tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72693594806536584242024-02-20T15:00:51.775-06:00Auto/Car Accident and Whiplash Treatment DallasAuto/Car Accident and Whiplash Treatment Dallas.NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.comBlogger1554125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-34657018025761364542019-02-11T15:33:00.001-06:002019-02-11T15:33:18.248-06:00What to Do If Injured in an Accident and Suffer From Whiplash 972-392-4476<span style="font-size: large;">The term "whiplash" was first used in 1928 to define an injury mechanism
of sudden hyperextension followed by an immediate hyperflexion of the
neck that results in damage to the muscles, ligaments and tendons –
especially those that support the head. Today, we know that whiplash
injuries frequently do not result from hyperextension or hyperflexion
(extension and flexion beyond normal physiological limits), but rather
an extremely rapid extension and flexion that causes injuries.<br />
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Due
to their complicated nature and profound impact on peoples lives, few
topics in health care generate as much controversy as whiplash injuries.
Unlike a broken bone where a simple x-ray can validate the presence of
the fracture and standards of care can direct a health care
professional as to the best way in which to handle the injury, whiplash
injuries involve an unpredictable combination of nervous system, muscles
joints and connective tissue disruption that is not simple to diagnose
and can be even more of a challenge to treat. In order to help you
understand the nature of whiplash injuries and how they should be
treated, it is necessary to spend a bit of time discussing the mechanics
of how whiplash injuries occur.<br />
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The Four Phases of a Whiplash Injury<br />
During
a rear-end automobile collision, your body goes through an extremely
rapid and intense acceleration and deceleration. In fact, all four
phases of a whiplash injury occur in less than one-half of a second! At
each phase, there is a different force acting on the body that
contributes to the overall injury, and with such a sudden and forceful
movement, damage to the vertebrae, nerves, discs, muscles, and ligaments
of your neck and spine can be substantial. <br />
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Phase 1<br />
During
this first phase, your car begins to be pushed out from under you,
causing your mid-back to be flattened against the back of your seat.
This results in an upward force in your cervical spine, compressing your
discs and joints. As your seat back begins to accelerate your torso
forward, your head moves backward, creating a shearing force in your
neck. If your head restraint is properly adjusted, the distance your
head travels backward is limited. However, most of the damage to the
spine will occur before your head reaches your head restraint. Studies
have shown that head restraints only reduce the risk of injury by
11-20%.<br />
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Phase 2<br />
During phase two, your torso has reached peak
acceleration - 1.5 to 2 times that of your vehicle itself - but your
head has not yet begun to accelerate forward and continues to move
rearward. An abnormal S-curve develops in your cervical spine as your
seat back recoils forward, much like a springboard, adding to the
forward acceleration of the torso. Unfortunately, this forward seat back
recoil occurs while your head is still moving backward, resulting in a
shearing force in the neck that is one of the more damaging aspects of a
whiplash injury. Many of the bone, joint, nerve, disc and TMJ injuries
that I see clinically occur during this phase.<br />
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Phase 3<br />
During
the third phase, your torso is now descending back down in your seat
and your head and neck are at their peak forward acceleration. At the
same time, your car is slowing down. If you released the pressure on
your brake pedal during the first phases of the collision, it will
likely be reapplied during this phase. Reapplication of the brake causes
your car to slow down even quicker and increases the severity of the
flexion injury of your neck. As you move forward in your seat, any
slack in your seat belt and shoulder harness is taken up. <br />
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Phase 4<br />
This
is probably the most damaging phase of the whiplash phenomenon. In
this fourth phase, your torso is stopped by your seat belt and shoulder
restraint and your head is free to move forward unimpeded. This results
in a violent forward-bending motion of your neck, straining the muscles
and ligaments, tearing fibers in the spinal discs, and forcing
vertebrae out of their normal position. Your spinal cord and nerve
roots get stretched and irritated, and your brain can strike the inside
of your skull causing a mild to moderate brain injury. If you are not
properly restrained by your seat harness, you may suffer a concussion,
or more severe brain injury, from striking the steering wheel or
windshield.<br />
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Injuries Resulting from Whiplash Trauma <br />
As we
discussed briefly in the introduction, whiplash injuries can manifest in
a wide variety of ways, including neck pain, headaches, fatigue, upper
back and shoulder pain, cognitive changes and low back pain. Due to the
fact that numerous factors play into the overall whiplash trauma, such
as direction of impact, speed of the vehicles involved, as well as sex,
age and physical condition, it is impossible to predict the pattern of
symptoms that each individual will suffer. Additionally, whiplash
symptoms commonly have a delayed onset, often taking weeks or months to
present. There are, however, a number of conditions that are very
common among those who have suffered from whiplash trauma. <br />
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Neck pain<br />
It
is the single most common complaint in whiplash trauma, being reported
by over 90% of patients. Often this pain radiates across the shoulders,
up into the head, and down between the shoulder blades. Whiplash
injuries tend to affect all of the tissues in the neck, including the
facet joints and discs between the vertebrae, as well as all of the
muscles, ligaments and nerves.<br />
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Facet joint pain is the most
common cause of neck pain following a car accident. Facet joint pain is
usually felt on the back of the neck, just to the right or left of
center, and is usually tender to the touch. Facet joint pain cannot be
visualized on x-rays or MRIs. It can only be diagnosed by physical
palpation of the area.<br />
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Disc injury is also a common cause of neck
pain; especially chronic pain. The outer wall of the disc (called the
anulus) is made up of bundles of fibers that can be torn during a
whiplash trauma. These tears, then, can lead to disc degeneration or
herniation, resulting in irritation or compression of the nerves running
through the area. This compression or irritation commonly leads to
radiating pain into the arms, shoulders and upper back, and may result
in muscle weakness.<br />
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Damage to the muscles and ligaments in
the neck and upper back are the major cause of the pain experienced in
the first few weeks following a whiplash injury, and is the main reason
why you experience stiffness and restricted range of motion. But as the
muscles have a chance to heal, they typically don’t cause as much
actual pain as they contribute to abnormal movement. Damage to the
ligaments often results in abnormal movement and instability.<br />
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Headaches<br />
After
neck pain, headaches are the most prevalent complaint among those
suffering from whiplash injury, affecting more than 80% of all people.
While some headaches are actually the result of direct brain injury,
most are related to injury of the muscles, ligaments and facet joints of
the cervical spine, which refer pain to the head. Because of this, it
is important to treat the supporting structures of your neck in order to
help alleviate your headaches.<br />
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TMJ problems<br />
A less common,
but very debilitating disorder that results from whiplash is
temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ). TMJ usually begins as pain,
clicking and popping noises in the jaw during movement. If not properly
evaluated and treated, TMJ problems can continue to worsen and lead to
headaches, facial pain, ear pain and difficulty eating. Many
chiropractors are specially trained to treat TMJ problems, or can refer
you to a TMJ specialist.<br />
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Brain injury<br />
Believe it or not, mild
to moderate brain injury is common following a whiplash injury, due to
the forces on the brain during the four phases mentioned earlier. The
human brain is a very soft structure, suspended in a watery fluid called
cerebrospinal fluid. When the brain is forced forward and backward in
the skull, the brain bounces off the inside of the skull, leading to
bruising or bleeding in the brain itself. In some cases, patients
temporarily lose consciousness and have symptoms of a mild concussion.
More often, there is no loss of consciousness, but patients complain of
mild confusion or disorientation just after the crash. The long-term
consequences of a mild brain injury can include mild confusion,
difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, irritability,
forgetfulness, loss of sex drive, depression and emotional instability.
Although less common, the nerves responsible for your sense of smell,
taste and even your vision may be affected as well, resulting in a muted
sense of taste, changes in your sensation of smell and visual
disturbances.<br />
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Dizziness <br />
Dizziness following a whiplash injury
usually results from injury to the facet joints of the cervical spine,
although in some cases injury to the brain or brain stem may be a factor
as well. Typically, this dizziness is very temporary improves
significantly with chiropractic treatment. <br />
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Low back pain<br />
Although
most people consider whiplash to be an injury of the neck, the low back
is also commonly injured as well. In fact, low back pain is found in
more than half of rear impact-collisions in which injury was reported,
and almost three-quarters of all side-impact crashes. This is mostly
due to the fact that the low back still experiences a tremendous
compression during the first two phases of a whiplash injury, even
though it does not have the degree of flexion-extension injury
experienced in the neck.<br />
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Recovery from Whiplash <br />
With proper
care, many mild whiplash injuries heal within six to nine months.
However, more than 20% of those who suffer from whiplash injuries
continue to suffer from pain, weakness or restricted movement two years
after their accident. Unfortunately, the vast majority of these people
will continue to suffer from some level of disability or pain for many
years after that, if not for the rest of their lives.<br />
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Whiplash is
a unique condition that requires the expertise of a skilled health
professional specially trained to work with these types of injuries.
The most effective treatment for whiplash injuries is a combination of
chiropractic care, rehabilitation of the soft tissues and taking care of
yourself at home. <br />
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Chiropractic Care<br />
Chiropractic care
utilizes manual manipulation of the spine to restore the normal movement
and position of the spinal vertebrae. It is by far the single-most
effective treatment for minimizing the long-term impact of whiplash
injuries, especially when coupled with massage therapy, trigger point
therapy, exercise rehabilitation and other soft tissue rehabilitation
modalities.<br />
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Soft Tissue Rehabilitation<br />
The term ‘soft tissue’
simply refers to anything that is not bone, such as your muscles,
ligaments, tendons, nervous system, spinal discs and internal organs.
