Chiropractic Care after a Car Accident

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When you get into a car accident, there is a high risk of injury. While some injuries require little care, others can take more effort to recover from. Having a good chiropractor can help with recovery and get you back in action.

What does a chiropractor do?

Chiropractors focus on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, primarily those related to the spine. They use specialized treatments (like spinal adjustments) to help manage pain, improve mobility, and promote overall health. Spine and neck injuries are common after a car accident, so a chiropractor can help you with these specific issues. To learn more about specific treatments for car accident injuries, click here

Types of Neck Injuries

Chiropractors can help with a wide range of injuries, particularly those related to the musculoskeletal system. While these injuries can come from many sources, some common car accident related ones include:

Back Pain: Car accidents can cause disk issues in the spine and neck. Injuries like acute or chronic lower back pain, herniated discs, or muscle strains are a few examples. If you are in an accident, a chiropractor can help you with these specifically. 
Neck Pain: Muscle strains, tension-related irritation, or whiplash from car accidents. Whiplash occurs from sudden jerking motions, and is the most common car accident injury. 
Headaches and Migraines: Tension headaches, headaches due to neck injuries (like whiplash), and some types of migraines.
Sciatica: Pain that radiates down the leg from the lower back, often caused by a compressed or irritated sciatic nerve. While nerve damage is more common in severe car accidents, a chiropractor can help you recover by providing specific treatments. 
Joint Pain: Pain in joints like the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles, often from overuse or injury.
Postural Imbalances: Issues like rounded shoulders, forward head posture, or scoliosis, which can lead to pain and dysfunction. Injuries to the neck and spine can have lasting effects on posture. After a car accident, your chiropractor can provide spine adjustments to correct any issues.  
Muscle Strains and Sprains: Injuries to muscles and ligaments, often caused by overexertion or improper movement. 
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Do I need one?

When you are in a car accident, you never know just how bad it will be. While some injuries are minor enough to mend on their own, a chiropractor can give you specific advice and treatment if you aren’t sure. Receiving proper care after an injury is key to a full recovery.   

How can I get one?

There are many different chiropractors out there. To know which one is right for you, it is best to get a consultation. To get specific questions answered and the specific care you need, contact us here.  

How much does it cost?

Car accident care varies from case to case. This also means that treatment costs and recovery time will as well. Your chiropractor will create a step by step plan tailored to your specific needs in order to get you recovered as quickly as possible. 

Can I get financial assistance?

If you’ve been in a car accident, your auto insurance may cover chiropractic treatments as part of your medical benefits. Some state auto insurance policies include personal injury protection, which covers medical treatment related to car accident injuries. To know what assistance you qualify for, talk to your insurance provider and chiropractor directly.

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If you are in a car accident, there may be some injuries that are too severe to treat on your own. A good chiropractor can give you the care you need after an accident to make sure you recover as best as you can. To see what a chiropractor can do for you, and to book an appointment, click here

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