# Signs Your Neck Pain Could Be a Traumatic Brain Injury | Attorney Brian White **Table of Contents***[*Expand*]* 1. Warning Signs To Watch For 2. Why Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Cause Neck Pain  3. How An Attorney Can Help After A Traumatic Brain Injury 4. Contact a Houston Personal Injury Lawyer to Help You With Your Claim ![Signs Your Neck Pain Could Be A Traumatic Brain Injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/signs-your-neck-pain-could-be-a-traumatic-brain-injury-300x169.jpg) It’s common for people to experience neck pain after [car crashes](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/) and other accidents. Most of the time, people assume they have suffered a bit of [whiplash](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/whiplash-injury/) and don’t bother getting it checked out. As the days pass, however, the discomfort and stiffness may still be present. That could point to a more serious injury, such as a [traumatic brain injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/brain-injury-lawyer/).  ## Warning Signs To Watch For After being in an accident, there are some signs that can warn you that the neck pain you feel could be more serious than you assumed. Neck pain after hitting your head can result in: - Neck tension  - Sharp pain that doesn’t go away - Weakness, numbness, or tingling in your arms or hands - The sensation of not being able to move or hold your head up - Severe stiffness - Pain when looking in certain directions or performing certain activities Vitally, the most important sign to watch for is worsening symptoms. If you have a mild neck injury like whiplash or other [soft tissue wounds](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/soft-tissue-injury/), the symptoms will typically improve as the days pass and the inflammation decreases. If the opposite is true, then you may be struggling with a traumatic brain injury.  For a legal consultation call [(713) 500-5000](tel:+17135005000) ## Why Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Cause Neck Pain  If you hit your head and suffer a concussion, the chemicals in your [brain will be impacted](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10948337/). This means that the organ won’t be able to function or control the rest of your body as needed. Balance can be affected, for example, leading to compensatory behaviors. You may rely on your back muscles to stabilize yourself, which could [result in neck](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/average-neck-and-back-injury-results-from-car-accidents/) pain.  You may also experience post-concussion syndrome. This refers to symptoms that last for days and even weeks after suffering a traumatic brain injury. You could feel neck pain as well as other musculoskeletal issues.  If you had a pre-existing back or [spinal cord injury](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer/) before the accident, a traumatic brain injury can make it much worse. You may not even realize that you sustained a brain injury because the symptoms are similar to what you were already experiencing. That delays the treatment process.  ## How An Attorney Can Help After A Traumatic Brain Injury You may be entitled to file a claim after experiencing a brain injury because of another party’s negligent conduct. These claims allow you to receive compensation for what you’ve suffered, but they’re not legal options you should undertake on your own. Hiring a [personal injury lawyer](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/) after experiencing head and neck trauma can make the process easier and increase your chances of success.  Your attorney will gather evidence of the accident to show that someone else was responsible for it. They will clearly understand the type of proof needed, and they will [negotiate](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/negotiation-in-personal-injury-cases/) aggressively with insurers to help you receive the compensation you deserve.  Traumatic brain injuries could leave you with lasting issues, so you can’t risk getting a smaller settlement than you need. If your lawyer sees that negotiations aren’t fruitful, they can take the case to court. 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