During a whiplash injury, the tissues that are affected most are the
soft tissues, the muscles, ligaments and discs in particular. In order
to minimize permanent impairment and disability, it is important to use
therapies that stimulate the soft tissues to heal correctly. These
include massage therapy, electro-stimulation, trigger point therapy,
stretching and specific strength and range of motion exercises.<br />
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Home Care<br />
The
most effective chiropractic care and soft tissue rehabilitation will be
limited in its benefit if what you do at home or at work stresses or
re-injures you on a daily basis. For this reason, it is important that
your plan of care extend into the hours and days between your clinic
visits to help speed your recovery. Some of the more common home care
therapies are the application of ice packs, limitations on work or daily
activities, specific stretches and exercises, taking nutritional
supplements and getting plenty of rest.<br />
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Medical Intervention<br />
In
some severe cases of whiplash, it may be necessary to have some medical
care as part of your overall treatment plan. The most common medical
treatments include the use of anti-inflammatory medications, muscle
relaxants, trigger point injections and, in some cases, epidural spinal
injections. These therapies should be used for short-term relief of
pain, if necessary, and not be the focus of treatment. After all, a
drug cannot restore normal joint movement and stimulate healthy muscle
repair. Fortunately, surgery is only needed in some cases of herniated
discs, when the disc is pressing on the spinal cord, and in some cases
of spine fractures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Collisions that occur during sporting
events, slips, falls or Automobile crashes can all have a damaging
effect on your neck and back. Reduction of the normal neck (Cervical)
curve, repetitive micro-traumas ie. long hours on the computer, driving
in traffic, traveling by car or plane, lifting heavy or awkward
objects or constant stress of work, family and everyday life can also
be directly related to neck and back pain.<br />
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Pain can be dull or sharp, boring or burning, constant or intermittent.
As the problem progresses, numbness and or tingling can be felt in the
upper back, arms and even in to the hands.<br />
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NOTE: Many patients who come in for Carpal Tunnel treatment are amazed
to find out that the problem can actually be a pinching of the nerves in
the neck and NOT a wrist or hand problem.<br />
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Through careful evaluation of your neck and upper back, we can pinpoint
the problem areas and have great success in correcting the CAUSE of
our Patients symptoms.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dallas, Tx. 75248 </span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-18364476635228381192019-01-28T14:00:00.001-06:002019-01-28T14:00:02.132-06:00Why should i be examined after a auto/car accident? 972-392-4476<span style="font-size: large;">What are the symptoms of whiplash?<br />
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The most common symptoms related to whiplash include:<br />
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* neck pain and stiffness,<br />
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* headache,<br />
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* shoulder pain and stiffness,<br />
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* dizziness,<br />
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* fatigue,<br />
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* jaw pain (temporomandibular joint symptoms),<br />
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* arm pain,<br />
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* arm weakness,<br />
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* visual disturbances,<br />
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* ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and<br />
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* back pain.<br />
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In the more severe and chronic case of "whiplash associated disorder" symptoms can include:<br />
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* depression,<br />
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* anger,<br />
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* frustration,<br />
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* anxiety,<br />
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* stress,<br />
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* drug dependency,<br />
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* post-traumatic stress syndrome,<br />
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* sleep disturbance (insomnia),<br />
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* and<br />
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* social isolation.<br />
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How is whiplash diagnosed?<br />
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After
an accident the patient may be taken to the hospital and/or a
Chiropractor's office to be examined. The doctor will examine the
patient to determine if they have any injuries that require treatment.
Based on the symptoms and examination findings the doctor may place a
collar on the neck for additional support. The doctor may also obtain
x-rays of the neck to check for more serious injury. The most important
first step is to make sure there is no major injury to the neck, head or
the rest of the body requiring immediate treatment.<br />
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If the
x-rays are normal but the patient continues to have neck pain, the
doctor may keep the cervical collar in place and see the back in the
office in about a week for an additional examination. At that time the
doctor may obtain new x-rays to see if there have been any changes. If
the doctor is still concerned about soft tissue injuries, he or she may
obtain either x-rays with the head leaning forward and backwards
(dynamic x-rays) or obtain an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging study).
These dynamic x-rays or MRI scans are better able to detect injuries to
the soft tissues of the neck, especially instability, that may not been
seen with normal x-rays of the neck. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dallas, Tx. 75248</span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-65782571714963388522019-01-22T16:31:00.000-06:002019-01-22T16:31:04.101-06:00WHAT IF I DON'T HURT VERY MUCH OR MY CAR SUSTAINED ONLY MINOR DAMAGE? 972-392-4476<span style="font-size: large;">There has been a great deal of research
done over the last several years, which proves that injury, can and
does occur in low impact collisions. The most common of these injuries
is "whiplash". When low-speed crash tests were performed with sudden
changes in vehicle speed of only 2.5 mph, 29% of occupants experienced
symptoms of neck or back injury, while a sudden change in speed of 5
mph resulted in 38% of occupants being injured.<br />
Automobile
bumpers are built to the government standard of being able to
withstand a 5 mph crash without damage. These standards are not related
to the safety of the occupant, but are to protect and limit the damage
to the bumpers, keeping the cost of repair to a minimum. Many times,
vehicles can sustain an impact at 8-9 mph before there is recognizable
damage. This varies by car model as each manufacturer has a different
method for building bumpers. Some cars are made more sturdy than the
more newer vehicles. The point is that when the bumper (and other
metal) doesn't crumple and absorb the force of the impact, more of that
force is transferred directly to the occupant of the vehicle.
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Whiplash
injuries are often caused by rear-end collisions, and frequently by
collisions from other angles. A tremendous volume of research has been
conducted to determine the amount and extent of these injuries. Because
these injuries are not usually life threatening, the insurance
industry, your spouse/family/friends, and even many doctors really do
not understand the ordeal that you are suffering through.
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After
your accident, you may have experienced severe or moderate pain, or no
pain at all. Surprisingly, most auto injuries are hidden and seldom
detected for months, or even years. Often, the initial pain subsides,
only to return full-blown later. Soft tissue injuries (injuries to
muscles, ligaments, and discs) caused by auto accidents can be very
deceiving. Soft tissue injuries heal with scar tissue and don't always
cause pain immediately, but the damage done to your spine can lead to
the following problems:
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Recurring headaches </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Neck pain and stiffness </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Numbness, tingling, or pain in the arms or hands </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Chronic muscle tension and spasm </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Low back pain </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Spinal disc degeneration </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Painful, inflamed arthritis </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Sore, tight, inflexible muscles </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Decreased athletic ability </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Greater chance of re-injury </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Poor posture </span></li>
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Documented studies done by Charles Carroll, M.D., Paul McAtee, M.D., and Lee Riley, M.D., revealed that:
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"The
amount of damage to the automobile bears little relation to the force
applied to the cervical spine (neck) of the occupants."
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In
other words, the damage to the passengers is not necessarily directly
related to the damage of the vehicle. Studies have shown that damage
can occur to a driver/passenger at vehicle collision speeds of less
than 5 miles per hour (4.87 miles per hour to be exact) and the
subjects tested in this study were healthy young males!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dallas Texas 75248 </span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-89476080843664765742019-01-09T17:29:00.001-06:002019-01-09T17:29:06.020-06:00WHAT IS PIP? (Personal Injury Protection) Call 972-392-4476 https://www.dallaspainandwellness.com/accident/<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">The
Texas Department of Insurance requires automobile insurance carriers
in our state to issue all automobile policies it writes at least
$2500 worth of coverage and you have this coverage unless you reject
it in writing. Most people are unaware of this coverage or even know
what it is and therefore very few people use it. You end up paying
for coverage that they don’t inform you about and you’re entitled to.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Why?
Insurance is not understood and most people rely on their agent and
claims adjusters to advise them on what to do after an accident.
Insurance is a multi-billion dollar industry and are in business to make
money. They keep their costs down, less payout, more profits and
bonuses at the end of the year. Good for them and not for you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What is PIP?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">PIP
is no fault coverage similar to health insurance but on your auto
policy for your injuries and your passengers injuries. This coverage is
available regardless who is at fault. Yes, you can be the cause of
the accident and you will still be covered. There’s no deductible and
no co-payment. There is other separate coverage that will cover the
other party if you were at fault. If you do not have PIP then you
could still be covered if you were in an accident in another state
besides Texas. You may also be covered if you were hit in a crosswalk
by a car or on a bicycle or borrowing someone else’s car.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What will a claim do to my insurance rates and policy renewal?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Under
section 5.7016 of the Texas insurance code, automobile insurance
carriers cannot non-renew you for filing one PIP claim in a 12 month
period. Also, it is unlikely that they would raise your rates for a sole
PIP claim.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Why doesn’t the other guy’s insurance pay for my medical expenses and why should I use my insurance?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Medical
treatment is expensive and you are liable for the costs. There is a
chance that the other party may never pay for your medical expenses
leaving you a financial burden. PIP gives you peace of mind that your
medical bills are covered. If you use your health insurance, you may
have to pay a deductible and co-pays to your doctor and if the health
insurance finds out that you were in an accident they could request
to be reimbursed. Some people get referred to a medical provider by
their attorney and the medical provider agrees to be paid months or
even years later. Since there are a limited number of medical
providers who agree to this arrangement, your choice and quality of
healthcare may be limited. The answer is to use your PIP coverage so
you will not have to pay for medical expenses out of your pocket and
get the best possible healthcare treatment available for you and your
family’s injuries caused by the accident. Also, if there is
coverage from the other guys insurance, then this is an added advantage
to reduce any out of pocket expense.</span><br />
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of sudden hyperextension followed by an immediate hyperflexion of the
neck that results in damage to the muscles, ligaments and tendons –
especially those that support the head. Today, we know that whiplash
injuries frequently do not result from hyperextension or hyperflexion
(extension and flexion beyond normal physiological limits), but rather
an extremely rapid extension and flexion that causes injuries.<br />
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Due
to their complicated nature and profound impact on peoples lives, few
topics in health care generate as much controversy as whiplash injuries.
