5 Things You Should Know If You’re Injured in A Car Accident During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 outbreak has changed life as it was, at least for the foreseeable future. Mandatory closures and stay-at-home orders, along with the ongoing threat of infection have made getting everyday services, including medical care, more challenging. However, at County Line Chiropractic Medical & Rehab Centers, we remain fully operational and ready to help relieve any accident pain you may be dealing with during this time of uncertainty. 

Unsure what to do if you are injured in a car accident during the coronavirus pandemic? Today, County Line Chiropractic offers up 5 things you should know if you are injured in a car accident during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

1. Life-threatening Injuries Are Treated in Emergency Rooms – If you are involved in an accident, and suffer life-threatening or serious injuries, you should head to the emergency room. These injuries, including head trauma, broken bones, and internal injuries, should be seen immediately by ER personnel. 
2. Telemedicine Can Help – For non-life-threatening injuries like sprains, strains, whiplash, and such, often do not require an emergency room or urgent care visit. Most primary care physicians and chiropractors have embraced telehealth options for patients. Easy to use and effective, telemedicine can help with soft tissue injuries including whiplash, torn ligaments, strains, and sprains with excellent results. Contact County Line Chiropractic to schedule an appointment today! 
3. You Can Still Have an In-Person Visit with Your Doctor, Chiropractor, or Physical Therapist – Most doctors, chiropractors, or physical therapists are still seeing patients in their offices as needed, but the process has changed. All five of our convenient South Florida locations are following strict CDC guidelines to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and keep patients safe, so make an appointment and ask what you need to do to stay safe during your visit. Patients are expected to wear masks. Our chiropractors are wearing masks, gloves, and face shields during patient interactions. Appointments are spread out and all areas are disinfected between patients.  
4. Be Persistent with Your Rehabilitation Exercises at Home – Resting is important but more important is performing your rehabilitation exercises consistently. Too much rest can be detrimental to a full recovery, while safe movements as recommended by your chiropractor can restore mobility, strength, endurance, and health. 
5. Address Your Legal Rights regarding Your Accident and Injuries – If you were injured in a car accident through no fault of your own, it is important that you address your legal rights quickly. Lawyers can help you via teleconferencing and in some cases in-person free consultations, answering your questions and ensuring you get the justice and compensation you deserve. 

If You Have Been Injured – Call on the Chiropractors at County Line Chiropractic Medical and Rehab Centers 

The professionals at County Line Chiropractic and Medical Rehab Centers are ready to treat injuries of the neuromusculoskeletal system following a car accident. As essential workers during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we are on call, ready to help relieve your pain and restore you to full health. We have CDC recommended hygienic practices in place to ensure your safety. 

If you have been injured in an accident, contact the team at County Line Chiropractic Medical & Rehab Centers today!