A seat belt sign is a characteristic bruising or abrasion across the chest and the abdomen where the seat belt made contact with the body. If the seat belt sign is present, there is a high likelihood of internal injuries. O… See more

Unlike the organs in the chest, abdominal organs are not protected by bones (at least, not the front or the anterior portion). The force of impact can lead to intestinal injuries such as intestinal perforation or ruptured bowel and … See more

Chance fractures are also known as seat belt fractures and are more common in lap-belts than in three-point belts. These result from forceful spine flexion (or bending of the spine towards the abdomen), followed by spine exten… See more

Dr. Escobar, our auto injury and pain management doctor, always tells his patients that even a minor car crash may cause certain injuries that you’re not aware of and, in the long run, may turn out to be serious. Ou… See more