Auto Injury
It is important to not settle your claim until a qualified and reputable doctor with experience in low impact and soft tissue injuries does a proper examination. Every day thousands of Americans are involved in auto accidents. The majority either never have their injuries diagnosed properly or receive inappropriate care.
You should be examined immediately. Waiting too long can increase your chance of developing muscle stiffness, decreased range of motion, and long term damage and chronic pain from the injury. It could also make it more difficult for you to get the settlement that you deserve. Back pain and neck pain from acute injuries to the spine or soft tissue are common in patients who were involved in a car accident.
Common Auto Accident Injuries
The effects of a car crash can range from cuts or scrapes to permanent disability depending on the force of impact. The following is a list of common injuries.
- Whiplash
- Concussions
- Contusions
- Back injuries
- Herniated discs
- Seat belt injuries
- Spinal fractures
- Chest or leg injuries
- Muscle strains or sprains
Symptoms you might experience include:
- Muscle stiffness
- Headache
- Back and Neck Pain
- Numbness and Tingling
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Muscle Spasms
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Memory Loss
- Difficulty Concentrating
- Post-accident Fear of Driving
Non-Obvious Auto Injuries
Some auto injuries may not be apparent or cause symptoms right away but have the potential to cause chronic pain or loss of mobility. They include whiplash or neck sprain, traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion, spinal fractures, damaged discs, and pinched nerves. Symptoms may take days, weeks, or even months to appear. If left untreated, these underlying injuries may increase the risk of invasive surgery and reduce your chance of receiving personal injury compensation.
Diagnosing Car Crash Injuries
The doctors will utilize the latest technology when evaluating you for visible and non-obvious injuries. They will assess you for common symptoms such as pain, swelling, inflammation, joint deformity, stiffness, dizziness, and headaches. A digital X-ray may also be performed to assess the spine for misalignment or musculoskeletal injuries.
Auto Accident Injury Treatment
Your personalized treatment plan will be designed to relieve pain, speed up recovery, reduce long-term damage, and increase mobility. We achieve this through a variety of non-invasive chiropractic methods.
- Spinal Adjustments: The manual or Pro-Adjuster spinal adjustment technique is used to correct vertebral misalignment in the neck, upper, or lower back spine. It works by taking the pressure off the discs, joints, and nerves. Adjustments effectively relieve pain, reduce inflammation, stop nerve interference, and improve joint function.
- Soft Tissue Therapies: Ultrasound, and electric stimulation help to improve the results of adjustments. These therapies assist in muscle healing and repair, enhance circulation, and increase flexibility.
- Rehabilitation: Corrective exercises rebuild and strengthen core muscles and prevent recurring pain once you resume everyday activities. The doctors may also encourage you to practice good posture to reduce stress or injury to the spine.