Did
you know that one of the most stressful aspects of living in modern
life is dealing with the problems that arise after an auto accident?
Were you also aware that some auto accident injuries are hidden and are
seldom detected for months or even years? As a result, two things can
occur when an injury is not taken care of properly, or the accident
victims settle their case with the insurance companies before getting
evaluated from a Doctor trained in soft tissue injuries.
... This Could Be A Big Mistake.
Why? Because once you settle your case, you lose the right to have your
insurance company pay for treatment if you need it. A good rule of
thumb is to be informed of your rights and then make a decision. It is
our position that if you were indeed injured, you should get the care
you need to get you back to the way you felt and functioned just before
the accident.
It is not the responsibility of the insurance
company to pay for anything more than that. They are not responsibile
for pre-existing injuries; only the injuries sustained from the
accident. Even if you are just sore, you should get checked out
immediately because you may experience pain, numbness, headaches,
muscle stiffness, fatigue, and other problems including arthritis many
months down the road. Remember, nothing is more important than your
health, especially when you start to lose it.
Here's where the
problem begins... Most people who suffer from an auto accident have one
thing on their mind: their automobile!
Common questions include:
* "Who is going to fix my car?"
* "What will I drive in the mean time?"
* "Will my insurance rates go up?"
* "Who is going to pay for it?"
* And the last thing on their mind is: "Am I Really O.K.?"
Not only are auto accidents an inconvenience and a hassle, a common
redundant complaint of auto accident victims is that they don't feel
like their normal selves. You may also be experiencing obvious pains
and symptoms like muscle stiffness or spasm, neck pain, headaches,
numbness and tingling, back pain, difficulty sleeping, irritability,
memory loss, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and many other
difficulties. Or worse than that, you may be injured and feel nothing
at all.
As a matter of fact...
* If you have been in an auto accident, you need a doctor who is
trained in the biomechanics of the human body; someone who treats these
injuries every day. In addition,x-rays can be taken to find out if
there has been any structural damage. In our office, we evaluate auto
accident victims and make any appropriate referrals to other health
care providers if needed.
* Our primary responsibility is giving
you the care if you need It, and submitting the required medical
reports to the insurance company so your rights are protected.
If we can't help you, we will refer you to a doctor or facility that can.
If
you have been in an auto accident recently, there are some important
decisions you have to make, and if I were you, I'd make these decisions
very carefully.
* Q: Should I See An Attorney Before I See My Chiropractor?
A: It is important to get checked out by the doctor first. That way the
findings from your exam will allow you the information you need in
order to decide if an attorney is necessary. If necessary, we can refer
you to a reputable and qualified attorney.
* Q: What If My Car Sustained Only Minor Damage?
A: Documented studies done by Charles Carroll, M.D., Paul McAtee, M.D.
and Lee Riley, M.D. revealed that: "The amount of damage to the
automobile bears little relation to the force applied to the cervical
spine (neck) of the occupants."
In other words, the damage to the passengers is not necessarily directly related to the damage to the vehicle.
* Q: I've Been To The Hospital And My Medical Doctor, Do I Really Need to See a Chiropractor?
A: You need a doctor who focuses in the treatment and diagnosis of auto
accident injuries. Usually hospitals will check vital signs, make sure
there are no life-threatening conditions and release the patient with
pain relief medication. They normally do not treat the underlying
improper musculoskeletal biomechanics that can and often do lead to
future pain. If you are still having problems, you should get a second
opinion.
If your M.D. has given you pills, you must understand
that pills do not correct structural or soft tissue damage. There are
special therapies designed for that, and we offer these modalities at
our office.
* Q: Is The Care Safe?
A: Yes, extremely. Particularly when compared to the side effects from medication.