Unlike a broken bone where a simple x-ray can validate the presence of
the fracture and standards of care can direct a health care
professional as to the best way in which to handle the injury, whiplash
injuries involve an unpredictable combination of nervous system, muscles
joints and connective tissue disruption that is not simple to diagnose
and can be even more of a challenge to treat. In order to help you
understand the nature of whiplash injuries and how they should be
treated, it is necessary to spend a bit of time discussing the mechanics
of how whiplash injuries occur.<br />
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The Four Phases of a Whiplash Injury<br />
During
a rear-end automobile collision, your body goes through an extremely
rapid and intense acceleration and deceleration. In fact, all four
phases of a whiplash injury occur in less than one-half of a second! At
each phase, there is a different force acting on the body that
contributes to the overall injury, and with such a sudden and forceful
movement, damage to the vertebrae, nerves, discs, muscles, and ligaments
of your neck and spine can be substantial. <br />
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Phase 1<br />
During
this first phase, your car begins to be pushed out from under you,
causing your mid-back to be flattened against the back of your seat.
This results in an upward force in your cervical spine, compressing your
discs and joints. As your seat back begins to accelerate your torso
forward, your head moves backward, creating a shearing force in your
neck. If your head restraint is properly adjusted, the distance your
head travels backward is limited. However, most of the damage to the
spine will occur before your head reaches your head restraint. Studies
have shown that head restraints only reduce the risk of injury by
11-20%.<br />
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Phase 2<br />
During phase two, your torso has reached peak
acceleration - 1.5 to 2 times that of your vehicle itself - but your
head has not yet begun to accelerate forward and continues to move
rearward. An abnormal S-curve develops in your cervical spine as your
seat back recoils forward, much like a springboard, adding to the
forward acceleration of the torso. Unfortunately, this forward seat back
recoil occurs while your head is still moving backward, resulting in a
shearing force in the neck that is one of the more damaging aspects of a
whiplash injury. Many of the bone, joint, nerve, disc and TMJ injuries
that I see clinically occur during this phase.<br />
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Phase 3<br />
During
the third phase, your torso is now descending back down in your seat
and your head and neck are at their peak forward acceleration. At the
same time, your car is slowing down. If you released the pressure on
your brake pedal during the first phases of the collision, it will
likely be reapplied during this phase. Reapplication of the brake causes
your car to slow down even quicker and increases the severity of the
flexion injury of your neck. As you move forward in your seat, any
slack in your seat belt and shoulder harness is taken up. <br />
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Phase 4<br />
This
is probably the most damaging phase of the whiplash phenomenon. In
this fourth phase, your torso is stopped by your seat belt and shoulder
restraint and your head is free to move forward unimpeded. This results
in a violent forward-bending motion of your neck, straining the muscles
and ligaments, tearing fibers in the spinal discs, and forcing
vertebrae out of their normal position. Your spinal cord and nerve
roots get stretched and irritated, and your brain can strike the inside
of your skull causing a mild to moderate brain injury. If you are not
properly restrained by your seat harness, you may suffer a concussion,
or more severe brain injury, from striking the steering wheel or
windshield.<br />
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Injuries Resulting from Whiplash Trauma <br />
As we
discussed briefly in the introduction, whiplash injuries can manifest in
a wide variety of ways, including neck pain, headaches, fatigue, upper
back and shoulder pain, cognitive changes and low back pain. Due to the
fact that numerous factors play into the overall whiplash trauma, such
as direction of impact, speed of the vehicles involved, as well as sex,
age and physical condition, it is impossible to predict the pattern of
symptoms that each individual will suffer. Additionally, whiplash
symptoms commonly have a delayed onset, often taking weeks or months to
present. There are, however, a number of conditions that are very
common among those who have suffered from whiplash trauma. <br />
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Neck pain<br />
It
is the single most common complaint in whiplash trauma, being reported
by over 90% of patients. Often this pain radiates across the shoulders,
up into the head, and down between the shoulder blades. Whiplash
injuries tend to affect all of the tissues in the neck, including the
facet joints and discs between the vertebrae, as well as all of the
muscles, ligaments and nerves.<br />
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Facet joint pain is the most
common cause of neck pain following a car accident. Facet joint pain is
usually felt on the back of the neck, just to the right or left of
center, and is usually tender to the touch. Facet joint pain cannot be
visualized on x-rays or MRIs. It can only be diagnosed by physical
palpation of the area.<br />
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Disc injury is also a common cause of neck
pain; especially chronic pain. The outer wall of the disc (called the
anulus) is made up of bundles of fibers that can be torn during a
whiplash trauma. These tears, then, can lead to disc degeneration or
herniation, resulting in irritation or compression of the nerves running
through the area. This compression or irritation commonly leads to
radiating pain into the arms, shoulders and upper back, and may result
in muscle weakness.<br />
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Damage to the muscles and ligaments in
the neck and upper back are the major cause of the pain experienced in
the first few weeks following a whiplash injury, and is the main reason
why you experience stiffness and restricted range of motion. But as the
muscles have a chance to heal, they typically don’t cause as much
actual pain as they contribute to abnormal movement. Damage to the
ligaments often results in abnormal movement and instability.<br />
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Headaches<br />
After
neck pain, headaches are the most prevalent complaint among those
suffering from whiplash injury, affecting more than 80% of all people.
While some headaches are actually the result of direct brain injury,
most are related to injury of the muscles, ligaments and facet joints of
the cervical spine, which refer pain to the head. Because of this, it
is important to treat the supporting structures of your neck in order to
help alleviate your headaches.<br />
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TMJ problems<br />
A less common,
but very debilitating disorder that results from whiplash is
temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ). TMJ usually begins as pain,
clicking and popping noises in the jaw during movement. If not properly
evaluated and treated, TMJ problems can continue to worsen and lead to
headaches, facial pain, ear pain and difficulty eating. Many
chiropractors are specially trained to treat TMJ problems, or can refer
you to a TMJ specialist.<br />
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Brain injury<br />
Believe it or not, mild
to moderate brain injury is common following a whiplash injury, due to
the forces on the brain during the four phases mentioned earlier. The
human brain is a very soft structure, suspended in a watery fluid called
cerebrospinal fluid. When the brain is forced forward and backward in
the skull, the brain bounces off the inside of the skull, leading to
bruising or bleeding in the brain itself. In some cases, patients
temporarily lose consciousness and have symptoms of a mild concussion.
More often, there is no loss of consciousness, but patients complain of
mild confusion or disorientation just after the crash. The long-term
consequences of a mild brain injury can include mild confusion,
difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, irritability,
forgetfulness, loss of sex drive, depression and emotional instability.
Although less common, the nerves responsible for your sense of smell,
taste and even your vision may be affected as well, resulting in a muted
sense of taste, changes in your sensation of smell and visual
disturbances.<br />
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Dizziness <br />
Dizziness following a whiplash injury
usually results from injury to the facet joints of the cervical spine,
although in some cases injury to the brain or brain stem may be a factor
as well. Typically, this dizziness is very temporary improves
significantly with chiropractic treatment. <br />
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Low back pain<br />
Although
most people consider whiplash to be an injury of the neck, the low back
is also commonly injured as well. In fact, low back pain is found in
more than half of rear impact-collisions in which injury was reported,
and almost three-quarters of all side-impact crashes. This is mostly
due to the fact that the low back still experiences a tremendous
compression during the first two phases of a whiplash injury, even
though it does not have the degree of flexion-extension injury
experienced in the neck.<br />
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Recovery from Whiplash <br />
With proper
care, many mild whiplash injuries heal within six to nine months.
However, more than 20% of those who suffer from whiplash injuries
continue to suffer from pain, weakness or restricted movement two years
after their accident. Unfortunately, the vast majority of these people
will continue to suffer from some level of disability or pain for many
years after that, if not for the rest of their lives.<br />
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Whiplash is
a unique condition that requires the expertise of a skilled health
professional specially trained to work with these types of injuries.
The most effective treatment for whiplash injuries is a combination of
chiropractic care, rehabilitation of the soft tissues and taking care of
yourself at home. <br />
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Chiropractic Care<br />
Chiropractic care
utilizes manual manipulation of the spine to restore the normal movement
and position of the spinal vertebrae. It is by far the single-most
effective treatment for minimizing the long-term impact of whiplash
injuries, especially when coupled with massage therapy, trigger point
therapy, exercise rehabilitation and other soft tissue rehabilitation
modalities.<br />
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Soft Tissue Rehabilitation<br />
The term ‘soft tissue’
simply refers to anything that is not bone, such as your muscles,
ligaments, tendons, nervous system, spinal discs and internal organs.
During a whiplash injury, the tissues that are affected most are the
soft tissues, the muscles, ligaments and discs in particular. In order
to minimize permanent impairment and disability, it is important to use
therapies that stimulate the soft tissues to heal correctly. These
include massage therapy, electro-stimulation, trigger point therapy,
stretching and specific strength and range of motion exercises.<br />
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Home Care<br />
The
most effective chiropractic care and soft tissue rehabilitation will be
limited in its benefit if what you do at home or at work stresses or
re-injures you on a daily basis. For this reason, it is important that
your plan of care extend into the hours and days between your clinic
visits to help speed your recovery. Some of the more common home care
therapies are the application of ice packs, limitations on work or daily
activities, specific stretches and exercises, taking nutritional
supplements and getting plenty of rest.<br />
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Medical Intervention<br />
In
some severe cases of whiplash, it may be necessary to have some medical
care as part of your overall treatment plan. The most common medical
treatments include the use of anti-inflammatory medications, muscle
relaxants, trigger point injections and, in some cases, epidural spinal
injections. These therapies should be used for short-term relief of
pain, if necessary, and not be the focus of treatment. After all, a
drug cannot restore normal joint movement and stimulate healthy muscle
repair. Fortunately, surgery is only needed in some cases of herniated
discs, when the disc is pressing on the spinal cord, and in some cases
of spine fractures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dallas, Texas 75248 </span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-61498135807935096472018-12-19T10:46:00.001-06:002018-12-19T10:46:26.846-06:00WHAT IS PIP? (Personal Injury Protection) Call 972-392-4476<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">The
Texas Department of Insurance requires automobile insurance carriers
in our state to issue all automobile policies it writes at least
$2500 worth of coverage and you have this coverage unless you reject
it in writing. Most people are unaware of this coverage or even know
what it is and therefore very few people use it. You end up paying
for coverage that they don’t inform you about and you’re entitled to.</span></div>
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Insurance is not understood and most people rely on their agent and
claims adjusters to advise them on what to do after an accident.
