What To Do Immediately After A Cycling Accident?

If you have been involved in a cycling accident, you may experience shock and disorientation at the scene. Depending on the extent of the collision, there may be other persons and/or vehicles involved. It's important to take care of your own safety first. If you are able to, then try to move away from the road and out of the path of others. Sit down, focus on your breathing and take time to process what has happened.

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If an ambulance has been called to the scene of the accident then you will be transported immediately to hospital. If there is no ambulance then seek medical attention at the earliest available time, whether this is from your GP surgery or a local hospital. If you have sustained a fracture or hit your head as a result of the collision, it is likely that you will require x-rays, an MRI or CT scan. Try to provide medical staff with as much information about your injuries as possible so that you are triaged