What You Should Know About Auto Injuries

First of all, thank you for taking the time to visit Universal Spine and Joint Specialists. It is likely that either you or someone you loved has been injured in a motor vehicle accident. Injuries resulting from a motor vehicle accident can be devastating.  The suffering can be compounded by the frustration of finding a qualified and experienced physician.  At Universal Spine and Joint Specialist our goal is to alleviate your stress and start you on the path to healing.  Here are a few key factors to remember if you or a loved one is injured in a motor vehicle accident.

• The first thing you should do is get medical attention. You must be seen by a health care professional within 14 days of an accident. If you fail to receive care from a medical professional, you void any benefits you would have received for your injuries.
• Even relatively minor car accidents can result in major injuries that cause a lifetime of problems for the driver or passenger. Trauma of a car accident produces a hormone called endorphins, which act as painkillers. The production of endorphins may prevent you from realizing that you have been injured.
• Make sure your physician examines and documents each and every one of your injuries. Car accidents can cause any number of different injuries, to virtually any part of your body, depending on the circumstances of the crash and the severity of the impact.
• Take pictures of the accident scene and provide them to your doctor. Document any events you recall during the accident leading up to your injuries. This can help in an obtaining an accurate diagnosis.
• When selecting a physician look for board certifications, and online reviews. Only qualified and experienced physicians understand the mechanics of an accident and how it impacts different parts of the body.

At Universal Spine and Joints Specialists our skilled and experienced physicians will perform a thorough examination, document and diagnose each of your injuries, and formulate a treatment plan to restore your health. Your health and wellbeing are important to us at Universal Spine and Joint Specialists. Contact us today for an appointment.

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