Insurance is a multi-billion dollar industry and are in business to make
money. They keep their costs down, less payout, more profits and
bonuses at the end of the year. Good for them and not for you.</span></div>
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is no fault coverage similar to health insurance but on your auto
policy for your injuries and your passengers injuries. This coverage is
available regardless who is at fault. Yes, you can be the cause of
the accident and you will still be covered. There’s no deductible and
no co-payment. There is other separate coverage that will cover the
other party if you were at fault. If you do not have PIP then you
could still be covered if you were in an accident in another state
besides Texas. You may also be covered if you were hit in a crosswalk
by a car or on a bicycle or borrowing someone else’s car.</span></div>
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section 5.7016 of the Texas insurance code, automobile insurance
carriers cannot non-renew you for filing one PIP claim in a 12 month
period. Also, it is unlikely that they would raise your rates for a sole
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treatment is expensive and you are liable for the costs. There is a
chance that the other party may never pay for your medical expenses
leaving you a financial burden. PIP gives you peace of mind that your
medical bills are covered. If you use your health insurance, you may
have to pay a deductible and co-pays to your doctor and if the health
insurance finds out that you were in an accident they could request
to be reimbursed. Some people get referred to a medical provider by
their attorney and the medical provider agrees to be paid months or
even years later. Since there are a limited number of medical
providers who agree to this arrangement, your choice and quality of
healthcare may be limited. The answer is to use your PIP coverage so
you will not have to pay for medical expenses out of your pocket and
get the best possible healthcare treatment available for you and your
family’s injuries caused by the accident. Also, if there is
coverage from the other guys insurance, then this is an added advantage
to reduce any out of pocket expense.</span><br />
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your case before a thorough evaluation by our office. If you settle
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responsible for any medical bills you incur in the future.<br />
Our office will work directly with insurance companies to assure that your claim will be effectively
documented during your treatment.
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release them from any further liability in your care and you will be
personally responsible for your medical bills. If the insurance company
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dallaspainandwellness.com </span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-8187699634852219372018-12-12T11:20:00.000-06:002018-12-12T11:20:08.635-06:00WHAT IF I DON'T HURT VERY MUCH OR MY CAR SUSTAINED ONLY MINOR DAMAGE? <span style="font-size: large;">There has been a great deal of research
done over the last several years, which proves that injury, can and
does occur in low impact collisions. The most common of these injuries
is "whiplash". When low-speed crash tests were performed with sudden
changes in vehicle speed of only 2.5 mph, 29% of occupants experienced
symptoms of neck or back injury, while a sudden change in speed of 5
mph resulted in 38% of occupants being injured.<br />
Automobile
bumpers are built to the government standard of being able to
withstand a 5 mph crash without damage. These standards are not related
to the safety of the occupant, but are to protect and limit the damage
to the bumpers, keeping the cost of repair to a minimum. Many times,
vehicles can sustain an impact at 8-9 mph before there is recognizable
damage. This varies by car model as each manufacturer has a different
method for building bumpers. Some cars are made more sturdy than the
more newer vehicles. The point is that when the bumper (and other
metal) doesn't crumple and absorb the force of the impact, more of that
force is transferred directly to the occupant of the vehicle.
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Whiplash
injuries are often caused by rear-end collisions, and frequently by
collisions from other angles. A tremendous volume of research has been
conducted to determine the amount and extent of these injuries. Because
these injuries are not usually life threatening, the insurance
industry, your spouse/family/friends, and even many doctors really do
not understand the ordeal that you are suffering through.
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After
your accident, you may have experienced severe or moderate pain, or no
pain at all. Surprisingly, most auto injuries are hidden and seldom
detected for months, or even years. Often, the initial pain subsides,
only to return full-blown later. Soft tissue injuries (injuries to
muscles, ligaments, and discs) caused by auto accidents can be very
deceiving. Soft tissue injuries heal with scar tissue and don't always
cause pain immediately, but the damage done to your spine can lead to
the following problems:
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Recurring headaches </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Neck pain and stiffness </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Numbness, tingling, or pain in the arms or hands </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Chronic muscle tension and spasm </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Low back pain </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Spinal disc degeneration </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Painful, inflamed arthritis </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Sore, tight, inflexible muscles </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Decreased athletic ability </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Greater chance of re-injury </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Poor posture </span></li>
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Documented studies done by Charles Carroll, M.D., Paul McAtee, M.D., and Lee Riley, M.D., revealed that:
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amount of damage to the automobile bears little relation to the force
applied to the cervical spine (neck) of the occupants."
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other words, the damage to the passengers is not necessarily directly
related to the damage of the vehicle. Studies have shown that damage
can occur to a driver/passenger at vehicle collision speeds of less
than 5 miles per hour (4.87 miles per hour to be exact) and the
subjects tested in this study were healthy young males!</span><br />
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NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-41445797653037607892018-12-04T17:53:00.000-06:002018-12-04T17:53:31.496-06:00The Four Phases of a Whiplash Injury 972-392-4476<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="head2" style="background-color: white; color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;">During a rear-end <b>automobile collision</b>,
your body goes through an extremely rapid and intense acceleration and
deceleration. In fact, all four phases of a whiplash injury occur in
less than one-half of a second! At each phase, there is a different
force acting on the body that contributes to the overall injury, and
with such a sudden and forceful movement, damage to the vertebrae,
nerves, discs, muscles, and ligaments of your neck and spine can be
substantial. </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br />
<h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;"><i>Phase 1</i></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;">During
this first phase, your car begins to be pushed out from under you,
causing your mid-back to be flattened against the back of your seat.
This results in an upward force in your cervical spine, compressing your
discs and joints. As your seat back begins to accelerate your torso
forward, your head moves backward, creating a shearing force in your
neck. If your head restraint is properly adjusted, the distance your
head travels backward is limited. However, most of the damage to the
spine will occur before your head reaches your head restraint. Studies
have shown that head restraints only reduce the risk of injury by
11-20%. </span></span><br />
<h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;"><i>Phase 2</i></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;">During
phase two, your torso has reached peak acceleration - 1.5 to 2 times
that of your vehicle itself - but your head has not yet begun to
accelerate forward and continues to move rearward. An abnormal S-curve
develops in your cervical spine as your seat back recoils forward, much
like a springboard, adding to the forward acceleration of the torso.
Unfortunately, this <i>forward </i>seat back recoil occurs while your head is still moving <i>backward,</i> resulting
in a shearing force in the neck that is one of the more damaging
aspects of a whiplash injury. Many of the bone, joint, nerve, disc and
TMJ injuries that I see clinically occur during this phase. </span></span><br />
<h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;"><i>Phase 3</i></span></span></h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;">During
the third phase, your torso is now descending back down in your seat
and your head and neck are at their peak forward acceleration. At the
same time, your car is slowing down. If you released the pressure on
your brake pedal during the first phases of the collision, it will
likely be reapplied during this phase. Reapplication of the brake causes
your car to slow down even quicker and increases the severity of the
flexion injury of your neck. As you move forward in your seat, any
slack in your seat belt and shoulder harness is taken up. </span></span><br />
<h3>
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;"><i>Phase 4</i></span></h3>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , serif;">This
is probably the most damaging phase of the whiplash phenomenon. In
this fourth phase, your torso is stopped by your seat belt and shoulder
restraint and your head is free to move forward unimpeded. This results
in a violent forward-bending motion of your neck, straining the muscles
and ligaments, tearing fibers in the spinal discs, and forcing
vertebrae out of their normal position. Your spinal cord and nerve
roots get stretched and irritated, and your brain can strike the inside
of your skull causing a mild to moderate brain injury. If you are not
properly restrained by your seat harness, you may suffer a concussion,
or more severe brain injury, from striking the steering wheel or
windshield. </span></span><br />
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attorney helps with all aspects of an auto/car accident claim or
injury. They keep an individual from spending countless hours on the
phone with insurance adjusters that really don't care about your well
being. It also helps to keep stress levels down and allow you to
concentrate on recovery and getting well. Our office only works with the
best attorneys/lawyers in Dallas/Fort Worth. We have learned through
trial and error, who best takes care of our patients. They also make
sure that all your medical bills are settled. This allows you to be
additionally stress and medical bill free at the end. We also help those
who are not able to treat in our office, who are in need of an
attorney. We are here to help!!! So don't hesitate in calling and making
an appointment to get examined and also ask about scheduling a free
consultation with a reputable attorney. You only have one body, so you
need to take care of it. Call Today!!!</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-40525364931586735032014-01-02T12:05:00.001-06:002014-01-13T10:34:01.438-06:00Migraines and Headaches <span style="font-size: large;"><span>MIGRAINES / HEADACHES<br />
<br />
Migraines and headaches are NOT the result of an Aspirin shortage. They are NOT normal, and everyone does NOT have them.<br />
A
frequent and overlooked cause of Migraines and other headaches is the
malfunction of the spinal bones in the neck and upper back.<br />
<br />
When
the bones of the spine lose their normal position or motion, sensitive
nerves and blood vessels to the head can be affected. When spinal nerves
and related tissues are stretched or irritated, they can produce
Migraines and other types of headaches. Aspirin and other medications
may cover up these warning signs, but do not correct the underlying
structural CAUSE.<br />
<br />
Many people experience correction and long term
relief through Chiropractic care, without the short and long term side
effects that accompany ALL pain medications.<br />
Call our office to have
your type of Migraine or Headache diagnosed and discover the life
changing experience many of our Migraine / Headache patients have found.<br />
<br />
The Docs at North Dallas Chiropractic
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-60324624779949093872014-01-02T12:02:00.000-06:002015-01-03T10:41:38.402-06:00Neck and Mid Back Pain<span style="font-size: large;"><span>Collisions that occur during sporting events, slips, falls or Automobile
crashes can all have a damaging effect on your neck and back. Reduction
of the normal neck (Cervical) curve, repetitive micro-traumas ie. long
hours on the computer, driving in traffic, traveling by car or plane,
lifting heavy or awkward objects or constant stress of work, family and
everyday life can also be directly related to neck and back pain.<br>
<br>
Pain
can be dull or sharp, boring or burning, constant or intermittent. As
the problem progresses, numbness and or tingling can be felt in the
upper back, arms and even in to the hands.<br>
<br>
NOTE: Many patients
who come in for Carpal Tunnel treatment are amazed to find out that the
problem is actually a pinching of the nerves in the neck and NOT a wrist
or hand problem.<br>
<br>
Through careful evaluation of your neck and
upper back, we can pinpoint the problem areas and have great success in
correcting the CAUSE of our Patients symptoms.<br>
<br>
The Docs at North Dallas Chiropractic
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-77395842767025803252014-01-02T11:49:00.000-06:002014-01-15T10:12:16.316-06:00What is Peripheral Neuropathy? <span style="font-size: large;"><span><a href="http://ndallaschiropractic.com/custom_content/c_148318_brain_based_therapy.html">NDallasChiropractic.com</a><br />
<br />
Peripheral
neuropathy describes damage to the peripheral nervous system, which
transmits information from the brain and spinal cord to every other part
of the body.<br />
<br />
More than 100 types of peripheral neuropathy have
been identified, each with its own characteristic set of symptoms,
pattern of development, and prognosis. Impaired function and symptoms
depend on the type of nerves -- motor, sensory, or autonomic -- that are
damaged. Some people may experience temporary numbness, tingling, and
pricking sensations, sensitivity to touch, or muscle weakness. Others
may suffer more extreme symptoms, including burning pain (especially at
night), muscle wasting, paralysis, or organ or gland dysfunction.
