Auto Accidents in Waterloo
You were sitting at an intersection and suddenly you look in your rear view mirror just as a car behind you skids into the back of your car. You didn’t realize it at the time but that split second just before the slow impact you brace yourself, tightening your neck, shoulders and back.
Hidden Damage
It’s tempting to minimize your injuries because your car has sustained little or no damage. You will be asked by the police at the accident scene if you are alright and in many cases you will be shaken but not experiencing a lot of pain. Research shows that occupants can be injured considerably more than what you’d expect from a dented fender or a broken taillight.
The Family Doctor or Emergency Room
If you visit the emergency room, x-rays may be taken and you may be sent home or advised to see your family doctor (general practitioner-G.P.) because you don’t have any broken bones. You might get a prescription to reduce the muscle spasms caused by structural changes in your neck or back. If you do see your G.P. they may recommend physiotherapy, chiropractic or massage therapy. (You don’t need to see your G.P. first as they have limited tools to correct structural and soft tissue injuries. And you don’t need a referral to see a physiotherapist or chiropractor). When we see you at our office we carefully assess your condition and provide treatment options because we deal with physiotherapists and massage therapists specializing in soft tissue injuries.
Common Questions
Why do I have pain in my arms and hands?
Why did my headaches start more than a week after my accident?
We Can Help
Whether it was a little incident in the parking lot, or two cars attempting to occupy the same space in an intersection, you need people who know how to work with lawyers and insurance companies.
If you’ve been in a car accident, give Martin Chiropractic Clinic a call. We’ve been through this many times. Not only can we usually offer drug-free care, we can give you the correct treatment that will prevent it from relapsing or becoming a chronic condition.
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