How Do Auto Accidents Affect Me?

Have you been in an auto accident? Research shows that even low impact accidents at speeds as low as 5 mph can cause bodily injury. If left untreated, these injuries could lead to future problems like headaches, tingling and numbness, muscle weakness and even disc problems.

Most auto injuries result in soft tissue damage. Often, these injuries don’t show up for days or even weeks after the accident. This is because your body releases chemicals called endorphins and enkephalins at the time of injury. These chemicals are the body’s “natural” painkillers that are very similar to, and are even stronger than morphine. The release of these natural pain killers will mask the symptoms of pain until they are flushed from the body. Once they leave the body, you will begin to feel the pain.

If you visit the Emergency Room, you may be given a clean bill of health because you don’t have any broken bones visible on x-ray. You might get a prescription to reduce the muscle spasms caused by structural changes in your neck or lower back. But the use of drugs will only mask the underlying issue. Instead, you need a health professional that truly understands soft tissue injuries, spinal biomechanics and rehabilitation strategies.

Auto accident injuries are treated after a complete and thorough exam, usually including x-rays. This allows us to identify the exact extent of your injuries and design a treatment plan that is unique to your condition. This will consist of a variety of treatments, including gentle spinal adjustments, physiotherapy and exercises. Treatment length varies greatly and is adjusted according to your individual progress.

The vast majority of auto accident cases are handled in our office on an assignment basis. That means that in most cases you will pay nothing out of pocket for our services. We wait to collect our fees directly from the insurance company. Minnesota is a “no-fault” State, which means that your insurance policy will cover your losses from an automobile accident regardless of who caused it. And, though it’s a common misperception, under Minnesota State Statute, your insurance carrier is not allowed to increase your insurance rates for exercising your rights under the Minnesota No-Fault Act and seeking care for injuries sustained in an accident.

Navigating the insurance maze can sometimes be an intimidating process, but at Strauman Holistic Chiropractic, our staff is experienced in automobile insurance benefits and will work with you to ensure your rights are protected and you receive the care that you are entitled to. We take pride in guiding you through the entire process and helping you achieve full physical and financial restitution for your injuries.