Hope you're on the mend real soon, BtB. The car can be replaced, you cannot be!

All this awesome DUagic dust plus muscle relaxers and codeine are helping.

Hopefully you have someone close by to give you some TLC.
We're here!

Give him a high-five from us.

what I came out of it with was: OK, so why am I still alive, when I could have so easily died? Is there a reason I'm on this earth? (That part of post-serious accident is rather freaky.) Enjoy counting your blessings (as we will) that you are still among us!

I was lucky. Feeling sore and very blessed today.

and expect it to get worse. The pain can be unbearable at times.

A whole new muscle group of pain today.

And the pain can be very intense at times. Don’t spend too much time on your feet. Give your back the rest it needs WHEN it needs it.

Totaling your car and banging yourself up is indeed a very stressful thing to have happen!
You're going to feel like hell for a bit, physically and mentally. Hang in there. Things will get better!

Todays day 3 and im very very sore. I'm trying to count my blessings, but every so often my brain goes and I panic thinking of how bad it could have been.

Take it easy for some days. You might be sore a while.

Glad you’re okay!

How have you been?

It’s scary as hell! Be sure to take good care of yourself and don’t let lingering symptoms go unchecked. I’m sorry you went through that, but SO glad you and the other driver will be ok.

I hope also that all the insurance issues go smoothly and you get on the road soon. Best wishes blacktoblue.

Very sore today. I early voted, so at least I don't have to venture the poll lines tomorrow.

they may have saved your lives.

We're very glad you and the other driver are ok... but one small point. Air bags were a government mandated solution. Just say'n. The auto companies tried to block it but couldn't because the government forced the issue.

"Live free or die" i guess they choose the latter and the first is just about freedom of corporations to exploit you and me not about true human freedom, it's about thier "freedom" not ours. The Republicans confuse the two. Just noticing...

I was hit midhood to drivers side. The bag did not employ.

I would have expected that would have triggered it!

Glad you are OK. Take a few days to just feel better. You'll likely have PTSD about it for awhile. I had an accident (in which everyone was OK too but both cars were totalled.) and I did.

Cars can be replaced, people cannot.

Very scary, but very lucky too! I'm really sore today.
But I'm in this weird "happy" and content mood.

all the safety features worked. You are still alive with only minor injuries. Although the whiplash should be taken seriously. I hope you see a Dr soon to treat it.

I'm gonna miss the old Sentra.

I would suggest you go get checked anyway even if you think you are just bruised. Sometimes, you can end up with llong term lingering injuries like back problems and the like if it's not taken care of.

Getting ahold of my neurologist today for follow-up. Sore but still kickin!

I've always made a joke that I have the best "worst" luck. Always end up in bad situations, but always with the best possible outcomes.

One of the effects of a collision is the huge adrenaline release, and the shock. Sending you some warmth and caring.

follow up with your MD. Sometimes bruises can go deep and not be detected at skin level, but injure internal organs. If you suddenly develop an insatiable thirst, get to the ER. It means you've got an internal bleed. Anti-inflammatories work wonders, as do heating pads. But be aware of anything abnormal.

Rest and be well. We need you.

I've got cotton mouth from muscle relaxers.

need to and shake it out or pound out all that trauma (maybe go online and find out how to reduce the psychological trauma). Belly breath. Take care.

The irony of this is that I was actually mentally and physically prepared....

I was diagnosed with PTSD two years ago and have spent alot of time with a great counselor.

I also have premature degenerate disc disease and have been through many rounds of physical therapy for my back and neck.

I'm going through so many emotions and physical pains, but I have this odd déjà vu feeling. Everything seems surreal. (Could be the Tylenol 3 lol)

Sorry bout your car being totaled.

I went to the scrap yard to get my stuff out yesterday. She was a good car..

Take care of yourself. Please keep a careful and watchful eye on your injuries. Sending healing DU vibes your way, backtoblue.

I'm in good spirits. I was canvassing locally that day and I'm bummed that im gonna be out of commission election day. I'm just happy I walked away with minimal injuries.

Are you sure the Russians didn't send that kid to "impact the election"? Glad you're not hurt worse.

The other driver’s insurance replaced my car with a new one.

I'm doing better. I didn't move off my couch for the first couple days after. Still sore.

Still talking to the insurance company. They've put me in a rental car. It's too smart for me...

Seriously, I've never driven a new age car with all the screens and electronic stuff. And it's weird not to have an actual key to start it.

Hope you have a great day!

I'm glad you're not badly hurt, but I'm sure you'll be sore.

Sorry about the totaled car. My car is a 2002 Hyundai with only about an $800-$1100 blue book value. I should be saving for a new one, but I have more pressing bills; I'd be devastated if it got totaled.

