So you've been in a car accident and have consulted a doctor (medical doctor and/or chiropractor) due to either some minor or major injuries sustained. The question naturally arises, how will these medical expenses get paid? Regardless of who was guilty or at fault you will be required to gather all your medical bills and submit them to your...
Car accidents are often much more traumatic to the body than we initially consider them to be, even when the collision is relatively minor. You'll find that at first you'll be shaken up a bit but, the most natural thing to initially be concerned with is the damage caused to both vehicles. At the same time, you make...
Whiplash injuries and the accompanying neck pain often become the source of many other problems. These problems can include: pinched nerves and nerve damage, ruptured ligaments, damaged blood vessels, hematomas, fractures in the spine and a myriad of other joints injuries. If you are in pain following an accident you should seek medical treatment or the assistance of...
After reporting your auto accident to the local police, the next most important thing you should do is seek medical help and advice. If you are feeling neck pain you are probably suffering from whiplash (which may not show up until a day or two later). In case of neck or back pain, you should...
One of the most important things to do after an auto accident is to consult a chiropractor as soon as possible. A chiropractor specialized in the treatment of auto injuries has the potential to help you heal the quickest and leave you with the least chance of developing long-term issues. After you consult your chiropractor and...
So, you were involved in a car crash and reported it to the appropriate authorities. You may or may not have thought that you suffered any injuries at that time but now after few days you are feeling pain or stiffness. Where you should go for treatment? Finding the right health care provider following a car accident is...
Almost every one of us has been a victim of (or the cause of) a vehicle accident at least once in our lifetime. In either case, the most important thing to be concerned about, of course, are the people involved. Vehicles can be replaced, possessions can be replaced but something like a damaged spinal cord...
The simplest solution to decrease the chances of having back pain is to exercise daily. Just 15 to 20 minutes of consistent exercise can help you avoid a back injury. Cardiovascular exercise is one method and weightlifting will provide another major benefit as well. Some cardio exercises include brisk running, swimming, and cycling. Remember to engage in warm up exercises before...
What is a whiplash injury? Whiplash is the name given to neck damage that occurs when the head abruptly jerks forward and then jerks back to its original position. Although it's generally linked with auto accidents, any impact or strike that forces your head to push forward or backward can produce neck strain/whiplash. The sudden jerk pulls and injures the muscles...
