Auto Accident Injuries
Auto Accident Injuries in Annapolis, MD
Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Care After a Car Accident
An accident can change your routine in an instant.
Maybe you're commuting through Annapolis.
Maybe you were heading toward Route 50.
Maybe traffic on Forest Drive or West Street brought everything to a sudden stop.
Maybe you were driving across the Bay Bridge or through Anne Arundel County.
Regardless of where it happened, dealing with an accident can be stressful enough without trying to figure out what to do about new neck, back, or musculoskeletal symptoms.
At Shakley Chiropractic in Annapolis, we provide personalized chiropractic and rehabilitation care for people recovering from auto accidents.
Our approach is straightforward:
Listen. Evaluate. Explain. Plan.
Schedule an Auto Accident Evaluation
After an Annapolis Car Accident
The first priority after a collision is always safety.
Depending on the circumstances, you may need:
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Emergency medical care
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Evaluation by your physician
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Diagnostic testing
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Follow-up healthcare
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Musculoskeletal evaluation
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Rehabilitation
If you're experiencing serious or potentially life-threatening symptoms, seek emergency medical attention.
For non-emergency musculoskeletal complaints, an appropriate evaluation can help determine what type of care may be appropriate.
Why You May Feel Fine at First
Immediately after a collision, your attention may be focused on:
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Getting somewhere safe
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Calling the police
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Exchanging information
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Contacting your insurance company
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Arranging transportation
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Getting your vehicle repaired
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Figuring out how you're getting to work
You may not immediately notice every change in your body.
Later, you may begin noticing:
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Neck stiffness
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Back pain
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Headaches
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Shoulder tension
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Muscle soreness
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Reduced range of motion
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Pain when driving
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Difficulty sitting
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Discomfort during your normal activities
If symptoms develop or persist, don't simply assume they'll disappear.
Whiplash & Neck Pain After a Collision
Your head and neck can experience sudden movement during a collision.
This type of acceleration-deceleration event is commonly associated with whiplash.
Symptoms may include:
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Neck pain
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Neck stiffness
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Headaches
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Shoulder discomfort
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Upper-back pain
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Reduced range of motion
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Muscle tenderness
Your symptoms—and the appropriate approach to care—depend on your individual circumstances.
Annapolis Auto Accident Injuries We Evaluate
Neck & Whiplash Symptoms
Difficulty turning your head can make driving, working, and everyday activities difficult.
Back Pain
Back discomfort can interfere with sitting, standing, walking, exercising, and working.
Headaches
New headaches after an accident warrant appropriate attention, especially when severe or accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder discomfort may occur after a collision and can affect reaching, lifting, exercising, and everyday activities.
Muscle Tightness
Muscles may become sore or tense following an accident.
Mobility Problems
You may notice that movements you normally take for granted are suddenly uncomfortable.
Your Recovery Should Fit Your Life
Annapolis is a community of commuters, professionals, families, business owners, military personnel, students, athletes, and active adults.
An injury can affect all of them differently.
Maybe your biggest concern is:
Getting back to work.
Maybe it's:
Being able to drive comfortably again.
Maybe it's:
Picking up your child.
Maybe it's:
Getting back to the gym.
Maybe it's:
Returning to running, golf, boating, or another activity you enjoy.
That's why our approach starts with understanding what you need to get back to doing.
A Personalized Approach to Auto Accident Care
We Listen
We'll discuss:
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What happened
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When it happened
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How you felt immediately afterward
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When symptoms developed
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How your symptoms have changed
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What activities are difficult now
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Relevant medical history
We Evaluate
We'll perform an appropriate examination based on your symptoms and presentation.
We Explain
We'll discuss our findings in straightforward language.
We Plan
If chiropractic or rehabilitation care is appropriate, we'll explain the options available for your situation.
What Makes Shakley Chiropractic Different?
A Rehabilitation-Focused Approach
Our practice isn't built around simply getting you onto a treatment table and sending you home.