Lots of people don't walk away from a head-on crash. I'm glad you were one of them.

I didnt have any credit and had to buy my car at a used car lot that overprices, but they approved me for a loan I could afford.

I've got a rental for right now.

You're ok !!

The boy is ok and was able to play in his basketball tournament this weekend.

My son is almost 15 and will be driving next year. It scares the hell out of me!

Take an Aleve and stay home.

I was hurting EVERYWHERE for a few days, but getting better.

Hope you have a great day today!

magic dust. Use it all up. Oh yea, and see a doctor again in a few days.

Today I woke up to big snowflakes falling! I'm feeling better, thanks to muscle relaxers and nauseating pain meds.

Thanks for the magic dust!

...sorry for the loss of your car...

She was a good little car.

I early voted, thank goodness! I didn't move from the couch for a few days.

I hope you aren't in too much pain tomorrow.

Peace

I'm managing pretty well this week.

I've got the BEST worst luck... Lol

Tuesday, you'll feel better!

I'm on the mend. Will be back to causing trouble in no time!

....by a guy driving a customer's car (he just did some bodywork on the car and was using it to drive home)

I wound up running the race the next morning anyway!

After the shock and adrenaline wore off, I felt like I was hit by a truck...

Getting better every day though!

I know from having whiplashes several different times.

Had a concussion and a headache that is lingering.

Taking it as easy as I can and I'm just glad I (or the boy) didn't get seriously hurt.

The soreness will not really set in until at least the third day. You could even have a concussion from the whiplash. Be very careful about nausea, dizziness, or any other possible signs of a concussion. If you need to get an MRI of your back, please do so! I hope the young driver had insurance. I am very glad it wasn't worse. I am so sorry about your car!

Prayers for a speedy recovery for the both of you!

Whiplash, concussion, neck and back strain.

Still sore and still have a headache, but I'm counting my blessings right now.

I see my neurologist Friday for follow-up.

Don't rush your recovery, and be sure to follow the doctor's orders regarding a neck brace or any other help that you may need.

seriously hurt, backtoblue!

You both were so lucky!

I'm doing better. Dealing with insurance is a pain

I am so sorry, my friend! Early in my driving career I was hit by a guy in a hurry who ran a red light - and though my passenger and I were okay, I had whiplash, too. Be sure and see a doctor to deal with your symptoms - and to make sure nothing's overlooked. Thanks for checking in and be good to yourself...

Doing better this week.

I miss my MIRT friends and my little red folder. You guys did an excellent job during midterms!

How have you been doing?

Does the other driver have insurance and stuff? Have you driven since the accident? How does that feel for you?

I was in a moderately bad accident back in 2012 (no one was injured, but it totaled both vehicles) For a few months I would tense up whenever I came up on a situation similar to the one that caused the accident (someone making left turn in front of me)

I'm in a rental right now and getting back behind the wheel was hard.

And I've never driven one of these new cars that don't have a key. It took me 20 minutes to figure out the radio and I had to ask a gas station clerk to figure out how to open the gas door (embarrassing)

Even riding with someone, I tense when cars pull out.

Overall, I'm on the mend though!

You will probably feel worse tomorrow and the next day.
Be sure to get x-rays to make sure nothing broke, and if it's still bad in a couple of weeks get them again; hairline fractures don't always show until they calcify.
Assuming no fracture, I recommend seeing a chiropractor right away to loosen up the whiplash. My first couple of accidents I waited a while on this. Next one I went same day - huge difference.
Massage therapy also helps tremendously to stop muscle spasms; if insurance won't cover then ask for physical therapy.
Something like Deep Blue for muscle rubs can help.

Feel better but I'm glad it wasn't a lot worse!

You were so right about the following few days of hell. I stayed on the couch and was REALLY sore. Muscle relaxers help.

I'm doing better this week. Going back to the neurologist on Friday for a follow-up.

Muscle relaxers do help. I couldn't really take them as they'd knock me out for 12-14 hours, so couldn't work. Nowadays when I have flareups of muscle spasms that I still get now and then, I just have a glass of wine, a natural muscle relaxant, to get to sleep.

Try a massage if you haven't already.

So happy to hear that you are ok. Hope you can rest up and the whiplash and strains heal quickly.

I'm doing better this week. Still sore, but getting around.

one good thing about cars now days, they are pretty safe, much improved. I have only been in one accident as an adult, not my fault, got torpedoed by a little old lady

Torpedoed! Lmao

Glad you survived the elderly ambush!

I survived a kid torpedo. I'm on the mend!

Back in 1980 I was driving a Gremlin, and was hit head on by a Buick.

I had my seat belt on, but no shoulder belt, and my head flew forward and smashed the steering wheel.

