It is most unfortunate but there are roughly 6 Million auto accidents a year and though the accident takes only a few seconds, the effects last a lifetime.
Don’t Make a Mistake Just Because You Think You’re O.K. or That Since the Car Had Little Damage, I Must Not Be Hurt
Most people are too shaken up and in shock after even the slightest fender bender. Some may even be seen in the Emergency Room where they undergo a bunch of x-rays or CT sans and are usually released shortly thereafter with a prescription for muscle relaxers and pain meds with a so called “clean bill of health.” Most accident victims accept that because they don’t have any broken bones.
After what happens to you, you need to take a step back, take a deep breath and contact a health professional that truly understands the biomechanics, soft tissue and neurological components of auto injuries and knows the most up to date rehabilitation strategies as well as how to properly document your injuries.
Dr. Petryk is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist with years of training in the evaluation, management and treatment of injuries such as these.
Our office will assist you in referrals for x-rays, medical co-management and filing your insurance claims. Florida is a “no-fault” state so most auto and/or health insurance companies cover most if not all of the costs and there is no increase in your insurance rates.
Some recommendations:
- Don’t ever give a recorded statement to the insurance company
- Whether you think you’re injured or not, you need to be properly evaluated
- Don’t be surprised if you “don’t feel too bad” immediately after the accident because adrenalin is very powerful and is designed to protect you in times of danger and injury
