15202 NW 147th Dr Ste 1500, Alachua, FL 32615
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries associated with car crashes, particularly rear-end collisions. It happens when the head and neck are suddenly forced backward and forward in a rapid, whipping motion. This sudden movement can strain the muscles, ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissues in the neck.
Neck pain and stiffness are common following an accident. The sudden force of impact can place stress on the muscles, ligaments, and joints in the neck. You may experience soreness, tightness, tenderness, or difficulty moving your neck comfortably.
Back and spinal injuries after a car accident can cause lower or mid-back pain, muscle tightness, spasms, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Some injuries may also irritate or compress spinal nerves, leading to numbness, tingling, burning sensations, or pain that radiates into the arms or legs.
Treatment often focuses on reducing pain and inflammation while improving movement through options such as chiropractic care, physical therapy, stretching, and pain management.
Herniated and bulging discs can cause back pain, stiffness, numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain. It may radiate into the arms, legs, hips, or buttocks. In some cases, pressure on a nerve may cause symptoms such as sciatica, where pain travels down the leg. These symptoms can make it difficult to sit, stand, bend, walk, or perform normal daily activities.
Treatment typically focuses on reducing pain and improving mobility. Depending on the severity, an accident doctor may recommend chiropractic care, physical therapy, spinal decompression, massage therapy, pain management, heat or ice therapy, and temporary activity modifications.
A concussion or accident-related head injury can occur even without a direct impact to the head. Common symptoms include headaches, dizziness, nausea, sensitivity to light or noise, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, and blurred vision.
Treatment typically focuses on allowing the brain and body time to recover while managing symptoms. An accident doctor may recommend physical and cognitive rest, activity modification, physical therapy for balance or neck-related issues, pain management, and heat or cold therapy.
Soft-tissue injuries such as muscle strains, sprains, and ligament injuries are common after a car accident. These injuries can cause pain, tenderness, swelling, bruising, stiffness, muscle spasms, and reduced range of motion. Some people may also experience numbness or tingling when inflammation affects nearby nerves.
Treatment may include rest, activity modification, chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy, pain management, and heat or ice therapy to reduce discomfort and improve mobility.
Knee, hip, and leg injuries are common after a car accident and can result from impact with the dashboard, door, or other parts of the vehicle.
Symptoms may include pain, swelling, bruising, stiffness, weakness, instability, limited range of motion, and difficulty walking or performing everyday activities. Some injuries may also cause numbness or tingling if nearby nerves are affected.
Shoulder injuries are common after a car accident and may result from the force of the impact or pressure from a seatbelt.
These injuries can cause pain, weakness, swelling, stiffness, tenderness, and reduced range of motion, making it difficult to lift objects, reach overhead, work, exercise, or perform everyday activities.
Ankle and foot injuries can occur during side-impact and front-end collisions. The impact can cause sprains, fractures, tendon injuries, bruising, and joint damage.
Hand, elbow, and wrist injuries can occur when people instinctively use their arms or hands to brace themselves. The sudden force of impact can place stress on the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and soft tissues of the arms and hands. Injuries may include sprains, fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, and soft-tissue damage.
Address:
15202 NW 147th Dr Ste 1500
Alachua, FL 32615
Hours:
Mon: 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tues: 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wed: 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thurs: 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Fri: 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
You should see a accident doctor as soon as possible, within 24 to 72 hours if possible. Some injuries may take hours or days for you to feel symptoms. Seeing a doctor early can help start the treatment process and help you recover faster than waiting to go see a doctor until you start hurting.
Florida law also requires you to see a doctor within 14 days of you accident. So seeing a doctor is more important than finding an attorney, always see the doctor first.
An accident doctor is a medical provider who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and documenting injuries caused by accidents. These doctors have the experience needed to identify hidden injuries, and work with your personal injury attorney for the best outcome for your case.
No, you do not need an attorney to see a accident doctor. Our doctors treat patients with or without legal representation.
No, you do not need a referral to see a accident doctor. We accept patients directly, even if you haven’t seen your primary care physician first.
Primary: Auto Insurance – Florida PIP and Auto insurance accepted
Secondary: Attorney Liens– If you have an attorney, your care will be taken care of under a lien. This is just an agreement between the accident doctor and your attorney
If there where any passengers in your car at the time of the accident, and they need treatment, bring them as well.
Your first appointment will generally involve:
Our doctor may recommend Imaging such as an MRI or X-rays or send you our to a specialist.
Be prepared to share your
Yes. You can see a doctor even if you do not have immediate pain. Adrenaline can mask pain. A accident doctor can evaluate your condition and determine whether follow-up care is needed.
Yes, Our accident doctors accept Florida PIP auto insurance coverage.
Yes, most health insurance companies do not pay for accident treatment. Personal injury billing is not done under health insurance.
Attorney liens Accepted – as well as Fl pip auto insurance
