Care after a car accident, starting with a proper examination
After a collision you can walk away feeling shaken but functional, then wake up two days later stiff and sore. The first step is an examination that establishes what was injured and what was not. From there you get an explanation and a plan, and your findings are documented from the start.
Who this page is for
Drivers, passengers and pedestrians involved in a recent collision, including low-speed impacts where the vehicle damage looked minor.
Why people come in
These are reasons patients give for booking. They are not a diagnosis, and only an examination can tell you what is happening in your case.
- Neck stiffness or headache that started within a few days of the crash
- Mid back or low back soreness that is worse getting in and out of the car
- Tingling or numbness into an arm or hand
- Trouble sleeping, or feeling unsettled every time you drive
How the evaluation works
We take a detailed history of the collision itself, then examine movement, joint function and neurological signs. Imaging or referral is arranged when findings indicate it. Your findings and progress are documented in your record.
How we may approach care
Care is conservative and paced to your findings, commonly combining adjustments, soft tissue therapy and graded exercise as symptoms allow. We do not predict how quickly you will recover, and we do not treat around a presentation that needs another specialty.
What a first visit may involve
Expect questions about the crash, an examination, and a clear explanation of what we found. If you need emergency imaging or a medical referral, we will tell you that instead of starting treatment.
Safety and when to seek other care
Loss of consciousness, worsening headache, vomiting, confusion, vision changes, severe neck pain after high-speed impact, or progressive weakness need emergency medical assessment first. We do not give legal advice and we do not make statements about your claim.
Questions patients ask
I feel fine. Should I still be checked?
Symptoms after a collision often appear a day or two later. An examination gives you a baseline either way.
Do you handle the insurance side?
Coverage varies by plan and case type. Call the clinic nearest you and ask before your appointment so nothing is assumed.
Where this care is offered
The clinical explanation above is the same at every clinic. Location links add only what is specific to that clinic.
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Take the first step.
Call the clinic nearest you, or send a request and our team will follow up to agree a time.