Northbrook Personal Injury Blog

September 13, 2022 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Back Injury After a Motorcycle Accident

Experiencing a back injury after a motorcycle accident is common. The extreme forces that occur when a motorcycle and another vehicle collide is enough to displace or injure sensitive bones and discs in the spine. Back injuries can be incredibly painful, and failing to treat them can result in relentless pain and disability. Spinal cord […]

July 20, 2022 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Headache After a Bicycle Accident

Experiencing a headache after a bicycle accident is not uncommon. In fact, a headache is a sign of one of the most frequent bike accident injuries: a concussion. Having a headache does not necessarily mean you have experienced a concussion, but it does mean you should seek immediate medical attention. A headache after a bike accident can […]

June 27, 2022 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Ears Ringing After a Motorcycle Accident

If you experience ears ringing after a motorcycle accident, it is important to get it checked out as soon as possible. Ringing ears, otherwise known as tinnitus, sometimes occurs following a motorcycle accident. It is important to have ringing in the ears assessed by a physician as it can be a sign of traumatic brain […]

June 6, 2022 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Rib fractures in a motorcycle accident

Rib fractures in a motorcycle accident are a common injury. They are incredibly painful and, in some cases, can be a life threatening injury. Broken ribs are one of the most common injuries in motorcycle accidents. A broken rib often happens when the midsection of the body impacts the pavement or other surface. It can […]

January 7, 2022 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Nausea After a Motorcycle Accident

Nausea after a motorcycle accident can occur for a number of reasons. If you experience nausea and have been involved in a motorcycle or car accident, seek immediate medical attention. Feeling sick to your stomach can be a sign of a traumatic brain injury. It can also mean that there is internal bleeding. And sometimes, nausea […]

December 22, 2021 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Broken Ankle Motorcycle Accident Injury

A broken ankle motorcycle accident injury is incredibly common. Fractures occur in 52 percent of non-fatal motorcycle accidents (data taken from a study of over 700 motorcycle crashes in the Los Angeles area). Lower extremity fractures, like a broken ankle, are one of the most frequently occurring motorcycle crash injuries. The treatment you receive after your motorcycle […]

June 1, 2021 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Knee Tendonitis Treatment for Cyclists

Knee tendonitis treatment for cyclists helps address this common injury that plagues cyclists. Knee tendonitis generally refers to patellar tendonitis. The patella, or kneecap, is connected to the shinbone by the patellar tendon. The patellar tendon is engaged when you extend your leg to kick, jump, or pedal a bike. Patellar tendonitis can mean that […]

May 29, 2021 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

How to Treat Biker’s Arm

One common injury seen in motorcycle crashes is biker’s arm. Biker’s arm, sometimes called rider’s arm, occurs on impact in a number of different scenarios in a motorcycle accident. It can result in partial or complete paralysis. It can occur when the weight of the motorcycle slams down on the arm. It can also occur as […]

May 14, 2021 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

11 Tips for Motorcycle Road Rash Treatment & Pain Relief

If you ride a motorcycle with any regularity, sooner or later you’re going to get road rash. Wearing appropriate gear can help protect you, but in some cases, even the best leather or thickest jeans cannot prevent road rash. Layers of skin sheer off and the pain is intense. After a motorcycle crash, you may […]

April 28, 2021 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

How to Treat Cycling Road Rash

Cycling road rash is something most of us will have to deal with at least once or twice. The nasty abrasions that occur with road rash aren’t immediately that painful, but within just a few minutes, your adrenaline levels will decrease, and the discomfort will start. Road rash can usually be treated at home by […]