Car Accident Chiropractor In Portland, ME

Specific Chiropractic Care

Once we’ve determined the underlying cause of your injury, the next step is to treat it!  As chiropractors, a key part of our care is the adjustment.  During your accident, you may have sustained some injury to the joints of your spine or extremities, which then begin to stiffen up.  With car accidents, this is very common in both the low back and the neck. It is important to restore these joints back to their normal motion before the area becomes chronically restricted. Our adjustments will focus on these areas of restriction and get them (and you) moving better. 

Soft Tissue Therapies

As part of our treatments, we focus on the areas of injured soft tissue.  Soft tissue refers to all of the areas around the joints, including muscles, ligaments, and tendons.  In a car accident, damage to these areas are very common and contribute to persistent pain.  Our goal in treatment is to gently loosen up these stiff areas and provide improved blood flow, resulting in better motion and improved healing.  These therapies pair so well with our adjustments and create better outcomes for our patients.

Therapeutic Exercise Plan

In addition to our adjustments and soft tissue therapy, we will also build you through a customized exercise plan.  The exercise we train you in will be based on the functional deficits that we discovered during the initial exam.  The goal of our exercise plan will be to improve motion, increase strength, and restore proper balance. You can then work on your exercises right at home, as well as correct for poor ergonomic conditions that may be aggravating your problem.

What You Need To Know If You’ve Been In A Car Accident In Portland, ME

Should I go to a chiropractor after a car accident?

Chiropractor care could be an excellent treatment option for you following a car accident.  Before any treatment occurs, we will determine if there’s more serious underlying damage.  If there’s no red flags of something more serious, such as a fracture, our combination of therapies could be perfect to help you resolve your issue.

Does car insurance pay for a chiropractor after an auto accident?

Yes!  In fact, we see personal injury patients regularly for auto accident related injuries.  It’s as easy as filing your claim to the insurance company and starting care. We communicate directly with your insurance adjuster regarding your plan of treatment and start focusing on the important part – you!

How long should I go to a chiropractor after a car accident?

The answer to this really depends on the severity of your injury or injuries.  In mild cases, you can be feeling back to normal within a couple of weeks.  In more serious cases, it can take more time as your body works to heal the injured areas.  Our examination will better determine the timeline for your care.

Do I have to pay anything out of pocket after a car accident?

This depends on your insurance coverage.  In many cases, your insurance will pay the bill based on your insurance plan.  Before or during your first visit, we will communicate with your insurance company to determine your coverage.

What are my rights after a car accident?

As an insurance holder, you have the right to use your coverage in the event that you are injured.  Your insurance plan offers coverage for treatment, and you have the right to take advantage of this service in the case that you are.