Motor Vehicle Accident or Car Accident Physiotherapy: A motor vehicle accident can result in a wide range of pain and injuries. You may have mild whiplash that lasts a few weeks, or more severe life changing injuries that require ongoing care. It is not uncommon that injuries take a few days to appear after the accident and getting immediate treatment is crucial to prevent minor injuries from causing more complications. It can be a confusing and stressful time dealing with pain, injuries and insurance, let us help you regain control of your body and get you moving again.
How can Physiotherapy help after your Motor Vehicle Accident?
-Exercises for pain relief and to improve strength and mobility
-Educate you about your specific injuries, pain relieving positions, postures and pain relief strategies for home
-Manual therapy to improve pain and range of motion
-Modalities such as ultrasound, interferential current, or acupuncture for pain relief
-Rehabilitation program designed to return patients to their regular activities, sports, work or whatever your goals might be
What can you expect
Your initial appointment will include a comprehensive assessment by our physiotherapist of your injuries. We will then formulate a treatment plan for treatment for address all of your issues to help you reach your goals of recovery. Our treatment plans are designed with you in mind and will book appointments based on your scheduling needs.
Common MVA injuries
-Whiplash/neck pain
-Headaches
-Low back pain
-Concussions
-Muscle and ligament sprains and strains
-Fractures
-Post-op/post-cast rehab
-Muscle tears and tendonitis
Benefits of Physiotherapy
-Promotes fast recovery – seeking physiotherapy can improve the rate at which you can return to your regular activities, sports or work by improving your strength and movement while managing your pain.
-Prevents symptoms from worsening or resulting in chronic pain- Physiotherapy can help prevent long term damage or pain and secondary complications such as migraines, or central pain syndrome.
-Alleviates pain – Motion is lotion! Physiotherapy helps promote safe movement and exercises to get your blood pumping to bring nutrients and oxygen to your injured areas to help promote healing and alleviate pain
Call the clinic 705-320-7811, email us at physio@adelaideclinic.ca or book online to schedule your appointment.