Northbrook Personal Injury Blog

February 20, 2023 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

10 Things to Do When Recovering from a Motorcycle Accident in Northbrook

Recovering from a motorcycle accident can be physically and emotionally taxing. Most motorcycle crashes result in injuries, which can leave feeling pain and discomfort for weeks. As distressing as this time can be, there are a few things you can do to help you recover both physically and financially. Truly, the most important thing to […]

November 29, 2022 / Motorcycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

Pain Relief After a Motorcycle Accident

After a motorcycle accident, one of the most common concerns for riders is pain and discomfort. Fortunately, there are many effective options for pain relief after a motorcycle accident available to help you manage your discomfort and get back on your feet again. Here are 10 of the most popular pain management strategies that can help […]

November 15, 2022 / Bicycle Accidents / Andrew Kass

8 Tips for PTSD From a Bicycle Accident

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that can develop after someone has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. If you’ve been in a bicycle accident, you may be experiencing some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Here are seven tips for how to handle PTSD after a bicycle accident. Signs of PTSD after […]

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 […]