Chiropractor | A healthcare professional specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, particularly focusing on spinal adjustments to alleviate pain and improve function. |
Concussion | A mild traumatic brain injury resulting from a blow or jolt to the head, causing temporary neurological dysfunction. |
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | A trained professional who provides emergency medical care at the scene of an accident, injury, or illness. |
Fractures | Broken bones caused by the impact or force of a car accident. |
Internal Injuries | Injuries to internal organs or internal bleeding caused by the force of a car accident. |
Mental Health Professional | A specialist who provides counseling, therapy, and support for individuals experiencing psychological trauma or emotional distress following a car accident. |
Neurologist | A medical specialist focused on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. |
Occupational Therapist | A healthcare professional who helps individuals regain or maintain their ability to perform daily activities and work tasks following injury or illness. |
Orthopedic Specialist | A physician who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries, such as fractures, dislocations, and ligament injuries. |
Paralysis | The loss of muscle function and sensation in one or more areas of the body, often resulting from spinal cord injuries. |
Paramedic | A healthcare professional trained to provide advanced emergency medical care, often working alongside EMTs at the scene of an accident. |
Physical Therapist | A healthcare professional who helps patients improve their mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through various exercises, stretches, and other therapeutic techniques. |
Primary Care Physician | A general practitioner who provides ongoing healthcare and coordinates care with other specialists as needed. |
Soft Tissue Injuries | Injuries to muscles, tendons, and ligaments, such as sprains, strains, and contusions, often caused by the impact of a car accident. |
Spinal Cord Injury | Damage to the spinal cord, which can result in the loss of sensation, movement, or function below the level of injury. |
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) | An injury to the brain caused by external force, such as a car accident, resulting in temporary or permanent cognitive, physical, and emotional impairments. |
Whiplash | A neck injury caused by a sudden back-and-forth movement of the head, often occurring in rear-end collisions. |