Have you been involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident?
Our specialized approach to treating car accident patients has proven to help heal many of those injured in Ottawa. Our carefully crafted treatment plan includes dealing with your acute pain through chiropractic treatments first, then graduating to physiotherapy sessions for ongoing pain management. Lastly, we provide a home care plan that works for the future.
Common injuries associated with car accidents:
Back pain, whiplash, sprains and strains, carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, TMJ dysfunction, rotator cuff injuries, dizziness and headaches, jaw pain, and neck pain.
Our Plan for Your Recovery
Acute Pain
Our patients find relief with acute pain through chiropractic treatments. Ottawa chiropractic adjustments will help your body heal at a faster rate. That is why we suggest to first start with these then move onto physiotherapy.
Continued Treatments
Insurance Coverage
Insurance does cover a lot for the motor vehicle accidents so make sure you follow the steps to get it covered.
Start the claim process before you first visit our clinic:
1. Report the accident to your insurance company.
2. Claims adjusters will be in contact and inform you how much will you be covered under your policy.
Statutory Accidents Benefits Coverages are provided by law with every auto insurance policy, which will cover the medical care required.
3. The Accident Benefits Application Package must be filled out, and after your claim is reviewed, then the amount of coverage will be decided.
- If you don’t own car insurance: For those who do not hold car insurance, they must go through Ontario’s Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund (MVACF).
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic care is known to help with pain relief and improve mobility by realigning the spine and reducing nerve stress. Studies have shown that chiropractic adjustments can be effective in treating back pain and whiplash, common injuries from car accidents. Consider citing studies like those from the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics that support these claims.
These adjustments help by reducing inflammation, improving joint mobility, and alleviating pain. They are particularly effective for conditions like whiplash and back pain, which can result from the sudden impact of a car accident.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Physiotherapy helps in recovery by improving strength, flexibility, and balance. It is particularly beneficial for soft tissue injuries, which are common in car accidents. Research published in the Physical Therapy Journal can be cited to support the efficacy of physiotherapy in rehabilitation.
This involves exercises and manual therapy techniques to restore function and movement. It is crucial for treating muscle strains, sprains, and other soft tissue injuries. Techniques such as stretching, strengthening exercises, and manual therapy are employed to accelerate recovery.
Injury Descriptions and Treatment Outcomes
- Whiplash: Typically treated with a combination of chiropractic adjustments and physiotherapy. Expected outcomes include reduced pain and improved neck mobility.
- Back Pain: Managed through chiropractic care to realign the spine and physiotherapy to strengthen the back muscles. Patients can expect pain relief and improved posture.
- Sprains and Strains: Physiotherapy is key for these injuries, focusing on restoring strength and flexibility. Recovery involves reducing inflammation and preventing future injuries.
We understand that this can be a stressful and traumatic time. Even if there are no signs of injury after an accident, it is important to get examined by a health care professional. Most injuries from a motor vehicle accident can take a few days or even months to show symptoms, but you should not delays the treatments. Delays can result in chronic pain and other serious health problems.
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Treatments
- Sports Injuries
- Ankle Sprains
- Hamstring Strains
- Shin Splints
- Back & Neck Pain Relief
- Headache Relief
- General Pain & Tingling
Services
- Chiropractic Adjustments
- Spinal Decompression
- Shockwave Therapy
- Acupuncture