Chiropractic and medical come together to provide care for auto injuries.

Each car accident has unique factors that can have a wide range of biomechanical impacts on the body and affect each person uniquely, requiring a personalized approach to developing treatment plans.

Diagnostic studies may be required for the less obvious injuries or a referral to a neurologist or orthopedic specialist. We work closely with the medical community to ensure prompt referrals, all handled by our injury care team.

Injuries sustained in car accidents can last a lifetime.

Car crashes generate different forces, including acceleration, deceleration, and collision(s). These forces can result in severe injuries to the human body, including:

• Injury to the ligaments that provide stability to spinal joints, unstable joints become arthritic over time.

• Muscle tearing can limit flexibility and range of motion, leading to the development of trigger points.

• Irritation and or compression of the spinal cord and spinal nerves.

• Disc injury can compress the spinal cord and nerves.

The most common symptoms include:

• Headaches at the base of the skull may radiate to the temporal region and into the eyes.

• Jaw pain worsened by chewing.

• Neck pain -that can radiate to either or both arms and hands.

• Shoulder pain.

• Upper back pain.

• Low back pain that may radiate to the legs and toes.

• Hip – buttock pain.

• Knee pain.

It is vital to seek immediate care after your accident!

After a car accident, seeking medical attention as soon as possible is crucial, even if you don’t feel hurt or have any visible injuries. Getting immediate medical evaluation can detect and treat injuries that are not immediately apparent.

The Benefits of an Integrated Approach.

• Improved communication: Ensures accurate information exchange, reduces errors, enhances treatment coordination, and fosters a collaborative approach to patient care.

• Holistic approach: Combining chiropractic care and medical services provides a well-rounded and comprehensive treatment plan.

• Enhanced pain relief: The combination of chiropractic adjustments and medical interventions can provide more effective pain management.

• Faster recovery: Integrating chiropractic care with medical treatments can speed healing.

• Long-term wellness: Combining chiropractic care with medical services can help address the root causes of health issues, promoting long-term wellness.

• Timely referrals if required: Our staff does all the work if you need diagnostic studies such as MRI or if a second opinion is indicated.

Your life has been interrupted enough due to your accident! So what about a virtual care solution?

Say goodbye to unnecessary trips to the office with the help of our Integrated Care and Virtual Care Department. We’ll coordinate your care so you can focus on getting back on track.

Car accidents are a stressful time and certainly interrupt your schedule and routine. With a Virtual Care Platform, you can manage your care on the schedule that fits your life, so the healing process is not interrupted!

Some final thoughts:

It’s estimated that 2-3 million Americans experience whiplash each year. The data suggests that as many as half may experience ongoing, chronic symptoms lasting longer than a year.

Unfortunately, some patients have come to us as the last choice or out of desperation. Do not become a statistic; make us your first call if you have been involved in a car accident.

If you don’t seek an evaluation within 14 days of your accident, by Florida state law, you lose out on important benefits that could put your health and finances at risk.

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Pavlik Center for Health & Wellness: We offer comprehensive wellness care services including chiropractic care, massage therapy, exercise therapy, acupuncture, and nutritional support. Our mission is to not only treat and relieve pain, but also to enhance all aspects of your health.