Concussion, lost some teeth, broken jaw, smashed nose and I ended up needing a trach tube.

It's 38 years later, and I still suffer some effects, like chronic headaches.

I'm so glad you survived that. Sounds scary and painful as hell!

Please follow up and let us know how you ate progressing!

I'm doing better this week. Sore, but healing.

Dealing with insurance is a pain in the ass though.

I'm glad that you weren't more seriously hurt. I'd keep a supply of ibuprofen, Tiger Balm, or substitutes at close hand, you're going to need them. Day three might have an unexpected "hello" for you, body pain-wise.

Most importantly, listen to your body, as it definitely will attempt to "talk" to you. Hear what it is trying to tell you; it's the truth! Don't assume that things will work themselves out on their own (but do be positive and believe that they will). Get the additional medical attention you need, whether that's x-rays, MRI's, massage / physical therapy, you name it. Ask about a good chiropractor or someone in a similar discipline. And reach out to friends, like you've done here, early and often. You never know how much some folks know about some things and you never realized it.

Lastly, don't worry (well, at least too much) about that totaled car. I know, easy for me to say. The way I would look at it, is "Thank you good 'ole car, for saving my life. You did your job!".

Be well ....

Some good advice for our own backtoblue here. Thanks for posting these ideas. And YES, reach out to friends, like you've done here. It's good medicine.

These things ARE survivable, fortunately enough.

It’s good to be here! Thanks for the welcome ....

I will miss little Sentra. She did her job of protecting me.

May she be crushed and turned into a Lexus...

Take some time to heal. You could be hit with a delayed emotional reaction. Happed to me once.

It's still surreal. The boy was able to play in his basketball game that night. I was more worried about him than myself. Hope he learned to pay attention.

Sending good hoodoo by the boatload!

Thanks!

Recommending calimary's Good Hoodoo for everyone!

That sucks

I'm getting better. Taking it easy and cuddling with my dog and kitty has worked wonders! Add all the magic dust and I'll be good as new soon...

Years ago a 18 wheeler turned in front of me at night with no lights on , and it totaled my new car , and it took about 6 months to recover from the wreck but was ok. Brings back memories of it now. Good to hear no one was badly hurt.

I'm so glad you recovered from your wreck!

I'm pretty uncomfortable being in a car now. I tense up when other cars pull out.

I was in a T-bone accident at an intersection a couple years ago. It was a frightening, earth-shaking experience I would never wish on anyone (except Trump and a bunch of his goons).

Thank you KPN!

Thanks Mal!!

I woke up this morning and it was snowing!
Big, beautiful flakes. It's not cold enough to stick, but it was a nice surprise.

Sending good vibes for healing energy!

That's the good news. Glad you're okay.

And thought I wasn't hurt. 3 days latter I was having MRI's done on my lower back for the tear that no one knew was there.

I'm still dealing with it and most likely will be for the rest of my life.

I was still paying on my car. I already have degenerate disc disease and I'm making an appt to see my neurologist this week. No break in bones, but the torn muscles really make my already painful back pretty darn exacerbated.

treat them like candy treats you can't overdose.

I wasn't able to get it, but thanks for the recommendation. Chamomile and lavender tea has been cozy and helping with my nerves.

impact. It's terrifying.

I think if I hadnt, he would've hit me in my driver's door and that could have been WAY worse.

I remember seeing the truck, hitting brake, sliding, then nothing until a guy was prying my door open.

There's a pic in my update.

Glad to hear you are okay and the other driver is as well.

Me too

Please see a doctor, records notes, Please do not sign any insurance papers or agree to anything without consulting council first. I hope you feel better soon. Get some rest.

Magic dust received!

I'm feeling a bit better this week. The first few days were awful. Turns out I had a concussion even though I (don't think) I hit my head.

I'm in a rental car until they get it worked out. Dealing with insurance sucks!

whiplash can cause debilitating injury which is masked by the immediate pain caused by the crash.

Weeks later you could be turning your head with your arm raised or something and feel " a twinge "... happened to me and now it hurts every time I put on a T-shirt or sweatshirt or anything pull over.

Follow-ups this week and after Thanksgiving.

Still sore and battling a persistent headache, but im doing better .

Be careful with that whiplash. I got one from the first time I was rear-ended in Los Angeles years ago. And then I was rear ended twice again in the following 3 years. Every time I got stressed for years it would spasm and I'd be back on muscle relaxants. I eventually saw a chiropractor who treated professional athletes in L.A. and he told me the best thing to keep it loose was walking. I've been walking for exercise ever since and after I started doing that it rarely went into spasm again on me.

So sorry about your car. Hope you don't have insurance hassles getting it replaced. Take care of yourself!