Category: Car Accident

What to Do 24 Hours After Your Car Accident

Women holding her neck in pain after a car accident

You’ve just been in a car accident. It’s totally normal to panic and not know what to do next. While your thoughts might initially fall to the state of your car or even getting a lawyer, take a moment to slow down. The most important thing you can do in the first 24 hours is… Read more »

How to Treat Persistent Rotator Cuff Pain After a Car Accident

Physical Therapist assessing patient with persistent rotator cuff pain after a car accident

The rotator cuff, composed of four muscles and tendons, stabilizes the shoulder joint and allows for a broad range of motion. When this area is injured, the resulting pain can linger, affecting your daily routine and overall quality of life. Unfortunately, damage to the rotator cuff happens often in car accidents. In fact, it is… Read more »

The Best Way to Manage an Ankle Injury After a Pedestrian Car Accident

At CT Physical Therapy, we have treated many patients who have been hit by a car while crossing the street. They often hurt their legs and ankles, causing sprains and severe fractures. Most of them come to us after a few weeks with tightness and weakness, whereas others present with severe joint stiffness. Knowing how… Read more »

The Best Way to Manage Shoulder Pain After a Seatbelt Injury in a Car Accident

Young woman gripping her shoulder in pain after a car accident engaged her seat belt and locked into place

Seatbelts are safety measures to protect your body in a car accident. While seatbelts save lives, however, the force to restrain the body can cause shoulder injuries. Managing shoulder issues with proper care is crucial for your healing.
 This blog shows the best way to manage shoulder pain after a seatbelt injury in a car… Read more »

Whiplash Recovery Guide: How to Manage Neck Pain After a Car Accident 

Man grabbing at his neck in pain from an injury sustained after experiencing whiplash in a car accident.

“The crash happened in a split second, but the real neck pain often waits until the next morning. If you are waking up with stiffness or headaches after an accident, don’t guess your way through recovery. From the ‘Ice vs. Heat’ rule to the best sleeping positions, here is your step-by-step guide to managing whiplash and feeling better fast.”

How to Deal with an Auto Injury: Recovery & Claims Guide

Physical therapist consulting with a patient about auto injury recovery in a modern clinic. Text overlay reads: Auto Injury Recovery Guide.

Did you know your medical records are your strongest legal evidence? Learn how to navigate the 4 phases of auto injury recovery. We explain “silent” symptoms like whiplash and how to ensure your treatment is paid for by insurance.

How to Manage an Injury: Recovery Guide | Woodside PT

Whether you hurt your back lifting a box, twisted a knee playing soccer, or are suffering from whiplash after a car accident, the uncertainty of “what do I do now?” can be as painful as the injury itself. At CT Physical Therapy Care in Woodside, NY, we believe that understanding your injury is the first… Read more »