It may be difficult to recognize your injuries immediately following a car accident due to shock. It is common to feel muscle and neck pain the following days after an accident. It's important to distinguish between muscle soreness and a potential injury.
Some symptoms can take a few days or weeks to emerge after a car accident. Even minor car accidents can leave you feeling sore for about six weeks after the accident, depending on the circumstances. The most common injury following a car accident is whiplash. Whiplash can cause severe neck pain for weeks or months following an accident.
Seeking physical therapy treatment following an accident can be incredibly beneficial. PT can prevent long-term damage, such as chronic pain, migraines, or reduced mobility. A proper diagnosis and treatment plan are vital to alleviating sore muscles after an accident.
Most people assume their aches and pains following an accident will resolve in a few days while they return to their usual daily activities. However, feelings of pain, stiffness, chronic headaches, and reduced range of motion could indicate a more severe injury and last months.
Receiving physical therapy following an accident can also help you avoid surgery. As a result of physical therapy, muscles, tendons, and ligaments become stronger, protecting various body parts from further injury.
Whether you have had a recent car accident or one in the past, it is always a good idea to seek professional help and develop an individualized plan for healing today. At Ace Rehab, our physical therapist designs therapy regimens to help patients recover from injuries quickly and successfully. Contact our team if you have any questions or would like to learn more about your physical therapy options.
The team at ACE Rehab is here to guide you after an automobile accident. We will assist you in navigating insurance claims and offer personalized treatment plans to get you back to your pre-injured self.