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Experiencing Pain from an Accident?
Sometimes we don't know the extent of the injuries that have occurred.
Here's some answers to some commonly asked questions:
Experiencing Pain from an Accident?
Sometimes we don't know the extent of the injuries that have occurred.
Here's some answers to some commonly asked questions:
What injuries are common after a car accident?
A car accident can cause minor or serious injuries. For the most part, people involved in a car accident walk away with minor bumps and bruises, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have a more serious injury. It can sometimes take weeks for you to feel pain as a result of an injury suffered in a car accident.
Common injuries caused by car accidents include:
- Whiplash
- Neck injuries (cervical spine injuries)
- Back injuries (thoracic or lumbar spine injuries)
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Sprains and strains
- Soft tissue injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Headaches or migraines related to the accident
What injuries are common after a car accident?
A car accident can cause minor or serious injuries. For the most part, people involved in a car accident walk away with minor bumps and bruises, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have a more serious injury. It can sometimes take weeks for you to feel pain as a result of an injury suffered in a car accident.
Common injuries caused by car accidents include:
- Whiplash
- Neck injuries (cervical spine injuries)
- Back injuries (thoracic or lumbar spine injuries)
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Sprains and strains
- Soft tissue injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Headaches or migraines related to the accident
When should I seek treatment for my injuries?
If you’re experiencing pain and it’s affecting your quality of life, the integrative medicine team at Reid Physicians Group can help.
They recommend you come in for an evaluation within 14 days of your accident if you have:
- Neck or back pain
- Headaches or migraines
- Shoulder pain
- Knee or joint pain
- Numbness or Tingling sensation
- Muscle weakness or pain
- Ruptured/herniated disc
- Bulging disc
- Sprain or strain
- Whiplash
When should I seek treatment for my injuries?
If you’re experiencing pain and it’s affecting your quality of life, the integrative medicine team at Reid Physicians Group can help.
They recommend you come in for an evaluation within 14 days of your accident if you have:
- Neck or back pain
- Headaches or migraines
- Shoulder pain
- Knee or joint pain
- Numbness or Tingling sensation
- Muscle weakness or pain
- Ruptured/herniated disc
- Bulging disc
- Sprain or strain
- Whiplash
What treatments are available?
The team at Reid Physicians Group specializes in treating patients who’ve been in a car accident and provide a number of treatment options to assist in your recovery. We will give you a thorough assessment, and then likely recommend one of the following:
Medical Care
The medical providers at Reid Physicians Group use a combination of trigger point injections and medical creams or gels to target the area to provide pain relief from the source of the injury.
Chiropractic Care
The chiropractic team at Reid Physicians Group use a combination of traditional and modern techniques to help reduce inflammation, manage pain, and improve function.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation after a car accident at Reid Physicians Group includes physical therapy to improve strength and range of motion while reducing discomfort.
Therapeutic Massage
To help restore your body and reduce pain, therapeutic massage may also be part of your car accident treatment plan.
What treatments are available?
The team at Reid Physicians Group specializes in treating patients who’ve been in a car accident and provide a number of treatment options to assist in your recovery. We will give you a thorough assessment, and then likely recommend one of the following:
Medical Care
The medical providers at Reid Physicians Group use a combination of trigger point injections and medical creams or gels to target the area to provide pain relief from the source of the injury.
Chiropractic Care
The chiropractic team at Reid Physicians Group use a combination of traditional and modern techniques to help reduce inflammation, manage pain, and improve function.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation after a car accident at Reid Physicians Group includes physical therapy to improve strength and range of motion while reducing discomfort.
Therapeutic Massage
To help restore your body and reduce pain, therapeutic massage may also be part of your car accident treatment plan.
How long will it take me to recover from my car accident?
Recovery from a car accident varies and depends on your injury and overall health. But the team at Reid Physicians Group aims to devise the most effective treatment plan to help you recover as quickly as possible. Here are considerations for how quickly you may be able to recover:
- Severity of injuries
- Individual healing ability
- Compliance with treatment plan
- Rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Emotional well-being
- Overall lifestyle habits
- Social support system
- Occupational considerations
- Prioritizing self-care
- Monitoring progress and adjusting expectations
How long will it take me to recover from my car accident?
Recovery from a car accident varies and depends on your injury and overall health. But the team at Reid Physicians Group aims to devise the most effective treatment plan to help you recover as quickly as possible. Here are considerations for how quickly you may be able to recover:
- Severity of injuries
- Individual healing ability
- Compliance with treatment plan
- Rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Emotional well-being
- Overall lifestyle habits
- Social support system
- Occupational considerations
- Prioritizing self-care
- Monitoring progress and adjusting expectations