Chiropractic Care for Car Accidents & Personal Injury

Patients involved in a car accident should never let the absence of immediate pain or symptoms delay a thorough spinal evaluation. In many cases, it can take hours—or even days—for the body to settle before pain, stiffness, headaches, or soreness appear.

Dr. Whitney Fandel recommends being evaluated as soon as possible following an auto accident. Early detection of whiplash and other spinal or soft-tissue injuries is critical to relieving pain, accelerating healing, and helping prevent long-term complications.

Understanding Whiplash & Auto Injuries

Whiplash is the most common injury we see after car accidents. It occurs when the force of impact causes the head and neck to move violently forward, backward, or sideways, placing extreme stress on the muscles, ligaments, and joints of the neck and spine.

Car accident injuries can be complex and often involve damage to muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. If left untreated, these injuries may alter the spine’s natural curves and lead to chronic pain or permanent functional limitations.

Common Auto Accident Conditions We Treat

• Whiplash

• Headaches & migraines

• Dizziness & vertigo

• Neck pain

• Back pain

• Shoulder pain

• Hip & leg pain

• Knee & foot pain

• Wrist pain

• Herniated discs

• Soft tissue injuries

Dr. Whitney develops a comprehensive, individualized care plan to relieve pain, address injury-related damage, and stabilize the spine—helping reduce the likelihood of long-term pain and the need for medication or surgery. A study published in the International Journal of the Care of the Injured found that 93% of patients showed significant improvement following chiropractic care, and we consistently see excellent outcomes in our office as well.

Most motor vehicle insurance policies cover healthcare costs related to auto accidents. Our experienced team will work directly with you and your insurance provider to verify benefits and assist with your personal injury claim.

At Family Tree Chiropractic, same-day appointments are available—so don’t delay the care your body needs after an accident or injury.

Schedule your appointment today and start your recovery with confidence.