Most people would like to believe that if you are not in pain, there is not a problem. Although that would be ideal, this is a common misconception especially when looking at cases that deal with car accidents.

Most commonly, pain will follow an accident in a matter of hours to days, sometimes even months. It is crucial to treat these injuries immediately, even if there is no pain, otherwise you can be left with irreversible damage such as early degenerative disease (arthritis). The sooner you start care, the less chance you have in developing long term problems.

Injuries and symptoms that are commonly seen with car accidents include disc herniations, sprain/strains, headaches, migraines, neck pain, and back pain. The most common injury is called whiplash. The rapid acceleration or deceleration leaves the neck extremely vulnerable to a violent jerking motion.

A comment that I hear all to frequently is “It was just a fender bender, I didn’t get injured”. Research shows that accidents as slow as 5-10 miles per hour are enough to cause spinal damage. Imagine what happens at higher speeds!

The best personal injury attorneys will tell you that they always recommend that victims of car accidents should immediately seek a medical evaluation.

You are going to need a doctor who specializes in the treatment of whiplash  and car accident injuries. A hospital visit will typically consist of an examination for any life threatening conditions (broken bones, lacerations..etc) and then a release with pain medications. It’s important to know that pills DO NOT correct the damage that occurs to the spine and soft tissues following the accident!

At Ezell Chiropractic in St. Charles, we take your case seriously. We will take x-rays on site and provide you with the most comprehensive and up to date examination that is available today.

We work closely with attorneys and car insurance companies, paying close attention to every detail, making sure that the correct documentation is in place to ensure that you receive the settlement you deserve. This process is most commonly covered by car insurance and leaves the patient with no out of pocket expenses for the treatment.

 If you or someone you know has been in a car accident, mention this post for a free consultation with Dr. Ezell. 636-486-7044

Yours in health,

Dr. Ezell

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