MVA

Many individuals refuse to be transported to a hospital or physician’s office for evaluation. This is not a good idea. You may not feel the injury at the time of the accident but the next day the whiplash will become evident. The injury can include TMJ syndrome, concussion, low or mid or thoracic spine pain, headaches, and possibly numbness and tingling in the arms or legs. If you have no current injuries but have had pain in the past, an accident may cause a relapse of an old condition. Research data has proven that even if there is no damage to a vehicle involved in an accident, the occupants of the car more often than not will sustain injuries. Often the symptoms gradually occur days after the collision. The consequences may be devastating. By receiving treatment for any injuries when the accident occurs, you may be in a better position to reduce your pain as well as to have a well-documented case. It is a delicate situation and the sooner you visit a healthcare professional the less likely you are to experience long-term consequences.

We recommend the following steps to follow after an automobile accident:

1. ALWAYS file an accident report with the local police
2. Contact your car insurance company or agent to report the accident and to get educated about your automobile insurance benefits
3. Consult a chiropractor that excels at working with patients involved in MVAs
4. Consider hiring an attorney, especially if the insurance companies or other driver are uncooperative or if your injuries will likely require ongoing care. Your chiropractor will help with this assessment.