Auto accidents can be a frightening experience that results in acute or chronic pain. Many injuries sustained in auto accidents require chiropractic care to provide pain relief and support the healing process. If you live in Allston or Boston and have recently been involved in an auto accident, contact Dr. Mael at Mael Chiropractic to schedule a consultation. Let’s take a look at what you can expect during your first appointment.
Discussion
The first thing to expect is to have a detailed talk with our chiropractor. We will ask questions about the accident and what you experienced. We will want to know how your body responded, whether you hit anything in the car if your head or neck was forced in several directions and other related issues. These questions are intended to help Dr. Mael get a good understanding of your injuries.
Our questions will also cover your pain and other symptoms. Make sure you are thorough with your answers, even if something doesn’t seem relevant. If you have been nauseous since the accident, for example, you might not think our chiropractor can help. However, nausea and vomiting can be symptoms of whiplash and other injuries.
Tests
Our chiropractor will run a series of tests to provide a deeper understanding of your condition. This will include checking your spine, back, and neck, but it often goes further. For example, we often check your pulse, blood pressure, and look for other health factors.
Diagnosis and Treatment
After talking with you in-depth and running a few tests, our chiropractor will diagnose any injuries you have and create a customized treatment plan. Depending on the condition, this treatment plan may include rest, spinal manipulations, exercises, massage, and more.
In some cases, treatment may begin immediately. This will depend on several factors, including whether the injured area is ready to be treated. If it is currently inflamed, for instance, it could cause more pain and damage to start treatment immediately. Instead, Dr. Mael will likely recommend that you rest and schedule an appointment for a few days or so later.
Contact Mael Chiropractic after an Auto Accident
An auto injury can cause a lot of pain and suffering, but our team at Mael Chiropractic is here to help you find the pain relief that you need. If you live in or around Allston or Boston and have recently been involved in an auto accident, call our team today at 617-787-8700 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.