We incorporate chiropractic care with rehabilitation-focused services like physical therapy when appservices including
Personalized Care
Your accident isn't identical to someone else's.
Your care shouldn't be either.
An Established Annapolis Practice
Shakley Chiropractic has an established history of providing chiropractic and rehabilitation services in Annapolis.
Clear Communication
You should understand what we're evaluating, what we're finding, and what your options are.
What Happens at Your First Appointments?
Consultation
We'll talk about your accident, symptoms, history, and goals.
Examination
We'll perform an appropriate examination based on your presentation.
Explanation
We take the time to thoroughly evaluate your condition and set aside time to sit down and review your case one-on-one.
Recommendations
If chiropractic or rehabilitation care is appropriate, we'll discuss a plan.
If your condition requires another level of medical care, we'll let you know.
What If You've Already Seen Another Doctor?
That's okay.
Bring relevant records, imaging reports, discharge paperwork, or other information when available.
Different healthcare professionals may evaluate different aspects of your condition.
Our role is to evaluate your musculoskeletal presentation and determine whether chiropractic or rehabilitation care may be appropriate.
What If the Accident Happened on the Bay Bridge?
The location of the collision doesn't change the basic principle:
Serious injuries require appropriate medical attention.
If you have non-emergency musculoskeletal symptoms afterward, an appropriate evaluation may help you determine what to do next.
For severe headache, loss of consciousness, significant weakness or numbness, difficulty breathing, chest pain, confusion, significant bleeding, or other potentially serious symptoms, seek emergency medical attention.
What If the Accident Happened During My Commute?
A collision can make an already busy schedule even more difficult.
If you're commuting between Annapolis, Baltimore, Washington, or surrounding communities, symptoms can become particularly frustrating when you're spending significant time behind the wheel.
Neck stiffness, back pain, headaches, or difficulty sitting can make your normal commute uncomfortable.
Our goal is to help you understand your condition and work toward appropriate functional goals.
Getting Back to Annapolis Life
Recovery isn't just about reducing a symptom.
It's about getting back to the activities that matter to you.
That could mean:
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Returning to work
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Driving comfortably
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Caring for your family
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Exercising
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Running
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Golfing
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Getting back on the water
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Enjoying Annapolis
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Returning to your normal routine
We'll keep your individual goals in mind when discussing your care.
Serving Annapolis & Anne Arundel County
Our Annapolis office serves patients from Annapolis and surrounding communities, including:
Annapolis • Arnold • Cape St. Claire • Severna Park • Crofton • Eastport • Parole • Riva • Edgewater • Davidsonville • and surrounding Anne Arundel County communities
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see a chiropractor after a car accident?
Depending on your condition, chiropractic care may be appropriate. An individualized evaluation can help determine whether it is appropriate for you.
How quickly should I be evaluated?
There isn't a single timeframe appropriate for everyone. If symptoms develop or persist after a collision, contact an appropriate healthcare professional.
What is whiplash?
Whiplash generally describes an injury involving the neck associated with sudden acceleration-deceleration forces.
Can you treat back pain after a collision?
We evaluate musculoskeletal complaints, including back pain, and determine whether chiropractic or rehabilitation care may be appropriate.
What if my pain started several days after the accident?
Symptoms can change following a collision. If new or persistent symptoms develop, an appropriate evaluation may help determine what is going on.
Do I need an attorney?
Legal questions about fault, liability, insurance claims, or compensation should be directed to an appropriately qualified attorney or insurance professional. Our role is healthcare.
What if I was already seen in the emergency room?
Bring relevant records or imaging information when available. We'll consider that information as part of understanding your situation.
Been in an Accident in Annapolis?
Let us help you understand your next step.
If you're experiencing new or persistent musculoskeletal symptoms after an auto accident, contact Shakley Chiropractic in Annapolis.
Shakley Chiropractic — Annapolis, MD
Personalized Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
185 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Suite 100
Annapolis, MD 21401