Car Accident Chiropractor in Tulsa
Common injuries after a car accident
Some symptoms start right away. Others take 12 hours to a few days to show up, so get checked within the first few days, even after a small crash.
How we treat car accident injuries
We find the joints and soft tissue the crash jarred, then help them move normally again.
What to expect at your first visit
Paying for care after a crash
Oklahoma is an at-fault state, so the at-fault driver’s liability insurance is where a claim starts. Medical payments coverage on your own auto policy, called Med Pay, can pay for your care no matter who was at fault, and your health insurance may cover a share. Call your insurance agent, or your attorney if you have one, before your first visit. We verify your health insurance benefits ahead of time and can walk you through cash plan options. This is general information, not legal advice.
When to go to the ER first
Most whiplash is not an emergency. Some crash injuries are. Call 911 or go to the ER if you cannot move an arm or hand, you have numbness, tingling, or weakness in an arm or hand, you have trouble walking, swallowing, or breathing, or you notice signs of a head injury such as confusion, slurred speech, a headache that keeps getting worse, or repeated vomiting. Then bring that paperwork to us.
Car accident questions, answered
How soon after a car accident should I see a chiropractor?
Within the first few days, even if you felt fine at the scene. Whiplash symptoms can take 12 hours to a few days to appear, and an exam while the crash is fresh gives you a clear record of how your neck and back are moving. If you have red-flag symptoms like weakness, numbness, confusion, or a worsening headache, go to the ER first.
The ER said nothing was broken. Should I still come in?
Yes. The ER’s job is to rule out fractures and head injury. Ours is to find the joints and soft tissue that are not moving right. Bring your paperwork and any X-ray or CT results, and we will factor them into your exam.
Do I need a referral or an attorney to be seen?
No. You can book directly with us. If an attorney is handling your claim, bring their contact information so we can send records where they need to go.
Does car insurance pay for chiropractic care in Oklahoma?
It can, depending on the policies involved. The at-fault driver’s liability coverage is where a claim starts. Your own policy may include medical payments coverage, which pays for your injuries regardless of fault, or uninsured motorist coverage if the other driver had none. Call your agent, and we will verify your health benefits before your visit.
What should I bring to my first visit after an accident?
Your photo ID, your health insurance card, any auto claim number and adjuster contact, and paperwork from the ER or urgent care if you went. A short note on when each symptom started helps too.
How long does whiplash take to heal?
Most cases are minor and improve within a couple of weeks. Some people deal with pain, headaches, and dizziness longer. After your exam we lay out a plan with the expected number of visits, and we adjust it as you improve. Read our full guide: After a Car Accident in Tulsa: When to See a Chiropractor.
We see patients from south Tulsa, midtown, Jenks, Bixby, Broken Arrow, and Owasso.