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Accident Prevention | Mar 22, 2021

Most Common Injuries for Young Athletes

Children gain a wide range of benefits from participating in sports, from learning teamwork and confidence to improved health through physical activity. However, sports are not without their risks, and injuries can occur in any sport that children play. In fact, more than 2.6 million people under the age of…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Mar 15, 2021

4 Effective Treatment Options for Tennis Elbow

You don’t have to be Rafael Nadal or Serena Williams to get tennis elbow; in fact, you don’t even have to play tennis to develop tennis elbow pain! While racquet sports are commonly associated with tennis elbow, it can also develop due to other repetitive motions and overuse of your…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Mar 1, 2021

Does a Headache After a Car Accident Mean That I Have Whiplash?

Headaches are common after a car accident, along with other simple aches and pain. Not only did your body suffer from trauma, but you may be stressed from all the logistics of a crash. So if your head is pounding, you may be wondering if it even means anything. Is…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Feb 8, 2021

What Kind of Doctor Treats Sciatica?

Sciatica is something that many people, as many as 40%, will experience in their lifetime. However, it is not a disease or condition on its own but is instead a symptom of underlying conditions. There are a variety of reasons sciatica can occur, which also means that the proper care…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Feb 1, 2021

What to Do About Stomach Pain and Diarrhea After an Accident?

You may not immediately relate stomach pain or digestive issues to your recent car crash, but they can be connected and should be taken as seriously as any other symptoms. While it may be nothing or related to the stress of the event, these symptoms can point to other, serious…

Chiropractic | Jan 28, 2021

7 Fun Facts About Chiropractic Care

Whether you visit the chiropractor regularly or have never been before, there is always more you can learn about the profession. From the history of how chiropractic care came into existence to the modern training these practitioners undergo, below are some tidbits that might make your next trip to a…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jan 27, 2021

Is It Normal to Have a Headache After a Car Accident?

After being involved in a car accident, the aftermath can be filled with various physical symptoms, some more obvious than others. While scrapes and bruises are easily noticeable, internal injuries may not manifest immediately. One common post-accident symptom is headaches. But how do you know whether it's a result of…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Dec 24, 2020

Is a Chiropractor Considered a Doctor?

When it comes to finding a doctor to help treat your illness or injury, it can be confusing knowing what type of doctor to see. We are most familiar with our primary care doctor and what to do in emergencies, but what about pain that won’t go away? Or if…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Dec 17, 2020

What Doctor to See After a Car Accident

Car accidents can be a very stressful, overwhelming experience, and adding an injury on top of that certainly doesn’t help. The most common car accident injury is actually whiplash, and it can cause pain and discomfort in your head, neck, back, and even shoulders. If you notice headaches, sore or…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Nov 25, 2020

How to Find a Doctor After a Car Accident

Being in a car accident can be scary in a number of ways. Not only do you have to deal with police reports, insurance, and possibly lawyers, but it can be emotionally draining as well. On top of all of that, you may have car accident injuries that need to…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Nov 18, 2020

How Long Should I Go to Physical Therapy After a Car Accident?

When you’ve been injured in a car accident, it is important to follow through with your recommended treatment so you can fully recover. One part of the recovery and healing process might be seeing a physical therapist for your injuries. Treatment for whiplash and other car accident injuries should be…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Oct 13, 2020

What Happens If a Herniated Disc Goes Untreated?

If you’ve ever suffered from a herniated disc, you know how painful the spinal disturbance can be. But the good news is, with early diagnosis and a regular treatment plan, most people are able to recover and avoid chronic pain and persistent issues. As soon as you suspect a herniated…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Oct 6, 2020

Is It Normal to Feel Worse After Seeing a Chiropractor?

Many people go to the chiropractor for help with pain, especially in the neck and back. There are a number of reasons why you might seek out chiropractic care for pain, like for help with migraines, a herniated disc, or chronic lower back pain. Car accident victims also look to…

General | Sep 11, 2020

How to Pick a Good Chiropractor

Finding the right chiropractor for you can be a tough decision when you aren’t sure where to start or how to look. When you are looking for a College Park chiropractor, it can be helpful to learn more about a chiropractor, their practice, and how they treat their practice members.…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Sep 4, 2020

How Long Should I See a Chiropractor After a Car Accident?

The short answer is: as long as you want! When it comes to chiropractic care, many who initially begin treatment with a chiropractor for a specific injury, like one resulting from a car accident, end up continuing chiropractic treatments long after the initial symptoms have dissipated and the injury is…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Aug 12, 2020

How to Treat Whiplash

During a car accident, your body is likely to experience trauma of some sort, and the most common forms of trauma are not necessarily visible from the outside. Whiplash is the most common car accident injury, but despite its prevalence, diagnosing this condition usually relies on monitoring symptoms and tests…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jul 30, 2020

How Long Does Whiplash Last?

The most common injury sustained in a car accident is whiplash, a form of neck strain that can occur in even very mild crashes. For many people, it will be hours or even days after the crash before they begin to notice the pain, and it may worsen over time.…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jul 28, 2020

What to Expect (Physically) After a Car Accident

Believe it or not, injuries sustained in a car accident might not be obvious to you right away. Instead, symptoms can take days or weeks to appear. Even when delayed, it is important to look out for these symptoms and know when to visit a College Park chiropractor to seek…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jul 21, 2020

3 Most Common Car Accident Injuries

When you’re involved in a car accident, you may immediately begin assessing any damage to your car- but your car isn’t the only thing that can be hurt in a collision. Even in a low-impact situation, it’s common to experience a variety of issues following a car accident. Just like…

General | Mar 20, 2020

Covid 19 Update

Injury Treatment at AICA During Outbreak To Our Valued Patients, As you know, we deeply care about the wellbeing and safety of each of our patients, and that sentiment continues as we navigate this new virus. AICA Orthopedics will continue to serve car accident and personal injury victims during this…