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What to Do After an Accident or Injury All too often, people are injured because of someone else’s negligence. Even if this has never happened to you, there is a good chance it could in the future. You may even know someone who has to deal with the pain and anguish that someone else’s negligence causes. If this is ever the case, you can benefit from knowing the right moves to make. The more information you can gather right at the scene, the better your case will be. Too many times, people don’t think about the evidence they could have gathered until it is too late. First of all, if you’re conscious after the accident, take photos immediately. You should be able to provide evidence of the conditions at the exact time of the accident or injury, such as weather conditions, faulty car conditions, or wet floors. Whatever you see that could have caused the accident, snap a photo. It will definitely come in handy. The next thing you must do is visit a medical professional. In many cases, you will be transported to the hospital immediately, but if you aren’t, you should take yourself there. Even if you don’t feel any pain, it is important to get checked out. Your adrenaline could be masking problems, and you won’t feel them until later. After you have seen a doctor, make sure that you have accurate records of the findings. Your attorney will want to have notes on all of your injuries and how the accident may have caused them. Many people stop here, take the pain medication and get on with their lives, but the truth is that you might never get rid of the pain completely if you don’t find the root of the problem. Back and neck pain as a result of an accident could be treated by a chiropractor . Instead of taking pain medication for the rest of your life, consider chiropractic treatment and therapy. It could solve the very root of the problem, which will then rid you of your pain for good. Of course, the records from your chiropractor can also be used in your case, so be sure he or she knows that you’re visiting because of an accident . Your lawyer will thank you for your diligence when you’re in the courtroom seeking justice. If you or someone you know in the Metro-Atlanta area has been injured in an accident and needs medical attention, please call us at (678) 223 – 3900 or visit our website at PremierHealthRehab.com Have a health question or concern? Join others asking for medical advice by becoming a fan at Facebook.com/AtlantaChiropractor

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What to Do After an Accident or Injury

All too often, people are injured because of someone else’s negligence. Even if this has never happened to you, there is a good chance it could in the future. You may even know someone who has to deal with the pain and anguish that someone else’s negligence causes. If this is ever the case, you can benefit from knowing the right moves to make. The more information you can gather right at the scene, the better your case will be. Too many times, people don’t think about the evidence they could have gathered until it is too late.

First of all, if you’re conscious after the accident, take photos immediately. You should be able to provide evidence of the conditions at the exact time of the accident or injury, such as weather conditions, faulty car conditions, or wet floors. Whatever you see that could have caused the accident, snap a photo. It will definitely come in handy.

The next thing you must do is visit a medical professional. In many cases, you will be transported to the hospital immediately, but if you aren’t, you should take yourself there. Even if you don’t feel any pain, it is important to get checked out. Your adrenaline could be masking problems, and you won’t feel them until later. After you have seen a doctor, make sure that you have accurate records of the findings. Your attorney will want to have notes on all of your injuries and how the accident may have caused them.

Many people stop here, take the pain medication and get on with their lives, but the truth is that you might never get rid of the pain completely if you don’t find the root of the problem. Back and neck pain as a result of an accident could be treated by a chiropractor. Instead of taking pain medication for the rest of your life, consider chiropractic treatment and therapy. It could solve the very root of the problem, which will then rid you of your pain for good. Of course, the records from your chiropractor can also be used in your case, so be sure he or she knows that you’re visiting because of an accident. Your lawyer will thank you for your diligence when you’re in the courtroom seeking justice.

If you or someone you know in the Metro-Atlanta area has been injured in an accident and needs medical attention, please call us at (678) 223 – 3900 or visit our website at PremierHealthRehab.com

Have a health question or concern? Join others asking for medical advice by becoming a fan at Facebook.com/AtlantaChiropractor