Fender Benders Cause Injuries, Too. If You’re in Pain After a Fender Bender, it’s Worth Seeing a Professional. Here’s Why.

Dr. Tan Tran, DC • April 15, 2022
Fender benders are usually framed as nothing to worry too much about. Usually, they’re known to come with nothing more than a few unpleasant inconveniences: some paperwork, a few visits to the mechanic, and potentially a missed appointment or two. Though fender benders are certainly mild compared to the word case scenarios that unfortunately happen all too often on the road, they’re not something to dismiss right away. Pain after a fender bender isn’t just possible–it’s common, and it’s something that you should take seriously if you’re experiencing it. Today, we’re taking a closer look at why you might be in pain after a fender bender, as well as how to move forward if that’s the case.

The Truth About Accidents

Accidents, no matter how mild they may be, are a shock to our system. They usually involve–at the very least–some jolting and impact, not to mention mental stress and emotional distress. All of these factors combined can lead not only to pain, stiffness, and injury, but they can also delay your ability to actually feel the full extent of your injuries. If you were recently involved in a fender bender, it’s highly advisable that you go see a doctor even if you feel fine, just to rule out the possibility of under-the-radar issues.

Common Fender Bender Injuries

Fender benders rarely cause injuries that are immediately life-threatening, but they can often cause injuries or pains that have a notable impact on your quality of life. Some of the most common issues that drivers (and passengers) experience after involvement in a fender bender include:
  • Whiplash
  • Mild concussions
  • Cuts, scrapes, and bruising
  • Neck pain/stiffness
  • Back pain/stiffness
  • Recurrent or chronic pain

The above issues may not require you to be rushed to surgery, but they can seriously impact your mobility and lifestyle–especially if they go untreated. Not as commonly but still very possibly, fender benders can cause injuries that do require immediate attention and carry a higher risk, including:

  • Broken bones
  • Internal bleeding
  • Burns or deep cuts
  • Severe concussions

No matter your pain or discomfort level, absolutely see a medical professional if you experienced any of the symptoms or injuries outlined above.

How a Chiropractor Can Help

Chiropractors specialize in treating the neuromusculoskeletal system, which encompasses your bones, joints, muscles, nerves, and tendons. This makes chiropractors among the best go-to medical professionals to help with any degree of pain, stiffness, mobility limitations, or discomfort that you may be experiencing after a car accident–even if it was “just” a fender bender.

A quality chiropractor will work with you to address the root causes of your pain, coming up with a treatment plan that makes sense for your injury, physical goals, and lifestyle in order to get you back on track at a pace that works for you. If you’ve had any pain at all since your fender bender, don’t put off seeing a trusted chiropractor as soon as possible.

A good chiropractor can help you get pain relief and improve your mobility if you’re in pain after a fender bender. To learn more about how a chiropractor can help you address your injuries, check out this eBook.
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