If you were already under chiropractic care before your car accident, you’re in a unique and very important position.
Most people wait until they’re in pain or injured before ever seeing a chiropractor. But you’re ahead of the curve—you’ve already been investing in your spinal health. Now that you’re dealing with a personal injury from a car accident, your care plan needs to shift—but not stop.
Here’s why staying consistent with chiropractic care after a car accident is one of the most important decisions you can make—both for your recovery and your legal case.
1. Your Injuries Need New Attention
Even if you felt fine right after the crash, the force of an accident can cause whiplash, spinal misalignment, nerve irritation, and soft tissue damage—sometimes with delayed symptoms.
Your chiropractor will:
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Reevaluate your spine with a new post-accident exam
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Create a personal injury care plan tailored to the trauma your body has just experienced
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Document everything carefully to separate previous issues from new injuries
2. Gaps in Care Can Hurt Your Recovery—and Your Case
Stopping or delaying care after an accident can lead to:
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Prolonged pain and stiffness
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Long-term dysfunction or chronic problems
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Insurance companies claiming your injuries weren’t serious
When your care is consistent, it:
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Builds a solid medical record
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Supports your attorney’s case
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Shows that you’re taking your health seriously
3. Your Care Might Now Be Covered Differently
If you’re in an active personal injury case, your treatment may be:
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Covered by the at-fault driver’s insurance
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Paid for through a medical lien (meaning no upfront cost)
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Coordinated with your attorney for smooth billing and documentation
Let your chiropractor know you’re in a PI case—they’ll handle the paperwork and make sure everything is legally and medically in order.
4. You Deserve to Fully Heal
Your pre-accident care focused on wellness and prevention. Now, we’re shifting to restoration and recovery. This includes:
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Managing pain and inflammation
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Realigning your spine after impact
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Rebuilding strength, stability, and function
The goal is not just to “get by”—but to help you get back to (or even better than) where you were before the accident.
Don’t Wait—We’re Here to Help
At Mustard Seed Chiropractic in Smyrna, we specialize in caring for patients with personal injury cases—especially those who were already prioritizing their health. Whether your accident just happened or it’s been a few days, we’re ready to evaluate, treat, and support you every step of the way.
If you’ve been in an accident, call us today.
Let’s adjust your care plan, document your case properly, and help you get back on the road to full recovery.