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Whiplash, PIP, and Steering Wheels: Spinal Safety After Collisions
Should You Seek Chiropractic Care After A Collison?
The screeching tires, the sudden impact, and then what? For many people, the moments after a car accident are filled with confusion about what just happened inside their body and what steps to take for proper healing. Dr. Steven Barger takes listeners through the critical but often misunderstood world of post-accident recovery and why chiropractic care plays such a vital role.
When your vehicle experiences an impact, your body undergoes dramatic forces in milliseconds. Dr. Barger explains the mechanics of whiplash with striking clarity - how your neck becomes a pivot point, causing muscles and ligaments to stretch like rubber bands in less than half a second. This rapid trauma creates injuries that, without proper care, can develop into chronic problems months or years later. Contrary to popular belief, bracing yourself during an accident (rather than going limp) can significantly reduce long-term damage despite causing more immediate soreness.
For Florida residents, understanding your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance benefits is crucial. Dr. Barger guides listeners through navigating the $10,000 medical coverage available through your own car insurance and why seeing a doctor within the first two weeks is essential for both documentation and coverage. He outlines what to expect during recovery - from the challenging first weeks with changing symptoms to the gradual improvement typically seen after 3-5 weeks. Perhaps most importantly, he offers honest advice about choosing a chiropractor who prioritizes healing over maximizing insurance claims.
Whether you've recently experienced an accident or want to be prepared, this episode provides essential knowledge for protecting your long-term spinal health. Ready to address accident injuries or improve your overall wellness? Visit Expeditionchiropractic.com or call 772-245-7069 to request an appointment with Dr. Barger. Your spine deserves expert care - don't wait until pain becomes chronic.
To learn more about Expedition Chiropractic visit:
https://www.ExpeditionChiropractic.com
Expedition Chiropractic
3233 SW Port St Lucie Blvd
Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
772-245-7069
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By Dr. Steven BargerShould You Seek Chiropractic Care After A Collison?
The screeching tires, the sudden impact, and then what? For many people, the moments after a car accident are filled with confusion about what just happened inside their body and what steps to take for proper healing. Dr. Steven Barger takes listeners through the critical but often misunderstood world of post-accident recovery and why chiropractic care plays such a vital role.
When your vehicle experiences an impact, your body undergoes dramatic forces in milliseconds. Dr. Barger explains the mechanics of whiplash with striking clarity - how your neck becomes a pivot point, causing muscles and ligaments to stretch like rubber bands in less than half a second. This rapid trauma creates injuries that, without proper care, can develop into chronic problems months or years later. Contrary to popular belief, bracing yourself during an accident (rather than going limp) can significantly reduce long-term damage despite causing more immediate soreness.
For Florida residents, understanding your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance benefits is crucial. Dr. Barger guides listeners through navigating the $10,000 medical coverage available through your own car insurance and why seeing a doctor within the first two weeks is essential for both documentation and coverage. He outlines what to expect during recovery - from the challenging first weeks with changing symptoms to the gradual improvement typically seen after 3-5 weeks. Perhaps most importantly, he offers honest advice about choosing a chiropractor who prioritizes healing over maximizing insurance claims.
Whether you've recently experienced an accident or want to be prepared, this episode provides essential knowledge for protecting your long-term spinal health. Ready to address accident injuries or improve your overall wellness? Visit Expeditionchiropractic.com or call 772-245-7069 to request an appointment with Dr. Barger. Your spine deserves expert care - don't wait until pain becomes chronic.
To learn more about Expedition Chiropractic visit:
https://www.ExpeditionChiropractic.com
Expedition Chiropractic
3233 SW Port St Lucie Blvd
Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
772-245-7069