How To Survive A Car Crash
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How to Survive a Car Crash
Overview
Caught at the corner of Dunn and Bradstreet, you're listening to your empowerment tape when you notice a Seville speeding toward you in the rear-view mirror. What should you do?
According to Lawrence Nordhoff, Jr., D.C., an accident reconstruction expert and author on vehicle collisions, here's how to respond in that critical moment:
1. Brace Yourself: Grasp the steering wheel firmly at the ten and two o'clock positions. Contrary to popular belief, tightening up protects your bones, discs, ligaments, and nerves better than staying relaxed.
2. Protect Your Wrists: Keep them flat to avoid injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.
3. Face Forward: Look straight ahead and sit squarely against the seat back. Press your head into the headrest if a rear-end collision is imminent.
4. Monitor Your Mirrors: Stay aware of your surroundings by keeping an eye on the rear-view mirror when stopped. Being prepared can reduce the risk of injury.
Dr. Nordhoff notes that the average person experiences a car collision every decade. Practicing these steps can make them instinctual. Here are additional tips to enhance your safety:
1. Choose a Larger Vehicle: Bigger vehicles offer more protection in a collision. Although smaller cars are fuel-efficient, a larger vehicle like an SUV offers extra safety against impacts.
2. Maintain Safe Distance from the Steering Wheel: Sit at least six inches away to prevent injuries from airbags. Use pedal extenders if necessary.
3. Adjust Your Headrest Properly: It should align with the area just above your ears. Incorrectly positioned headrests can cause neck injuries.
4. Use Seatbelts Correctly: Never place the shoulder harness behind your back, as it increases the risk of spinal cord injuries. Consider a cushion for better comfort.
5. Cushion Old Truck Windows: In older pickups, place a cushion on the rear window for additional head protection.
6. Replace Seatbelts Regularly: Change them every ten years and after major accidents.
7. Check Your ABS: Service the anti-lock braking system (ABS) routinely. When braking hard, apply steady pressure without pumping the brakes to prevent flipping.
8. Invest in High Medical Coverage: Opt for at least $25,000 in medical payment coverage. It's affordable and simplifies claim processes with your insurance.
Accidents are almost inevitable, so spread this knowledge to make accidents less traumatic. Following an incident, always seek a professional evaluation to restore your alignment and prevent long-term issues. Often, the effects of an accident don’t manifest immediately, so it’s essential to address any potential problems early.
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