lead your normal life, and your lawyer’s track record.

An experienced car accident attorney will get you a bigger, faster settlement than an inexperienced attorney. Insurance companies know which lawyers win big and are much more likely to settle those cases. The insurance industry’s own data reveals that an experienced car accident lawyer with a track record of success and reputation for taking cases to trial can increase your settlement by up to 4 times.

To learn more about how much compensation you may be able to recover in a settlement of your case, please check our “Settlement Calculator.”

Delayed pain appearing days after a crash

Many car crash victims end up with stiffness or soreness, and sometimes believe their injuries are simply minor. However, even if you get checked out by EMTs or doctors at a nearby hospital, you may still experience pain in the days to weeks following your accident.  

Delayed middle back pain after a car accident can be attributed to a variety of factors, including:

  • A tear in the outer spinal disc and then the inner disc material that often takes days or weeks before it begins to press out and impinge on the nerves and spinal cord
  • Adrenaline and strong pain medications that can mask pain
  • A gradual build-up in the body’s inflammatory response
  • Limited mobility and movement due to other, more acute injuries. 

If left untreated, middle back pain can progress and cause secondary conditions such as difficulty moving, discomfort while sitting or standing, and pain that radiates into other areas of the body.  

What to do for middle back pain after a car accident?

If you are experiencing middle back pain after a car accident, there are several steps you should take:

  • Seek medical attention right away (even if you are not experiencing serious pain)
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions and attend all recommended appointments for follow-up care
  • Consult with an attorney who has a record of success in helping people suffering from back pain after a car crash
  • Do not sign any settlements, releases, or waivers related to your accident (speak with your attorney before you speak to anyone else)

How to treat middle back pain after a car accident

  • Rest
  • Pain medication
  • Physical therapy
  • Chiropractic care
  • Massage therapy
  • Heat or cold therapy
  • Back support or braces
  • Steroid injections
  • Surgery

Suffering from middle back pain after a crash? Call Michigan Auto Law now!

If you’re suffering from middle back pain after a car accident and you have concerns and questions about your legal rights to pain and suffering compensation, economic damages and auto No-Fault insurance benefits, call now (800) 968-1001 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. There is no cost or obligation. You can also visit our contact page or use the chat feature on our website.

Michigan Auto Law is Michigan’s largest and most successful law firm that specializes exclusively in helping people who have been injured in auto accidents.

Our secret? Our car accident lawyers deliberately handle fewer cases than other personal injury law firms.  This allows us to focus more time and attention on our cases.

Unlike other law firms, attorneys are never too busy to promptly return phone calls and answer questions. 

We have more than 2,000 5-Star Reviews that reflect this care and attention to detail.

More importantly, this client-focused approach leads to better and faster settlements for our clients. Michigan Auto Law has recovered more million-dollar settlements and trial verdicts for motor vehicle accidents than any other lawyer or law firm in Michigan. We’ve also recovered the highest ever reported truck accident and car accident settlement in the state.

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Middle Back Pain After Car Accident: What You Need To Know
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