Car Accident Chiropractor in Florida
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE CAN
TREAT AN AUTO ACCIDENT INJURY
The World Health Organization estimates that road crashes leave between 20 and 50 million people with non-fatal injuries every year, so if you were hurt in a car accident, you are not alone. Common or not, it still matters that you take care of yourself after a crash.
That means as soon as you take care of the issue at hand, such as collecting evidence about the scene and filing a police report, you need to be checked for injuries. Increasingly, more and more people are choosing chiropractors to take care of their initial check and to treat a good many of their injuries.
At Spine and Injury Associates in Florida, our chiropractic staff throughout our eight locations specializes in pain management for a variety of injuries and medical conditions. We are proud to serve Florida including Orlando, Altamonte Springs, Kissimmee, Haines City, Plant City, Ocala, Fort Myers, and Jacksonville.
Why Chiropractic is a Good First Choice After an Auto Accident
If you are in an accident, you may not feel injured right away, and it can be tempting to try to get back to your life and deal with the damage done to your vehicle. However, getting checked for injuries is important, because adrenaline masks several injuries that you may start feeling later. At Spine and Injury Associates, a full exam can uncover injuries you may not feel yet, including soft tissue strains, back injuries and neck injuries such as whiplash. In most cases, we are able to follow through with treatment for your injuries but will refer you to another doctor if that is necessary. Either way, it is important to establish as a strong connection between an accident and an injury, in order to have the strongest possible case with the insurance company or any personal injury case you may choose to file.
Auto Injuries Commonly Treated
Chiropractic can help with many of the injuries commonly associated with car accidents, as well as pain management for sports injuries, work injuries, and various medical conditions.
- Soft Tissue Injuries – Soft tissues are commonly hurt when someone is in an auto accident, and are often felt in the extremities, including the hands and feet. What might start as soreness, can become a bigger problem if it is not attended to, leading to more consistent aches and a possible loss of mobility.
- Back Injuries – Treating back injuries are probably what chiropractors are most famous for, and plenty of these originate out of car accidents, including lower back pain or sciatic nerve pain that travels down the leg.
- Neck injuries – including whiplash, are also very common and are among the most likely to have a delayed onset. Not only is it better for insurance purposes to determine if whiplash is present, but it also makes the recovery from those injuries go more smoothly.
What does a car accident chiropractor do?
A car accident chiropractor examines your spine, joints and soft tissues after a crash, records what they find, and builds a care plan for injuries like whiplash and back strain. If your exam shows something that needs imaging, a specialist or emergency care, we refer you out.
| When to come in | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Within 14 days of the crash | Florida PIP only pays medical benefits if you get initial care within 14 days. See the 14-day rule. |
| When pain shows up a day or two later | Neck and back pain from a crash often starts after adrenaline wears off |
| Even if you feel fine | Some injuries, like whiplash, can have a delayed onset |
Go to the ER first if you have severe head pain, confusion, chest pain, or weakness or numbness in an arm or leg.
Do you accept PIP for car accident care?
Yes. We accept Florida PIP insurance for auto accident care. If another driver caused the crash, ask us about a letter of protection.
Your Pain Management Solution in Florida
If you have been in an auto accident, or are experiencing aches and pains for any reason, there is a good chance that a chiropractor can help. Spine And Injury Associates is located in eight communities throughout Florida including Orlando, Altamonte Springs, Kissimmee, Haines City, Plant City, Ocala, Fort Myers, and Jacksonville. Call us at 407-434-PAIN (7246) or request an appointment online. Hurt in a car accident? Florida PIP only pays medical benefits if you get initial care within 14 days of the crash. Learn how the Florida 14 day rule works.
Car accident guides for Florida drivers
- Florida PIP 14 day rule explained
- What to do after a car accident in Florida
- When to see a chiropractor after a car accident
- What an auto injury doctor does
- Letter of protection for chiropractic care in Florida
- Common car accident injuries chiropractic can help
- How long whiplash lasts
- Whiplash treatment
Ready to feel better? Book your visit today.
8 clinics from Jacksonville to Fort Myers. We accept PIP insurance for auto accident care.