Painful Conditions That Can Occur Days After a Car Crash
You’ve just been in a car crash and your adrenaline is pumping. You don’t feel any real pain at the moment, don’t think any bones are broken, and you feel lucky to have escaped any serious injuries, so you head home. In a few days though, you begin to notice pain and some strange stiffness in parts of your body. This pain starts to impact your ability to work, enjoy time with family, do the things you love, and live your life. At Veeva Chiropractic, we specialize in treating pain and injuries resulting from a car accident.
Neck and Shoulder Pain
One of the more common injuries that occurs after an accident is whiplash. Rear end collisions are usually the culprit, and these injuries can become more painful with time. The sooner you start receiving treatment, the better. Be sure to seek medical care at the first sign of neck and shoulder pain. As one of the most common injuries that occur after an accident, our Team is extremely knowledgeable and well-equipped to start effective treatment for any neck and shoulder pain.
Low Back Pain
Low back pain is another painful condition that can occur days after a car crash. It also commonly occurs as the result of a rear end collision. It’s possible a ligament, nerve, or muscle was injured during the crash, so seek timely medical care if the pain continues or worsens over the few days following your crash.
Headaches
Headaches after a car crash can be completely benign due to the stress of the accident, but should still warrant a fair amount of caution.
If you are injured in a crash and begin to experience regular headaches afterward, seek medical care. It could be something serious like a blood clot in the brain, an injury to the neck, or even a concussion.
In addition to a headache, other signs of a serious concussion include the following:
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Neck pain
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light
Abdominal Pain or Swelling
This could be a serious sign of internal bleeding and should not be ignored. If not treated promptly, it could be life threatening.
PTSD
Post traumatic stress disorder is quite common after a serious car crash. Victims can have vivid memories of the incident, which may cause nightmares, anxiety about anything that reminds them of the accident, and debilitating flashbacks. While there is no quick fix to PTSD, it is crucial that individuals seek proper counseling for the management of their symptoms.
Numbness and Tingling
Numbness and tingling in the hands and arms can be signs of damage to the spinal column or neck. It could be a herniated disc if you experience the numbing before you feel pain in your back.
You may walk away from a car accident thinking everything is fine, but days or even weeks later you can begin to experience pain, stiffness, headaches, or other concerning symptoms. Don’t ignore them—these are signs your body needs care.
Chiropractic care is one of the most effective and non-invasive treatment options after an auto accident. By addressing injuries to the spine, muscles, and joints, chiropractic care can help relieve pain, restore mobility, and support your body’s natural healing process. Treatments such as spinal adjustments, massage therapy, corrective exercise, and nutritional counseling can make a significant difference in your recovery.
We Accept Oregon PIP Insurance
If you’ve been injured in a crash, you should not have to worry about paying out of pocket for your medical care. In Oregon, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance is included in every auto policy and provides at least $15,000 in coverage for up to 2 years following your accident. These benefits can help cover:
- Chiropractic care for whiplash and accident injuries
- Additional chiropractic services and massage therapy
- Nutritional counseling and corrective exercise
- Lost wages and other accident-related expenses
That means in most cases, treatment comes at $0 out-of-pocket cost* to you. You’ve already paid for this protection through your auto insurance—make sure you use it.
If you’ve been in an accident, contact Veeva Chiropractic today to schedule a chiropractic evaluation. Our team will help you start healing and guide you through the PIP process so you can focus on recovery and getting back to doing the things you love.