Peripheral neuropathy may be either inherited or acquired. Causes of
acquired peripheral neuropathy include physical injury (trauma) to a
nerve, tumors, toxins, autoimmune responses, nutritional deficiencies,
alcoholism, and vascular and metabolic disorders. Acquired peripheral
neuropathies are caused by systemic disease, trauma from external
agents, or infections or autoimmune disorders affecting nerve tissue.
Inherited forms of peripheral neuropathy are caused by inborn mistakes
in the genetic code or by new genetic mutations.<br />
<br />
Is there any treatment?<br />
<br />
Chiropractic
brain based therapy helps in adopting healthy habits -- such as
maintaining optimal weight, avoiding exposure to toxins, following a
physician-supervised exercise program, eating a balanced diet,
correcting vitamin deficiencies, and limiting or avoiding alcohol
consumption -- can reduce the physical and emotional effects of
peripheral neuropathy. Systemic diseases frequently require more
complex treatments.<br />
There are therapies for many forms.
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-90012376946385927632014-01-02T11:47:00.001-06:002014-01-24T11:02:24.247-06:00Why should i be examined after a auto/car accident? <span style="font-size: large;"><span>What are the symptoms of whiplash?<br />
<br />
The most common symptoms related to whiplash include:<br />
<br />
* neck pain and stiffness,<br />
<br />
* headache,<br />
<br />
* shoulder pain and stiffness,<br />
<br />
* dizziness,<br />
<br />
* fatigue,<br />
<br />
* jaw pain (temporomandibular joint symptoms),<br />
<br />
* arm pain,<br />
<br />
* arm weakness,<br />
<br />
* visual disturbances,<br />
<br />
* ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and<br />
<br />
* back pain.<br />
<br />
In the more severe and chronic case of "whiplash associated disorder" symptoms can include:<br />
<br />
* depression,<br />
<br />
* anger,<br />
<br />
* frustration,<br />
<br />
* anxiety,<br />
<br />
* stress,<br />
<br />
* drug dependency,<br />
<br />
* post-traumatic stress syndrome,<br />
<br />
* sleep disturbance (insomnia),<br />
<br />
* and<br />
<br />
* social isolation.<br />
<br />
How is whiplash diagnosed?<br />
<br />
After
an accident the patient may be taken to the hospital and/or a
Chiropractor's office to be examined. The doctor will examine the
patient to determine if they have any injuries that require treatment.
Based on the symptoms and examination findings the doctor may place a
collar on the neck for additional support. The doctor may also obtain
x-rays of the neck to check for more serious injury. The most important
first step is to make sure there is no major injury to the neck, head or
the rest of the body requiring immediate treatment.<br />
<br />
If the
x-rays are normal but the patient continues to have neck pain, the
doctor may keep the cervical collar in place and see the back in the
office in about a week for an additional examination. At that time the
doctor may obtain new x-rays to see if there have been any changes. If
the doctor is still concerned about soft tissue injuries, he or she may
obtain either x-rays with the head leaning forward and backwards
(dynamic x-rays) or obtain an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging study).
These dynamic x-rays or MRI scans are better able to detect injuries to
the soft tissues of the neck, especially instability, that may not been
seen with normal x-rays of the neck.
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-8476745945335208702014-01-02T11:46:00.001-06:002014-01-27T09:35:34.175-06:00What do I do if I was involved in a Car/Auto accident?! <span style="font-size: large;"><span><a href="http://ndallaschiropractic.com/custom_content/c_119757_carautoaccidents.html">WHAT IF I WAS IN AN AUTO/CAR ACCIDENT ?</a><br />
<br />
Unfortunately,
studies show that most of us will be in an auto accident at some point
in our lives. The only question remaining, is how bad will it be?<br />
The following are important things to remember if you are involved in an auto accident:<br />
<br />
1. Seek treatment as soon as possible.<br />
If
there is a chance you may be seriously hurt, you should go to the
Emergency room at your local hospital. There they can rule out fractures
and life threatening injuries.<br />
<br />
2. If you are still experiencing
pain and discomfort a few days to a couple weeks later, than you should
come to our office to find out if you have any structural damage.<br />
NOTE: The longer you wait after an accident to come to our office, typically the longer it takes to get you better.<br />
<br />
3. Most auto insurance companies have what is called <span style="font-weight: bold;">Personal injury Protection/Med Pay<span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span>. This means that your bills will be paid up to 100% up to a certain limit. Our office can check that for you.<br />
<br />
4. If the accident was not your fault. The other party's auto insurance should cover your health care expenses in our office. <span style="font-weight: bold;">We do all of the paperwork for you.</span><br />
<br />
5.
At the accident scene, get as much information on the other driver or
drivers as possible. An accident report by Police is always helpful, but
not required to have a case.<br />
<br />
6. You should never settle with an
insurance company before you have had us evaluate your injury for you.
If you settle before your injury is fully resolved, you will be
completely on your own and will have to pay out of pocket for your care.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">7.Dealing
with insurance companies can be difficult after an auto accident. We
have a number of reputable and highly qualified Attorneys who we can
refer you to for a complimentary consultation. Hiring a reputable
Attorney essentially takes you out of the direct bargaining process with
the insurance company and all the paperwork and phone calls associated
with that and lets you concentrate on healing.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">8.
Injuries sustained after a car-accident if left untreated can lead to
spinal degeneration and a host of other problems for years to come.</span><br />
FINAL NOTE: We find that many people involved in an auto accident that WAS THEIR FAULT never get treatment.<br />
This tends to be due to the fear that their insurance will go up after a claim is filed.<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Your PIP (Personal Injury Protection) is why you have auto insurance in the first place.<br />Many insurance companies will not raise your rates after 1 or even 2 accidents in the same year.</span><br />
THE INJURIES SUSTAINED IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT CAN CAUSE A HOST OF PROBLEMS FOR YEARS TO COME, OR EVEN THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.<br />
YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO COME IN AND GET CHECKED.<br />
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Call our office today at (972) 215-7720.<span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Personal Injury Protection (PIP)<span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span><br />
<br />
The
Texas Department of Insurance requires automobile insurance carriers in
our state to issue all automobile policies it writes at least $2500
worth of coverage and you have this coverage unless you reject it in
writing. Most people are unaware of this coverage or even know what it
is and therefore very few people use it. You end up paying for coverage
that they don’t inform you about and you’re entitled to.<br />
<br />
Why?
Insurance is not understood and most people rely on their agent and
claims adjusters to advise them on what to do after an accident.
Insurance is a multi-billion dollar industry and are in business to make
money. They keep their costs down, less payout, more profits and
bonuses at the end of the year. Good for them and not for you.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">What is PIP?</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">PIP
is no fault coverage similar to health insurance but on your auto
policy for your injuries and your passengers injuries. This coverage is
available regardless who is at fault.</span> Yes, you can be the cause
of the accident and you will still be covered. There’s no deductible and
no co-payment. There is other separate coverage that will cover the
other party if you were at fault. If you do not have PIP then you could
still be covered if you were in an accident in another state besides
Texas. You may also be covered if you were hit in a crosswalk by a car
or on a bicycle or borrowing someone else’s car.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">What will a claim do to my insurance rates and policy renewal?</span><br />
<br />
Under
section 5.7016 of the Texas insurance code, automobile insurance
carriers cannot non-renew you for filing one PIP claim in a 12 month
period. Also, it is unlikely that they would raise your rates for a sole
PIP claim.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Why doesn’t the other guy’s insurance pay for my medical expenses and why should I use my insurance?</span><br />
Medical
treatment is expensive and you are liable for the costs. There is a
chance that the other party may never pay for your medical expenses
leaving you a financial burden. PIP gives you peace of mind that your
medical bills are covered. If you use your health insurance, you may
have to pay a deductible and co-pays to your doctor and if the health
insurance finds out that you were in an accident they could request to
be reimbursed. Some people get referred to a medical provider by their
attorney and the medical provider agrees to be paid months or even years
later. Since there are a limited number of medical providers who agree
to this arrangement, your choice and quality of healthcare may be
limited. The answer is to use your PIP coverage so you will not have to
pay for medical expenses out of your pocket and get the best possible
healthcare treatment available for you and your family’s injuries caused
by the accident.
