Have you been in a car accident? You are not alone according to the NSC, National Safety Council, there are more than 12 million motor vehicle accidents a year involving more than 20 million vehicles. About 30 percent of occupants involved in motor vehicle accidents incur minor to moderate injuries. A common injury that arises from these accidents includes pain and tightness in the back and neck.
Neck pain related to whiplash-associated disorders (WADs) most commonly results from motor vehicle accidents.9,10 Whiplash-associated disorders disrupt the daily lives of adults around the world and are associated with considerable pain, suffering, disability, and costs.
Whiplash injuries have an effect on general health, with recovery in the short term reported by 29% to 40% of individuals with WAD in Western countries that have compensation schemes for whiplash injuries.The median time to first reported recovery is estimated at 101 days (95% confidence interval: 99-104) and about 23% are still not recovered after 1 year.
Massage is one of the most effective ways to treat muscular pain associated with car accidents. Due to this effectiveness, your auto insurance will typically cover massages. As massage therapists we can effectively address your pain and lessen the likelihood of chronic pain in the future. The first weeks after a car accident are a crucial time for your recovery.
One of the first steps you need to do after your accident is to visit your doctor. Your doctor will need to write you a prescription for massage therapy. After you have this prescription, please call us so that we can verify your coverage and set up a treatment plan to meet your needs.
When you call us we will need the following information from you:
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Your full name and date of birth
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A claim number and date of accident
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Insurance phone number and policy number
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A written referral or prescription, including a diagnosis, from your medical professional (physician, physical therapist, chiropractor or other licensed professional)
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