Auto Accident & Personal Injury
Physical therapy after a car accident treats whiplash, neck and back pain, shoulder injuries and concussion symptoms, and it helps with the paperwork your claim needs. Get evaluated soon, even if the pain seems mild. PAR Physical Therapy treats auto accident injuries in Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.
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Why to get evaluated soon, even if your pain is mild at first
Car accident physical therapy works best when it starts early. Physical therapy after car accident injuries, from a whiplash strain to any other auto accident injury, begins with an exam. Pain after a crash often shows up days later, once the adrenaline and inflammation settle. Injuries that are not treated early can become harder to treat. If you are badly hurt, go to the ER or the hospital first, and ask for a physical therapy prescription in case you need it. If pain or discomfort lasts a few days, come in and we will check whether you need care.
Common injuries after a crash
Neck pain after car accident: whiplash
A fast snap of the head strains neck muscles and joints. See Neck Pain. Whiplash treatment mixes gentle hands-on work with stabilization exercise.
Back pain after car accident
Seat belts and impact strain the spine. See Back Pain.
Headaches and concussion symptoms
Dizziness, fogginess and headaches can follow a crash. See Headaches & Migraines and Concussion.
Shoulder injuries
The belt and grip on the wheel load the shoulder. See Shoulder Pain.
How billing works after an auto accident
Rules vary, so call and we will look at yours.
- Most auto policies carry Med Pay or PIP (personal injury protection), which can cover care up to a limit. Our office can check into it for you
- If the accident was not your fault, the other party's auto insurance may cover your care, and we handle the paperwork with the insurance company
- PIP physical therapy and personal injury physical therapy are billed differently from regular health insurance. Ask us before your first visit
- If an attorney is involved and you have a letter of protection, call us and we will explain how we handle it
- We accept most health insurance plans too
Documentation, your attorney or adjuster, and settling
Good notes help your claim. We document your findings and progress at each visit, and we share them with your adjuster or attorney as you authorize. Get your injury evaluated before you settle with an insurance company. If you settle before the injury is fully resolved, you may be paying for care yourself.
Go to the ER first if you have
- Severe pain, or a limb that looks deformed
- Loss of consciousness, confusion or repeated vomiting
- Numbness or weakness that spreads
- Chest pain or trouble breathing
Then call us when you are cleared. Same-day appointments are possible.
Car accident care in Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet
Call either clinic or request an appointment. Same-day appointments are possible, and we accept most insurance plans.
We see patients in Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.
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