Personal Injury

5 Things to Do for Faster Car Accident Recovery

A woman resting on the couch with knee brace on recovering from a car accident

Being involved in a car accident can be an incredibly distressing experience, both mentally and physically. The trauma caused by the accident can leave victims feeling shaken and unable to return to their everyday lives. For many, the emotional impact is made worse by physical injuries. Car accidents often lead to head, neck, and back…

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How to Reduce Scar Tissue After Surgery

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After any surgery,  most people’s priority is a smooth recovery to total health and functionality. Scar tissue — what seems like a cosmetic concern — is often a secondary priority during surgery prep and recovery. However, scar tissue can sometimes become more than a cosmetic concern. Taking some basic steps during recovery can help you…

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ACL vs MCL Tear: What’s the Difference?

acl tear in basketball player

Two of the most frequently encountered knee injuries are tears of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the medial collateral ligament (MCL). While both injuries involve ligament damage and can result in pain and instability, they differ in their causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. In this guide, we’ll explore the key differences between ACL and…

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8 Exercises for Shoulder Tendonitis

Woman receiving assistance from a physical therapist for shoulder tendonitis

A focus on periscapular muscle strengthening (i.e. small rotator cuff muscles) and eccentric strengthening are important components to shoulder rehab. Eccentric strengthening is a type of training to lengthen or “elongate” the muscle which minimizes the stress across the joint to allow for less pain while building strength and mobility. What Is Shoulder Tendonitis? Shoulder…

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What type of clinic is best for a car accident injury?

Car accident clinic

It’s always important to see a doctor after a car accident. Even minor automobile accidents can cause significant injuries that do long term damage to the human body if not treated properly. Depending on the severity of your injury after an accident, you’ll want to go to one of the following: A hospital emergency room …

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Common Neck Injuries From a Car Accident

Man with neck pain after a car accident

If you’ve been in a car accident, neck pain can start immediately or occur in the hours or days following the collision. Although many people have experienced a stiff neck before, the impact of an accident can cause far worse damage, making it critical to seek care immediately.  Doing so allows doctors to determine if…

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5 Common Shoulder Injuries from a Car Accident

shoulder injury from a car accident

Even minor car accidents can leave people with various types of injuries that range from mild to severe. Some of the most common include shoulder injuries, thanks in large part to the strain on the shoulder from the seatbelt. If you experience shoulder pain after an accident, it is important to seek medical help right…

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What to Expect Physically After a Car Accident

Woman with neck pain after a car accident

Car accidents can affect people in different ways. That’s one of the reasons why it’s important to know what to expect and seek medical attention soon after an accident, even if you don’t feel any immediate symptoms, for your auto accident recovery. What to expect immediately after the accident You may not experience severe symptoms…

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