Car Accident Injuries

What are common car accident injuries?

Whiplash is the most common and well-known injury that can result from a car accident. This injury happens when your head moves back and forth rapidly, just like the cracking of a whip. Whiplash most often occurs when you have been rear-ended in a car collision.

Many other injuries can result from a car crash, including:

• Herniated disc
• Spinal injury
• Neck Pain
  
• Lower Back Pain

If left untreated, these injuries will become progressively worse. The team at White Integrated Health Clinics carefully evaluates your condition and initiates timely treatment so you can get back to your normal life as quickly and safely as possible.

How do I know if I have whiplash?

Neck pain and stiffness are the most common symptoms of whiplash. Other common whiplash symptoms include:

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Reduced range of motion in the neck
• Upper back or shoulder pain
• Tingling in the arms
• Difficulty sleeping

Most of the time, symptoms of whiplash develop within 24 hours after the car accident. However, this is not always the case. Sometimes, several weeks or months pass before you begin to notice whiplash symptoms.

Delayed onset of whiplash symptoms can cause people to hold off seeking medical care. However, failure to receive prompt treatment for whiplash can lead to permanent damage.

What should I do if I think I have a car accident injury?

Even if you don’t feel any pain or symptoms, you should schedule an appointment at White Integrated Health Clinics as soon as possible after a car crash. The expert team thoroughly evaluates your condition and reviews your medical history.

After they provide an accurate diagnosis of your condition, the team at White Integrated Health Clinics develops an individualized treatment plan for your optimal recovery. Depending on your specific condition, treatment can include:

• Chiropractic care
• Physical therapy
• Acupuncture
• Trigger point injections
• Joint injections

If you need to file a personal injury claim, the professional team at White Integrated Health Clinics ensures you have all the documentation required.

If you have been in a car accident, don’t hesitate to call White Integrated Health Clinics or book an appointment online today.