Minor injuries can be classified as either injuries to the soft tissues or minor psychological or psychiatric injuries. The soft tissue injuries typically consist of muscular strains, sprains, or can be described similarly to whiplash. Injuries that are considered psychological or psychiatric minor injuries include acute stress or adjustment disorders. Essentially, minor injuries are differentiated from serious injuries in that they do not carry the risk of leading to serious long-term effects that would significantly diminish the overall quality of life or lead to death. The difference of minor versus major injuries can also be classified based on the impact that the injury sustains on your well-being and life. Minor injuries can be painful and require treatment, but will not be life-threatening or be a risk to your long-term mobility and survival.