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You Need to Visit Your Chiropractor after Any Accident, No Matter How Small
The first question of every person ever in a car accident, no matter how minor, is of medical treatment.
There are many minor fender bender car accidents where you may think โI am fine, it was just a minor accidentโ. Any injuries you might have sustained may allow you to walk away from the scene of the accident feeling ok, but you have to remember that your body is currently sending out fight or flight hormones to keep you going and protect you. The next couple of days following the accident you begin to feel the impact.
In Florida you have only 14 days under PIP (Personal Injury Protection) coverage on your auto insurance to initiate medical treatment. If it is not started within that range your bills become your own and must come out of pocket.ย Auto accidents are covered under your insurance policyโs PIP.
Even if you have walked away from an accident, you may notice soreness or pain in your back, neck, ribs, chest, and even knee, ankle, arm, shoulder, or wrists.
Do not speak with any insurance personnel regarding your physical state before you are evaluated. Wrong wording or just casually off handedly saying โI feel okโ or โI am fineโ can affect a future settlement decision.
Visiting your chiropractor for an exam and adjustment following an accident can save you pain in the future. No matter how low of a speed you may have been going, even a slow impact at 10mph can throw you out of alignment causing soft tissue damage.
In the days following the accident you may notice:
- Headaches
- Neck Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Dizziness
- Concussion
- Throbbing sensations
- Sciatica
- Confused/Foggy feelings
- Burning
- Knee Pain
- Radicular pain
These conditions can be treated naturally with chiropractic and other manual treatments such as ice/heat, electrical stimulation, decompression, and massage.
Kaster Chiropractic’s staff is happy to take care of all the paperwork pertaining to their treatment on your behalf. If you have been involved in an accident donโt wait.
The time to get treatment is now.
Chiropractor/Nutritionist in Ft Myers, FL
Chiropractic care is aย safe, alternative treatmentย when applied appropriately. Chiropractic treatments help in dealing with the symptoms of manyย conditions.
Are you going to wait for your symptoms to be felt, or are you going to prevent it as soon as possible?
Kaster Chiropractic is a chiropractic office in Fort Myers. Call today to create optimal health for you and your family.
Boost Your Health With Bone Broth Soup
Through this pandemic, it is more important than ever to keep your immune system strong and healthy.
Bone broth is an easy and inexpensive way to help your body do just that. It is a great way to strengthen your immunity as well as help heal the human body.
The gelatin found in bone broth supports digestion as well as helps to keep bones strong with collagen supply. Adding this broth to your diet can help reduce joint pain and lower inflammation. It contains elements of glucosamine, chondroitin sulfates and other health-boosting compounds.
Adding to the anti-inflammatory properties this soup also contains arginine, glycine, and proline as well as calcium and magnesium for bone strength. Bone broth soups can be made from any animal bone โ chicken, beef, fish, pork, and lamb. Grass-fed animal bones would be best to avoid any contaminants.
There is truth in the old wivesโ tale of chicken soup for a cold or flu. Bone broth is nutrient-rich and can help your body heal. If you are experiencing frequent colds, cases of flu, digestive issues, allergies, brain health, and even autoimmune issues, it just may benefit you.
The Recipe:
INGREDIENTS
- 2-4 lbs. of bones from a healthy source
- 4 Carrots cut up
- 3 Onions cut up
- Fresh Parsley (1/2 cup)
- Pink Salt (dash)
- 1 Garlic clove
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 4 Qt. Filtered water
DIRECTIONS
Firstย โ In a large pot place the ribs, bones, water, and vinegar. Let it sit for an hour on low heat. This allows the minerals to leach from the bones.
Secondย โ Add the vegetables in and bring the water to a boil. A weird filmy scum will form on the top of the pot. Scrape that off and throw it away.
Thirdย โ Lower to a simmer. Cover and cook for 24-72 hours. This can also be done in a crockpot. Just transfer it over.
Fourthย โ When you are almost done, add in the garlic, parsley, and salt. It only really needs to be in there for 15 minutes to absorb. You may then turn off the heat.
Fifthย โ Allow the broth to cool, then strain the broth removing all of the bones. You can keep it in the refrigerator for a week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Consuming a cup of this broth a day has been shown to help boost health.
The Aftermath of a Car Accident – How to Cope
Car accidents are one of the most traumatic experiences you can have in life. That horrible feeling that time is slowed, the brace for impact, and finally that jarring body jolting slam as the collision happens… there is a moment of pause where everything just stands still… and then reality sets back in and you have to gather your thoughts and refocus… “Am I hurt?”
Immediatelyย following an accident you will be asked if you would like to go to the hospital to be examined.
In Florida, you have 14 days to seek medical treatment for an accident from any and all sources. The claimย must be started or youย by law release your right to coverage under your insuranceโs PIP (personal injury protection) as well as potentially your right to sue for damages.
Even a minor accident can throw your body out of alignment causing soft tissue damage. It’s in your best interest to go see your chiropractor as soon as possible.
Soft tissue injuries lead to pain, swelling, and inflammation. It is vital that they are properly treated to ensure the best healing circumstance possible and get you on the road to recovery.
Your health should be your number one concern in an accident. At the office of Dr. Jason Kaster, D.C. they specialize in auto accident recovery offering not only chiropractic but many alternative adjacent therapies such as decompression, ultrasound, and electro-stimulation as well as therapeutic massage services right in the office.
When you visit your chiropractor a claim will be initiated by your insurance carrier. You may also keep a journal and claim mileage to and from all medically related appointments for reimbursement. They will pay your doctor(s) directly in your name. This allows you to get the treatment you need with no upfront out of pocket cost.
PIP with no additional medical coverage selected in Florida is valued at $10,000.ย If you have elected additional medical coverage that can be utilized as well. This can go a long way in getting you back to health. If medical bills exceed your allowed amounts you may want to consult with an auto injury attorney as well.
If you have been involved in an accident in Southwest, Florida please call 239-332-2555 or visit www.drkasters.com for more information or to schedule your appointment.