yeah my first accident involved airbags hitting my face square on. My hearing was affected for about a week and my face was burned and swelled...all that for a 15-20 mph frontal collision..gotta love 1st gen airbags
I, too hate them, especially being a short chick. My airbag light is currently on in my 94, and I HOPE it means the airbag is broken

Gotta get that checked out. Hope you feel better soon!
Belle