Auto Injury & Car Accident Chiropractic Care in Hillsboro

Next Steps After a Car Accident:

1. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION
Even if you feel okay initially, some injuries can develop later.

2. OPEN YOUR PIP CLAIM
Oregon Personal Injury Protection (PIP) law ensures you are covered for at least $15,000 in medical coverage. You are eligible for medical coverage whether regardless of fault. Your PIP claim can be opened under the insured vehicle’s insurance company (1st Party) by phone, online, or mobile app. Call your car insurance company or the insurance of the vehicle you were in to open a claim.

3. SCHEDULE AN EVALUATION
Your team will evaluate symptoms and develop an individualized treatment plan, including sending out referrals for imaging and specialists where needed.

4. FOLLOW YOUR TREATMENT PLAN
Consistent care and progress evaluations help support your recovery.

Symptoms to watch for:

Some car accident injuries aren't immediately obvious. Symptoms such as neck pain, back pain, headaches, light sensitivity, muscle soreness, stiffness, dizziness, or reduced mobility may develop hours or even days after an accident. If you're experiencing new or worsening symptoms after a collision, an evaluation can help identify injuries and determine the right course of care.

• Neck pain or stiffness

• Back pain

• Headaches

• Whiplash symptoms

• Muscle soreness or tension

• Shoulder pain

• Reduced range of motion

• Pain that develops after the accident