What to do if you have injuries from an Auto Accident
What to do if you have injuries from an Auto Accident
You are not alone if you are suffering from auto accident injuries. Millions of car accidents occur every year. Though there is no way of knowing how many total collisions occur. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that more than 9.7 million vehicles were involved in police-reported car accidents during 2012 alone. Though most collisions are non-fatal, even the slightest fender benders can cause a personal injury.
One of the most important steps you can take after an auto accident is visiting your chiropractor for comprehensive evaluation. Even the slightest fender-benders can cause joint misalignments and underlying soft tissue injuries.
Such as muscle strains from gripping the steering wheel to whiplash. These injuries may progress to pain and other complications if not addressed and treated right away.
Did you know…
If you found yourself in a car crash, would you know what to do in the moments shortly after impact? The first step is to remain calm and assess the situation around you. If possible, exit your vehicle to a safe location away from the road.
If you or someone else involved in the collision is injured, call 9-1-1; otherwise, call the police. If your vehicle is not drivable, you may need to call a towing service to remove it from the roadway.
If the car crash was severe, you may need to visit a local hospital for medical attention. Medical treatment will ensure you have not suffered any injuries resulting in any broken bones, head injuries, internal bleeding or life-threatening types of injuries to your internal organs common in a car accident. Then, contact your personal injury lawyer and insurance company to begin working through the legalities and financial circumstances surrounding the automobile accident.
Also, be aware of psychological injuries, such as post-traumatic stress disorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am not hurting. Why should I visit a chiropractor after an auto accident?
Not all injuries cause pain, soreness or muscle stiffness - at least not right away. Often it can take many days, weeks or even months for signs to appear, which may worsen over time. Common car accident injuries are easier to treat when they are new before scar tissue has a chance to develop. Chiropractors can pinpoint underlying injuries in an auto accident patient and begin treatment to prevent future complications.
What types of symptoms might indicate an injury after a collision?
Though not all injuries are painful right away, many do cause obvious pain symptoms in the hours and days after an accident. Signs of a possible injury include:
- Muscle stiffness
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Reduced Range of Motion
- Arm, Shoulder or Knee Pain
- Dizziness
- Vision Changes
- Numbness and Tingling, possibly from a herniated disc irritating the spinal cord or nerves
How can a chiropractor treat auto accident injuries?
Chiropractors utilize various techniques to realign the spine and joints of your body into their ideal position. Over time, treatments can eliminate pain, reduce swelling and enable the body to heal itself.
Chiropractic focuses on treating the root cause of the injury, rather than just the symptoms. Many patients who seek chiropractic help are able to spare themselves years of future pain and limitation. They do this simply by getting treatment for auto accident injuries as early as possible.
The post What to do if you have injuries from an Auto Accident appeared first on All Seasons Full Body Chiropractic Center, LLC.
Posted In:
Chiropractic Care
Articles