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-40986228294460204662014-01-02T11:43:00.000-06:002014-01-08T10:43:11.799-06:00Why an MVA can't always be Measured as to the extent of injury, But the Insurance company will try for their own Gain <span style="font-size: large;"><span>Dynamic Chiropractic – January 15, 2010, Vol. 28, Issue 02<br />
Study Confirms Flaws in Standard MVC Defense Strategy<br />
By Arthur Croft, DC, MS, MPH, FACO<br />
<br />
The
seemingly complex, or perhaps even inscrutable, calculus of what
practitioners term personal injury is, in truth, deceptively simple.
However, while it keeps getting simpler, many practitioners and lawyers
feel hopelessly wrapped around the axle of this puzzling system. The
net result is abandonment of needful patients and clients, with a
corresponding loss of revenue stream. Consider just a few facts. Motor
vehicle collisions are a leading cause of injury in the U.S. and
constitute one of our most burdensome public health dilemmas. With 3
million such injuries each year, a total recovery proportion of only
about 50 percent, a permanent disability proportion of 10-12 percent,
coupled with the fact that many of the injured are young and have many
quality life years to lose, the $43 billion annual price tag is hardly
surprising.1<br />
Auto insurers make every reasonable effort to insulate
themselves from their liability. Some would argue that they engage in
efforts most of us would consider unreasonable, if not downright
unsavory or unethical. Regardless of your personal judgment, most would
agree that over the past two decades, the insurers’ concerted and very
expensive campaign to limit claims has been fairly successful.<br />
With
Allstate taking the vanguard position with their now-famous three Ds –
delay, deny, and defend – most major auto insurers have since
instituted similar policies, and the plaintiff persona-injury bar has
more often withered than weathered. With a loss of potential legal
representation, plaintiffs have had fewer alternatives for compensation.
This often has meant that needed health care resources are simply not
available to them, which contributes further to the doleful outcome
statistics mentioned above. Since inaugurating its get-tough policy in
the mid-1990s, which was described by its consulting firm as a
transition “from good hands to boxing gloves,” Allstate has reportedly
posted surprising high profits.2 Other insurers have not failed to
notice.<br />
The Standard Defense and the Importance of Delta V<br />
How
could any of this possibly be simple? One need look no further than the
essential game plan of most defense lawyers: deception, dissimilation
and obfuscation. It requires a team of experts from the fields of
medicine (including chiropractic), accident reconstruction and
biomechanics who have collectively developed what I consider to be the
standard defense strategy. It continues to be the most successful and
widely used strategy today, having become the world standard.<br />
This
has fostered a small research industry dedicated to the production of
pro-defense literature to aid in the cause. Most is junk science. Make
no mistake, insurers have the best researchers money can buy and they
know how to get published. As a result, even many clinicians remain
split on critical issues depending on which brand of literature they
rely upon. I note, with all due respect to the Insurance Institute for
Highways Safety (IIHS) and members of the International Insurance
Whiplash Protection Group (IIWPG), that their research activities are
quite laudatory and most welcome. However, there is just a bit of
schizophrenia in this industry when it comes to research. While the
valid research of the IIHS and the IIWPG is squarely aimed at reducing
the industry payout problem by reducing the number of actual injuries,
the “other” research seems to be aimed at providing verisimilitude for
company experts to wield in courtrooms to sway jurors toward defense
theories.<br />
The standard defense has three parts and is based on the
ultimate playing field: a court of law, and, in particular, the biases
and naivete (i.e., the normal lack of specific factual information in
the field of crash traumatology) of jurors. Polls suggest that
Americans are also divided on the question of whiplash injuries. As
many as 60-70 percent consider it either definitively or very likely a
non-injury, but merely an opportunity to bilk insurers at the expense
of the rest of us policy-holders who subsidize the system through the
increasing premiums we must pay. Thus, jurors are easily misled by the
standard defense strategy because it merely reinforces that which they
already believe.<br />
The first and most fundamental part of this strategy
is to demonstrate that the forces of the collision would not have been
of a sufficient magnitude to cause injury. The common currency for
this discussion is the plaintiff vehicle’s delta V or change in
velocity. For this, an accident reconstructionist is usually employed.
Because reconstructionists are rarely allowed to provide opinions as to
injury risk, they are often followed by a biomechanist, who is granted
more latitude to venture into the discussion of injury risk. In some
cases, they are allowed to consider medical records, MRIs, etc., in
forming their opinions. Finally, the defense physician (DC, DO or MD)
adds the icing to the cake, testifying that either there was no injury
or that there was a minor straining-type injury that has long since
resolved.<br />
When pre-existing conditions are present, the plaintiff’s
complaints are often attributed to them rather than the injury. Company
doctors will typically also be of the opinion that a large portion of
the medical expenses claimed by the plaintiff are unnecessary,
unreasonable,and represent unwarranted treatment and diagnostics. Note
that low back injuries are virtually never admitted to be causally
related to low-velocity collisions. I have written a paper on this
subject which is available upon e-mail request at drcroft@san.rr.com .3<br />
As
I have so many times implored readers – and this fact is never
contested even by my small army of industry-affiliated detractors – the
entire defense mechanism just described is nothing more than a series
of interlocking nonsequiturs. The accident reconstructions and
biomechanists provide a very polished and seemingly airtight argument
based on what appear to be sound mathematical principles and classical
Newtonian physics. This is all very interesting, and would be even more
so if it had the additional virtue of being true.<br />
Delta V Not a Valid Gauge of Injury Risk?<br />
But
figures don’t always add up, which brings me back to the headline of
this article. A new study that provides further compelling evidence
that delta V, the keystone in the standard defense strategy, is not a
valid gauge of injury risk.4 The authors recruited a total of 57 people
within 48 hours of their MVCs. The subjects were recruited either from
an engineer’s office for vehicle damage assessment or an ER. The
whiplash grades ranged from 0-4 (0 indicating no claimed injury and 4
indicating fracture). The collision types included 13 frontal, 21 rear,
19 side, three multiple crashes and one rollover. There were 25 males
and 32 females with a median age of 33.<br />
In all cases a trained
engineer determined the delta V by examining both crash vehicles. The
VAS and Neck Disability Indexes (NDI) scores were tabulated. The
authors found no significant correlation between NDI and delta V, no
correlation between whiplash grade and delta V, and only a moderate
correlation between VAS reported pain and delta V. However, the R2
value (coefficient of determination) for that correlation was only
0.30, which means that 70 percent of the proportion of the variability
of pain severity was not explained by differences in delta V.<br />
There
was no lower threshold below which a large proportion would predictably
not be injured, nor was there an upper threshold above which most
would predictably be injured. This was because some people were injured
in very low velocity crashes while others were not injured despite
fairly high velocity crashes. The authors commented, “It can be
concluded that delta V is an irrelevant predictive value for cervical
spine injury after MVA [motor vehicle accident].”<br />
Some specific
findings include the following: Cervical spine fractures in frontal
crashes occurred in delta Vs of 9.3, 19.9 and 31.1 mph. Fractures in
side impacts occurred in delta Vs of 6.2 (z-joint fracture of C4), 9.9
(C7 with dislocation of C6-7), 19.9 (z-joint fracture of C2), 31.1 (C5
fracture with C5-6 dislocation and paraplegia), 32.3 (rupture of alar
ligaments), 36.0 (atlantoaxial dislocation) and 36.6 mph (rupture of
alar ligaments). There was a dens fracture in the one rollover with the
delta V reported as 9.3 mph. This article is available for free
download at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2657117.<br />
A related
component of the standard defense strategy is the property damage
issue. Specifically, the argument goes, when the property damage is
minor, an injury is very unlikely. We addressed this issue earlier in a
meta-analysis of medical and engineering literature dating back as far
as 1970 that failed to provide a clear link between property damage
and any of three outcomes: risk for acute injury, degree of injury
severity and risk for long-term symptoms.5 As I always caution readers,
this lack of correlation considers the genre of collisions producing
property damage that would be described as minor or non-severe. Clearly,
when crash severity increases beyond this, there is an increased risk
for injury or death.<br />
A related interesting paper by Viano and
Parenteau demonstrated that more than 60 percent of the National
Automotive Sampling System case database for rear impacts are for
crashes with delta Vs of under 15 mph. They noted, “In very low speed
crashes, advanced age, stenosis and degeneration of the cervical spinal
canal can lead to spinal cord injury and paralysis in crashes
otherwise not causing injury in normal adults.”6 I would also note that
it has been demonstrated rather conclusively that human variables
(i.e., risk factors) are more determinative vis-a-vis injury risk than
crash metrics in the lower crash-severity range.<br />
In the end, when
essential parts of the foundation of the defense strategy are tested,
they repeatedly fail to hold up to the scrutiny of hard science. In a
court of law, however, if the plaintiff and their experts cannot
effectively present the real facts and rebut the junk science, 12
impressionable jurors will decide the outcome of the case based on
their perception of the soundness of the arguments they heard. The
simple fact is that more often than not, the plaintiff and their
witnesses are simply not adequately prepared. Knowledge is power and
information is the currency of success.<br />
References<br />
Zaloshnja E,
Miller T, Council F, Persaud B. Comprehensive and human capital crash
costs by maximum police-reported injury severity within selected crash
types. Annu Proc Assoc Adv Automot Med, 2004;48:251-63.<br />
Berardinelli DJ. From Good Hands to Boxing Gloves: The Dark Side of Insurance. Portland: Trial Guides, LLC, 2008.<br />
Croft AC. Low back injuries in low velocity rear impact collisions. Forum, 2009;39(4):33-7.<br />
Elbel
M, Kramer M, Huber-Lang M, et al. Deceleration during “real life”
motor vehicle collisions: a sensitive predictor for the risk of
sustaining a cervical spine injury? Patient Saf Surg, 2009;3(1):5.<br />
Croft
AC, Freeman MD. Correlating crash severity with injury risk, injury
severity, and long-term symptoms in low velocity motor vehicle
collisions. Medical Science Monitor, 2005;11(10):RA316-21.<br />
Viano DC, Parenteau CS. Serious injury in very low and very high speed rear impacts. SAE, 2008;2008-01-1485.
