The Injuries & Evidence Podcast

Why do ligaments take so long to heal and do they heal completely back to 100%? Subfailure of ligaments is found in 84% of patients with whiplash injury to the cervical spine, listen to this solo regarding the research behind M24.28

Explore the realm of personal injury treatment with Dr. Brandon Carter on the newly rebranded "Injuries and Evidence Podcast". Previously known as "Science is the New Sexy", this podcast aims to enlighten legal professionals and patients about the importance of accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans for car crash injuries. Listen as Dr. Carter delves into the issues of opioid addiction, stressing the importance of conservative and alternative treatment methods over the immediate use of drugs and surgery.

The podcast also introduces PI Sciences University, offering an enriching training program for paralegals to become well-versed in human anatomy, physics, and biomechanics related to personal injuries. Learn more about our user-friendly proprietary software, PI Medical Manager, designed to streamline patient treatment plans without legal professionals playing doctor.

Tune in for weekly discussions on research, diagnosis, treatment plans, and more to prepare for fair and reasonable pre-lit settlements. Uncover the truth behind injuries and witness how evidence-based treatment plans can transform personal injury cases.

Whiplash injury without head rotation does more damage to the Capsular Ligament and leads to chronic neck pain. This study is a key component to confirming that facet capsule is one source for chronic neck problems following a rear-end collision.

We review treatment for PTSD options and the outcomes that were published in a peer-reviewed journal....JAMA Psychiatry. You don't want to miss this one!

The Japanese high-speed death roller coaster is shut down due to injuries, how this relates to car crashes and biomechanics, listen to find out!

Lower back strain with injuries may end up being permanent....how is that possible? Listen to this study review.

In his recent podcast, Dr. Brandon Carter dives into the misunderstood world of ligament injuries, specifically focusing on whiplash accidents. He emphasizes that these injuries, often overlooked, can have long-term impacts resulting in chronic pain for patients. Based on his experience, the majority of practitioners fail to fully comprehend instability, leading to misdiagnoses and ineffective treatment plans.

Dr. Carter challenges the common insurance perspective that undermines the severity of whiplash, arguing that it's not just a self-resolving issue. About one-third of acute and subacute injuries like whiplash develop into chronic problems. Speed or vehicle damage are not accurate indicators of injury severity; in fact, instability can result even from accidents at a very low velocity.

Through research findings, the blog highlights that 5% of patients with whiplash injuries can develop significant disability and reduced quality of life, pointing to the need for better understanding of the exact nature of injuries for effective treatment.

Importantly, Dr. Carter explains that ligament injuries are more than just angular or translational instability - they are a sign of ligaments being damaged beyond the body's ability to repair, potentially leading to osteophytes, degeneration, and chronic pain.

He also highlights the need to consider ligament damage when persistent neck pain continues past three to six months. Standard treatments often prove inadequate for such cases. The blog provides a comprehensive understanding of cervical anatomy and discusses conditions related to whiplash-associated disorder, including cervical instability, Baret-Lieu syndrome, concussion, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

The discussion also includes insights into diagnosing instability, understanding angular and translational instability, and recognizing the difference between instability and hypermobility. Crucially, Dr. Carter underscores the need for an evidence-based approach to ligament injuries to improve patient care and treatment outcomes.

Listen to this podcast for a deeper understanding of the complexities and implications of ligament injuries.

Welcome to Science is the new sexy! The show for all who want to study the science that lies behind injuries, today discussing where we came from, why we are here, and where we plan to take this show!