Run-Over Car Accident Leads to Brain Injury
Being run over by a vehicle is one of the most traumatic types of accidents, often resulting in multiple injuries, and among the most serious are Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs).
Even when external injuries appear more severe, brain trauma can go unnoticed in the initial chaos of treatment. Yet the neurological impact can last a lifetime, affecting memory, cognition, and behavior long after the physical wounds have healed.
When a person is struck and run over by a vehicle, the head can sustain both direct and indirect trauma:
Direct impact from the vehicle or the ground can cause skull fractures, contusions, or intracranial hemorrhage.
Acceleration-deceleration forces can lead to diffuse axonal injury (DAI) — a shearing of brain connections caused by sudden movement inside the skull.
Hypoxia, due to chest trauma or bleeding, can further exacerbate brain damage by depriving neurons of oxygen.
These mechanisms explain why even victims without a visible head wound may later develop neurological symptoms.
Common Neurological Symptoms After a Run-Over Injur
A TBI from this kind of accident can present with:
Persistent headaches or dizziness
Confusion, disorientation, or loss of consciousness
Memory problems and difficulty concentrating
Mood or personality changes
Visual disturbances or balance issues
Seizures in severe or delayed cases
Early recognition of these symptoms is essential for preventing long-term neurological decline.
In personal injury litigation, accurate neurological assessment provides critical insight into the extent and mechanism of brain injury.
Understanding how trauma occurred — whether through blunt impact, rotational forces, or hypoxia — is essential for establishing causation, prognosis, and long-term impact.
Comprehensive neurological documentation helps ensure fair outcomes in both medical care and legal resolution.
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Dr. Claudia Muñoz, MD, MPH
Neurologist | Medical Expert Witness
