Car Accident Chiropractor in Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ | Post-Accident Spinal Care & Rehabilitation
After a car accident, Life Chiropractic can examine your neck, back and joints for whiplash, sprains and other injuries, and explain what we find before any care begins. At our Phoenix–Ahwatukee and North Scottsdale offices, care may include gentle adjustments, soft tissue work, massage therapy, spinal decompression when appropriate, and home exercises. If you need an MRI or a medical specialist, we’ll refer you.
Is this you?
- Your neck has been stiff or sore since the crash, even though you felt fine at the scene.
- Headaches started a day or two after the accident.
- Your back aches when you sit in the car or at your desk.
- Turning your head to check traffic is harder than it used to be.
- You were told you’re OK, but something still doesn’t feel right.
Let’s get you checked. Request your free consultation or tap to call: Call Ahwatukee: 480-460-1399 | Call Scottsdale: 480-563-5000
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Understanding Car Accident Injuries and the Need for Care
At Life Chiropractic, our goal is to help patients in Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Ahwatukee recover from accident injuries while addressing underlying spinal dysfunction that can lead to long-term problems.
Even low-speed impacts can jolt the spine and strain muscles and ligaments, and some injuries don’t cause symptoms right away.
Symptoms can show up hours or days later, so it’s worth getting checked even if you felt fine at the scene. At our Phoenix–Ahwatukee and North Scottsdale offices, we look for these injuries with a thorough assessment that includes your accident history, a physical exam and X-rays when needed.
How We Approach Car Crash Injury Rehabilitation
Your care plan is built around your exam. A post-accident plan at Life Chiropractic may include:
- Gentle adjustments to help restore joint motion
- Soft tissue work and massage therapy to help ease muscle tension
- Home exercises and posture guidance to support comfortable movement
Common Auto Injuries We Treat:
- Whiplash
- Back Pain
- Herniated Discs
- Joint Injuries
- Soft Tissue Damage
- Misalignments
Get Medical Care First If You Have…
Chiropractic care comes after serious injuries are ruled out. Call 911 or go to an emergency room after a crash if you have:
- A blow to the head, confusion, passing out, vomiting, or a headache that keeps getting worse
- Numbness, tingling or weakness in your arms or legs
- Severe neck or back pain, or pain when you try to move your neck
- Chest pain, belly pain or trouble breathing
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
If you’re pregnant, contact your OB or midwife after any crash, even a minor one. If you were checked at the scene or in the ER and told you’re OK but you’re still sore days later, that’s a good time to book an evaluation.
What to Expect at Your Visits
- Consultation. What happened in the crash, where you were sitting, whether you hit your head, and how you’ve felt since.
- Exam. Range of motion, orthopedic and neurologic tests, and a check of your neck, back and any joints that hurt.
- X-rays when appropriate. If you need an MRI or a medical specialist, we refer you.
- A clear plan. We explain what we found, whether chiropractic care is a good fit, how long we expect care to take, how often we recommend visits, and the cost.
- Progress re-checks. We re-examine you along the way and adjust your plan based on how you’re doing.
Tip: keep your accident report, medical records and receipts together in one place.
Sore since the crash? Book a free consultation, and we’ll talk through what happened and what to do next.
Book your free consult | Call Ahwatukee: 480-460-1399 | Call Scottsdale: 480-563-5000
Why Choose Life Chiropractic as Your Car Accident Chiropractor?
- Decades of experience in corrective chiropractic care
- Two convenient locations: Phoenix-Ahwatukee and North Scottsdale
- Gentle techniques suitable for a wide range of ages and injury severity
- A plan built around your exam, with regular progress re-checks
- Family-friendly care (we also provide gentle pediatric evaluation if children were involved)
Delayed Symptoms After a Car Accident
Symptoms can show up hours or days after a crash, so it’s worth getting checked even if you felt fine at the scene.
Common Delayed Symptoms After a Car Accident
Symptoms can show up hours or days after a crash. Here’s where to start.
| If you notice… | Where to start |
|---|---|
| Neck pain or stiffness | Book an evaluation. If it’s severe, or came with numbness or weakness, get medical care first. |
| Headache | A mild headache can be checked at your evaluation. A severe or worsening headache, confusion or vomiting needs emergency care. |
| Back pain | Book an evaluation. With leg weakness or bladder or bowel changes, go to the ER. |
| Numbness or tingling | See a medical provider first, especially if it’s spreading or getting worse. |
| Dizziness | See a medical provider first. |
| Shoulder, hip or knee pain | Book an evaluation once fractures have been ruled out. |
Frequently Asked Questions About Auto Accident Chiropractic Care
Can a chiropractor help after a car accident?
Chiropractic care may help with neck and back pain, whiplash, stiffness and some headaches after a crash, once serious injuries are ruled out. Your exam tells us whether it’s a good fit.
Is the consultation really free?
Yes. There’s no charge for the consultation. If you go ahead with an exam, X-rays or care, we’ll go over the cost with you first.
Will treatment hurt?
Adjustments are gentle and adapted to your injuries and comfort. Some soreness afterward is normal. If you’d rather avoid neck adjustments, tell us and we’ll talk through other options.
What happens at my first visit?
We talk through the crash and your symptoms, examine you, take X-rays when appropriate, and explain what we find before any care begins.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on your injuries and how you respond. After your exam, we explain how long we expect care to take and how often we recommend visits, and we re-check your progress along the way.
What if symptoms appear days after an accident?
That’s common. Neck pain, headaches, stiffness and back pain can show up hours or days later. Get checked, and see a medical provider first if symptoms are severe, spreading or getting worse.
Can chiropractic care help with whiplash?
Many people come to us with whiplash. Care may include gentle adjustments, soft tissue work and home exercises to help ease pain and stiffness. Read more about neck pain after a car accident.
Should I get checked after a minor accident?
It’s a good idea. Even low-speed collisions can strain muscles and ligaments, and you may not feel it right away.
Will my auto insurance cover treatment?
It depends on your policy and your claim, so check with your insurance company. At your free consultation, we’ll go over the cost of any exam or care before anything is done.
Do I need a referral before scheduling?
No. Most patients can schedule directly with our office without obtaining a referral.
Ready to Get Back on Track?
Hurting after a crash? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Book a free consultation at our Phoenix–Ahwatukee or North Scottsdale office, and we’ll help you understand your injuries and your options.
- Book online: Book your free consult
- Phoenix–Ahwatukee (4722 E Ray Rd Ste 5): Call 480-460-1399
- North Scottsdale (8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd Ste E-5): Call 480-563-5000
LOCATIONS
Phoenix - Ahwatukee
4722 E. Ray Rd. Ste 5
Phoenix AZ, 85044
Phone: 480-460-1399
Hours
Mon-Thu: 8:00AM – 12:00PM, 2:30PM – 6:00PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
North Scottsdale
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd Ste E-5
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Phone: 480-563-5000
Hours
Mon-Thu: 8:00AM – 12:00PM, 2:30PM – 6:00PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM