After an automobile accident, you have so much to worry about. Your initial reaction is often in regards to your insurance claim and your vehicle. However, after an accident, even if you don't have a tremendous amount of pain, you need to focus on your health. At Ramar Chiropractic and Rehab, serving Shelby township and the surrounding areas, we understand your concerns after an accident and want to help you heal and get back to your life post-accident.
Why Go to Physical Therapy
First and foremost, you could have a problem you don't know about. Conditions like whiplash can take several days for symptoms to arise. When you go to see a physical therapist, they can determine if you have any conditions as a result of your accident.
If you have pain and discomfort, a physical therapy can help alleviate your issues naturally, so you don't need to take strong, possibly addictive painkillers to find relief. Physical therapy also assists in the healing process by increasing strength, function, and flexion in the injured area. It can help you resume living your life like you did before you were an accident victim. In some cases, you feel better than you did before the accident.
If you filed an insurance claim for your injuries or need to go on "light duty" at work, you need a professional in the healthcare field to vouch for you. A physical therapist is able to do this for you.
What Happens During Physical Therapy After an Accident
After you're in an accident and seek the assistance of physical therapy care, the practitioner evaluates your condition. The healthcare professional determines if you have any serious injuries as a result of the accident, which is done through an exam and gathering information from you. The physical therapist then examines the injured area and may see how far you can move the body part to determine the degree of your injury.
Based on the results, the specialist devises a plan of action tailored to your needs. The exercises go at your pace to keep you comfortable. As you heal, the exercises increase in intensity, which optimizes strength, flexion, and function in the area. Often, our practitioner recommends other treatments such as chiropractic adjustments, whole body cryotherapy, mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy or even massage therapy to further enhance your results. The entire goal of physical therapy after an accident is to tailor an approach that keeps your comfortable and promotes a positive recovery.
Contact Ramar Chiropractic and Rehab for an appointment if you've recently suffered an auto accident. Our physical therapists and other experts team together to help you after your accident. We're available by calling 248-710-3236.