Personal Injury Chiropractors: Top 10 Questions Answered

Personal injury chiropractors help people overcome injuries and pain due to an accident. Here are ten questions you can ask your personal injury chiropractor upon consultation:

What Conditions Do You Treat?

Chiropractors deal with conditions affecting the skeletal structure and joints, which can also spread to surrounding muscles and tendons. Some of the main conditions that a personal injury chiropractor deals with include the following:
 

• Whiplash

• Sprains and strains

• Neck and back pain

• Migraines caused by skeletal issues

• Slip and fall injuries

What Are the Risks of My Treatment?

Every day, at least one million chiropractic adjustments are done worldwide. Of these, the number of patients experiencing adverse effects after the treatments is very low. While the therapy is relatively safe, treatment risks are still involved, as with any other medical discipline. Ask your doctor about the potential risks of treating your injuries so you can prepare mentally.

What Will My First Visit Include?

A reputable chiropractor will first perform a thorough evaluation, including medical history and symptom analysis. They may also administer several tests to evaluate the severity of your injuries and damage. Among these are imaging tests for a better look at the impact of the injury on your muscles, joints, and bones. 

How Much Time Should I Set Aside for Recovery?

There is usually no set timeline for recovery from injuries. It all depends on the severity of the accident and the extent of the damage. Chiropractors develop a treatment plan based on the injury and other factors like your health. Some injuries entail an average number of sessions for recovery, while others are more complex and need more than usual. 

What Other Forms of Treatment Will You Use?

Chiropractic care is a holistic medical alternative that uses multiple treatments and modalities to help you recover. You need to understand the different modalities they will use so you can make the necessary adjustments to your daily life. You could also understand how some modalities will help you recover. 

Will You Document My Injuries?

Getting compensation for your injuries from an accident will require documentation of the exact injuries. A reputable chiropractor will have detailed documentation of your injuries and their effect on your life. 

Will You Diagnose Other Problems That Developed From the Injury?

Sometimes, an injury can lead to other complications seemingly unrelated to the injury without a doctor's diagnosis. Your chiropractor must perform a thorough examination to identify additional issues. They could also help identify conditions that may develop later on from the injuries. 

Will You Give Me a Detailed Treatment Plan?

A detailed treatment plan will guide you in making a budget for the cost. This will go a long way in getting compensation from your insurance and ensuring you can see the treatment through to the end. 

How Long Will I Be in Pain?

The therapy is a great option for many people because it is drug-free. The treatments are free of many side effects of the drugs, but you must know how long you will be in pain before the treatment takes effect. 

When Can I Return to Work?

You have to know how long you will be immobile and out of work so you can alert your employer or make appropriate plans.

For more on top questions for personal injury chiropractors, visit North Andover Chiropractors at our office in North Andover, Massachusetts. Call (978) 557-9355​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ to book an appointment today.