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-91170819980892372422014-01-02T11:42:00.000-06:002014-01-31T11:06:28.192-06:00Auto/Car Accidents and whiplash and the Necessity of Chiropractic Care <span style="font-size: large;"><span>One of the most stressful events in life is dealing with the issues
that occur after an auto accident. The first thing a person thinks
about after the crash is the car. Most people are not aware that some
injuries are not detected for months or even years. Two things result
in these situations: an insurance company settles with the victim
without compensating for the pain and treatment needed from these
undiagnosed injuries, and the injury gets worse over time due to the
lack or delay of treatment. It is absolutely imperative that anybody
that is in an auto accident immediately go see a Doctor trained in soft
tissue injuries. While whiplash is a common injury from auto accidents,
another common complaint of crash victims is that they don’t “feel
like their normal selves.” They may also experience other symptoms like
dizziness, blurry vision, headaches, back pain, muscle stiffness or
spasms, neck pain, numbness and tingling, fatigue, difficulty sleeping,
irritability, memory loss and difficulty concentrating.<br />
Auto
accidents can also cause post-traumatic osteoarthritis. This can damage
your posture (producing a slumped or hump back appearance).
Osteoarthritis can also cause the discs in the spine to degenerate and
create scar tissue formation leading to chronic stiffness.<br />
According
to the Insurance Research Council, nearly 1/3 of all claimants injured
in motor vehicle accidents seek treatment from doctors of chiropractic.
That number is astounding when combined with the fact that the
National Safety Council (NSC) has determined there to be more than 12
million accidents annually involving more than 20 million vehicles.<br />
The reason people choose chiropractic care for treatment of injuries sustained in auto accidents is simple – <strong><em>chiropractic care is exceptional in the treatment of soft tissue injuries, especially of the spine</em></strong>.
Since the most common injuries associated with these events are
sprains and strains of the spinal muscles and ligaments, it’s only
natural that chiropractic be the treatment of choice. Chiropractors are
the primary care doctors trained specifically in dealing with injuries
to the spine.<br />
Much research has also found people injured in auto
accidents prefer chiropractic care for the treatment of their injuries.
One such study* evaluated 190 whiplash injury victims and found those
who received chiropractic care reported treatment satisfaction of 100%.<br />
One
major concern individuals that have lived through the experience of an
auto accident should be aware of is most medical doctors are not
trained to detect the type of soft tissue or joint<strong> </strong>injury
that does not show itself immediately. It is imperative that people
involved in auto accidents consult with a doctor who is trained in the
biomechanics of the human body; someone who treats these injuries every
day.<br />
Often, passengers can be hurt more than a driver, especially if
it is a side wreck or T-bone. Children can suffer the same injuries as
adults and should be given the same care despite a feeling by the
parent that a child can’t be “that injured” if no bones are broken or
there is no bruising to the skin. Put it this way: if damage was done
to a vehicle that actually <strong>bent</strong> metal, the people inside the vehicle surely absorbed that force as well.<br />
Due
to our bodies producing adrenaline at the time of an accident, this
hormone acts like a natural pain killer and allows us to muster the
courage to move through the impact and “take care of business”. As
mentioned above, it is often days or weeks later that the full impact of
the crash is felt. A trained doctor of chiropractic can be a
brilliant source of diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue and joint
injuries.<br />
In addition, x-rays or MRI (if indicated) will be used to
check for any structural damage. In our office, we routinely evaluate
auto accident victims and make any appropriate referrals to other
health care providers if necessary. Our primary responsibility is
providing the proper care and submitting the required medical reports
to the insurance company or attorney (if one is involved) so the rights
of the patient are protected.<br />
If we can’t help the patient, we will
refer them to a doctor or facility that can. If you have been in an
auto accident recently, there are some important decisions you have to
make, and it is critical to make the first decision be to be evaluated
by a doctor of chiropractic and get under care immediately.
</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-78415992229427529162014-01-02T11:40:00.001-06:002014-01-28T09:27:54.568-06:00North Dallas Chiropractic-Auto/Car Accident Specialists Whiplash treatme...<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="344" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/XW1I7xzVOo4" width="459"></iframe>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-74916276658544801922014-01-02T11:27:00.001-06:002014-01-30T10:23:36.865-06:00Correlating Crash Severity with Injury Risk, Injury Severity, and Long-term Symptoms in Low Velocity Motor Vehicle Collisions <div align="left" style="color: black;">
<span style="font-size: large;"><span><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span><i>M<span>edical Science Monitor</span></i><span><br />
October 2005; 11(10): RA316-321<br />
Arthur C. Croft and Michael D. Freeman<br />
<br />
These authors note: In the mid-1990s, a set of guidelines was published
by a leading U.S. auto insurer instructing claims adjusters that
injury claims resulting from motor vehicle crashes with less that
$1,000 US in claimant's vehicle property are "unlikely to — or cannot
cause significant or permanent injury" and should "be handled as a
fraudulent claim," regardless of medical evidence of injury. The "claim
goal was to close without payment."<br />
<br />
The MIST (minor impact soft tissue) protocol uses vehicle property
damage as a construct for injury, and all injury claims less than
$1,000 US of vehicle property damage are considered to be false.<br />
<br />
These authors "conducted a comprehensive best evidence synthesis of the
existing medical and engineering literature to investigate the
relationship between vehicular structural damage and occupant injury in
motor vehicle crashes."<br />
|<br />
The key points noted in this article include:</span> </span></span></span></span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;">
<span><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana;">
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">A substantial number of injuries are reported in crashes of little or no property damage.</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Property damage is an unreliable predictor of injury risk or outcome in low velocity crashes!</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">95% of rear impact injury crashes occur below 25 mph.</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Rear-end collision injury severity and duration can be reduced with a head restraint closer to the occupant's head.</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Well-done studies documented cases of injury with "almost no vehicle damage."</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">There is "no statistically significant associations between crash severity and the 6-month injury status."!</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"> "Persons who were unaware of the impending crash were significantly more likely to have persistent symptoms."</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">"No
statistically significant relationships existed between measures
of crash severity in terms of calculated velocity change or maximum
deformation and long-term symptoms."</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">There are no significant correlations between crash severity and long-term symptoms.</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">There is a substantial injury risk in frontal and rear impact low speed crashes without sustaining appreciable vehicle damage.</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">"It
seems clear that property damage in low velocity motor vehicle crashes
does not provide a reliable means of assessing the validity of injury
claims and, provides no reliable means of prognosticating long term
outcome."</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">"A
substantial number of injuries are reported in crashes of
severities that are unlikely to result in significant property damage."</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">"Property damage is neither a valid predictor of acute injury risk nor of symptom duration."</span></div>
</li>
<li style="color: black;"> <div align="left">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">"Based
upon our best evidence synthesis, the level of vehicle property damage
appears to be an invalid construct for injury presence, severity, or
duration."</span></div>
</li>
<li> <div align="left" style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"> "The MIST protocol for prediction of injury does not appear to be valid." </span></div>
<div align="left" style="color: black;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"> </span></div>
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</span></span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-25228390676892300122014-01-02T11:25:00.001-06:002014-01-22T16:52:31.169-06:00About Auto Injuries <br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">cle
accidents incur minor to moderate injury while 6 percent incur severe
to fatal injuries.</span><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=2848999884464619348&postID=3642418457023309786" name="AUTOINJURIES-STATISTICS-likelihood of being involved in a mva"></a><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">Likelihood of being Involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident</span><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">The
US Department of Transportation estimates that the typical driver will
have a near automobile accident one to two times per month and all
will be in a collision of some type on average of every 6 years.</span><span><br /><a href="http://www.dcdoctor.com/pages/rightpages_healthconditions/autoinjuries/ai_statistics.html#AUTOINJURIES-STATISTICS-page%20top/back%20to%20menu"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"></span></a></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=2848999884464619348&postID=3642418457023309786" name="AUTOINJURIES-STATISTICS-annual costs of mva"></a><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">Annual Costs of Motor Vehicle Accidents</span><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">According
to a report released back in 1993, the total costs for motor vehicle
accidents in the US was over $333 billion in 1988.</span><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=2848999884464619348&postID=3642418457023309786" name="AUTOINJURIES-STATISTICS-who pays for injuries sustained in mva"></a><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">Who Pays for Injuries Sustained in Motor Vehicle Accidents?</span><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">According to the Insurance Research Council,</span><span><br /></span> </span></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">63 percent of injuries are paid by the injured individuals own automobile insurance company</span> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">55 percent of injuries are paid by the auto insurance company of another vehicle</span> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">36 percent of injuries are paid by health insurance</span> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">20 percent of injuries are paid by government programs</span> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">19 percent of injuries are paid workers' compensation insurance</span> </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">Almost 60 percent of those injured reported to have used 2 or more sources of payment.</span><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"> </span><span style="font-family: Geneva,Helvetica,Arial;">WHAT TO DO POST-ACCIDENT</span> <span style="font-family: Geneva,Helvetica,Arial;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"> <table border="0" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"><tbody>
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<span><a href="http://ndallaschiropractic.com/custom_content/c_119757_carautoaccidents.html"><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">Schedule An Appointment</span></a> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">If
you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident you will need to
make an appointment for a brief, but thorough, examination. Often,
individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents experience minimal or no
symptoms for the first few weeks and even months. It's important to
not only receive immediate and appropriate treatment for any injuries
sustained, but also to document the extent of the injuries, if present.</span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">Failure
to obtain a timely evaluation or appropriate treatment for injuries
sustained in a motor vehicle accident may negate your ability to receive
monetary compensation for any future medical bills resulting from the
accident, negate your ability to receive pain and suffering
settlements, and negate compensation for work loss.</span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">We Will Determine...</span></div>
<div>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">When you come in, we will determine:</span></div>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">the extent of the injury or injuries</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">the number of estimated treatments required to treat your injuries</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">if referral to another medical specialist is required</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">if special tests are required (i.e. MRI, CT Scan, etc.)</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">if you need to take "injury time off" from work (and provide you with a note to present to your employer)</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">whether obtaining legal representation may be in your best interests (and recommend some excellent attorneys)</span> </li>
</ul>
<div>
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<div>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica;">If
you or someone you know has been involved in an accident, call (or
have them call) our office immediately. The quicker you receive the
care you need, the quicker your injuries will heal and the faster you
can get on with your life. Don't delay, call today!</span></div>
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</span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-49296368646335301682014-01-02T11:23:00.002-06:002014-01-20T12:02:06.433-06:00Auto/Car Accidents and whiplash and the Necessity of Chiropractic Care <span style="font-size: large;"><span><span>One of the most stressful events in life
is dealing with the issues that occur after an auto accident. The
first thing a person thinks about after the crash is the car. Most
people are not aware that some injuries are not detected for months or
even years. Two things result in these situations: an insurance
company settles with the victim without compensating for the pain and
treatment needed from these undiagnosed injuries, and the injury gets
worse over time due to the lack or delay of treatment. It is
absolutely imperative that anybody that is in an auto accident
immediately go see a Doctor trained in soft tissue injuries. While
whiplash is a common injury from auto accidents, another common
complaint of crash victims is that they don’t “feel like their normal
selves.” They may also experience other symptoms like dizziness, blurry
vision, headaches, back pain, muscle stiffness or spasms, neck pain,
numbness and tingling, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, irritability,
memory loss and difficulty concentrating.<br />
Auto accidents can also cause post-traumatic osteoarthritis. This can
damage your posture (producing a slumped or hump back appearance).
