If you’ve been involved in a car accident, then it’s a good idea to see a chiropractor within 72 hours of the accident. However, the first thing you should do is seek medical attention. It’s advised that you visit a hospital or urgent care for evaluation and treatment of your injuries. Your doctor may advise you to visit a chiropractor right away or to wait a day or two.
If your doctor diagnoses you with whiplash or back pain then you want to get into the chiropractor sooner than later. Don’t wait for the insurance settlement as it may take a significant amount of time. It’s important to have a chiropractic evaluation done before your pain gets worse.