Osteoarthritis can also cause the discs in the spine to degenerate and
create scar tissue formation leading to chronic stiffness.<br />
According to the Insurance Research Council, nearly 1/3 of all
claimants injured in motor vehicle accidents seek treatment from doctors
of chiropractic. That number is astounding when combined with the
fact that the National Safety Council (NSC) has determined there to be
more than 12 million accidents annually involving more than 20
million vehicles.<br />
The reason people choose chiropractic care for treatment of injuries sustained in auto accidents is simple – <strong><em>chiropractic care is exceptional in the treatment of soft tissue injuries, especially of the spine</em></strong>.
Since the most common injuries associated with these events are
sprains and strains of the spinal muscles and ligaments, it’s only
natural that chiropractic be the treatment of choice. Chiropractors are
the primary care doctors trained specifically in dealing with
injuries to the spine.<br />
Much research has also found people injured in auto accidents prefer
chiropractic care for the treatment of their injuries. One such study*
evaluated 190 whiplash injury victims and found those who received
chiropractic care reported treatment satisfaction of 100%.<br />
One major concern individuals that have lived through the experience of
an auto accident should be aware of is most medical doctors are not
trained to detect the type of soft tissue or joint<strong> </strong>injury
that does not show itself immediately. It is imperative that people
involved in auto accidents consult with a doctor who is trained in the
biomechanics of the human body; someone who treats these injuries
every day.<br />
Often, passengers can be hurt more than a driver, especially if it is a
side wreck or T-bone. Children can suffer the same injuries as adults
and should be given the same care despite a feeling by the parent that
a child can’t be “that injured” if no bones are broken or there is no
bruising to the skin. Put it this way: if damage was done to a
vehicle that actually <strong>bent</strong> metal, the people inside the vehicle surely absorbed that force as well.<br />
Due to our bodies producing adrenaline at the time of an accident, this
hormone acts like a natural pain killer and allows us to muster the
courage to move through the impact and “take care of business”. As
mentioned above, it is often days or weeks later that the full impact of
the crash is felt. A trained doctor of chiropractic can be a
brilliant source of diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue and joint
injuries.<br />
In addition, x-rays or MRI (if indicated) will be used to check for any
structural damage. In our office, we routinely evaluate auto accident
victims and make any appropriate referrals to other health care
providers if necessary. Our primary responsibility is providing the
proper care and submitting the required medical reports to the insurance
company or attorney (if one is involved) so the rights of the patient
are protected.<br />
If we can’t help the patient, we will refer them to a doctor or
facility that can. If you have been in an auto accident recently, there
are some important decisions you have to make, and it is critical to
make the first decision be to be evaluated by a doctor of chiropractic
and get under care immediately. </span></span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-66155411978218932522014-01-02T11:21:00.001-06:002014-01-20T12:02:06.436-06:00When your body is involved in trauma, your neck is one of your most vulnerable areas. <span style="font-size: large;"><span><span>When your body is involved in trauma,
your neck is one of your most vulnerable areas. Whiplash, the hard and
fast forward-backward movement of the neck, can cause pain that can
last well after other injuries have healed. To understand why your neck
is so sore, it helps to know the anatomy involved.<br />
<br />
Whiplash can be a complicated diagnosis as the doctor tries to figure
out exactly which parts of the spine have been affected. And there are a
lot of complex parts to your cervical spine—the technical name for
your neck. The cervical spine begins at the base of the skull. It
contains seven small vertebrae (bones), which doctors label C1 to C7
(the 'C' means cervical). The numbers 1 to 7 indicate the level of the
vertebrae. C1 is closest to the skull, while C7 is closest to the
chest.</span> <span><br />
<br />
In between each vertebra are tough fibrous shock-absorbing pads called
the intervertebral discs. (These discs are what slide back and forth
during the trauma.) Each disc is made up of a tire-like outer band and a
gel-like inner substance. The outer band is called the annulus
fibrosus; the inner part is called the nucleus pulposus.</span> <span><br />
<br />
In addition to bones and discs, your cervical spine also includes the
upper region of the spinal cord, eight nerve roots, an elaborate system
of arteries and veins, 32 muscles for strength, and numerous ligaments.
For such a small area, there is a lot to your neck. That means that
there are a lot of parts that can be injured when you have whiplash.</span> <span><br />
<br />
Remarkably, the cervical spine supports the full weight of your head,
which is usually about 8 pounds—yet no other region of the spine has
such freedom of movement. The cervical spine can move your head in
nearly every direction: 90° of forward motion, 90° of backward motion,
180° of side to side motion, and almost 120° of tilt to either shoulder.</span> <span><br />
<br />
Unfortunately, this flexibility makes the neck very susceptible to pain
and injury, such as whiplash. In whiplash, those 15 pounds are
dramatically tossed frontwards then backwards—that's one important
reason to wear seatbelts properly and use airbags whenever possible.</span> <span><br />
spineuniverse.com </span></span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7269359480653658424.post-48261192074303796922014-01-02T11:18:00.001-06:002014-01-08T10:43:11.802-06:00There's still hope even if the Auto/Car Accident was your fault! <span style="font-size: large;"><span><span>Personal Injury Protection (PIP)<br />
<br />
The Texas Department of Insurance requires automobile insurance
carriers in our state to issue all automobile policies it writes at
least $2500 worth of coverage and you have this coverage unless you
reject it in writing. Most people are unaware of this coverage or even
know what it is and therefore very few people use it. You end up
paying for coverage that they don’t inform you about and you’re
entitled to.<br />
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Why? Insurance is not understood and most people rely on their agent
and claims adjusters to advise them on what to do after an accident.
Insurance is a multi-billion dollar industry and are in business to
make money. They keep their costs down, less payout, more profits and
bonuses at the end of the year. Good for them and not for you.</span> <span><br />
<br />
What is PIP?<br />
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PIP is no fault coverage similar to health insurance but on your auto
policy for your injuries and your passengers injuries. This coverage is
available regardless who is at fault. Yes, you can be the cause of
the accident and you will still be covered. There’s no deductible and
no co-payment. There is other separate coverage that will cover the
other party if you were at fault. If you do not have PIP then you
could still be covered if you were in an accident in another state
besides Texas. You may also be covered if you were hit in a crosswalk
by a car or on a bicycle or borrowing someone else’s car.<br />
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What will a claim do to my insurance rates and policy renewal?<br />
Under section 5.7016 of the Texas insurance code, automobile insurance
carriers cannot non-renew you for filing one PIP claim in a 12 month
period. Also, it is unlikely that they would raise your rates for a
sole PIP claim.<br />
Why doesn’t the other guy’s insurance pay for my medical expenses and why should I use my insurance?<br />
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Medical treatment is expensive and you are liable for the costs. There
is a chance that the other party may never pay for your medical
expenses leaving you a financial burden. PIP gives you peace of mind
that your medical bills are covered. If you use your health insurance,
you may have to pay a deductible and co-pays to your doctor and if the
health insurance finds out that you were in an accident they could
request to be reimbursed. Some people get referred to a medical
provider by their attorney and the medical provider agrees to be paid
months or even years later. Since there are a limited number of
medical providers who agree to this arrangement, your choice and
quality of healthcare may be limited. The answer is to use your PIP
coverage so you will not have to pay for medical expenses out of your
pocket and get the best possible healthcare treatment available for you
and your family’s injuries caused by the accident. </span></span></span>NORTH DALLAS PAIN AND WELLNESShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10413049701520546291noreply@blogger.com0