TORONTO, Oct. 12, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genesis Rehabilitation announced that the practice offers specialized motor vehicle accident rehabilitation (MVR) for auto accident injury victims. MVR treats a variety of common car accident injuries, including whiplash, by addressing the root cause for pain through non-invasive treatments. The practice also integrates corrective exercises into treatment plans in order to restore a full range of mobility to the body. From the initial visit and accident evaluation to a comprehensive treatment plan, chiropractor Dr. Philip Palmer, DC says that chiropractic care and physiotherapy is essential to helping auto accident victims heal faster after auto accidents.
Individuals who have recently been in a car accident may benefit from integrating a multidisciplinary approach into their injury rehabilitation program. Unlike a broken bone, musculoskeletal injuries and ligament tears following a car accident can be more difficult to diagnose, says chiropractor Dr. Philip Palmer. Consequently, a prompt physical evaluation following the auto accident can make the difference between a short or lengthy recovery.
"Rehabilitative care is beneficial for three key reasons: providing immediate pain relief; restoring mobility to the body; and treating whiplash injuries," said Dr. Palmer, the clinical director at Genesis Rehabilitation. "Back pain, neck pain and headaches are common following motor vehicle accidents. Treatment provides immediate relief by targeting the root cause for a patient's pain."
Stiffness and soreness is common following car accidents, especially for victims who sustain whiplash injuries. Dr. Palmer stressed that even a seemingly minor fender bender can whip the cervical spine beyond its normal range of motion. This whipping motion can cause a spinal misalignment and muscle spasm that leads to neck pain, headaches, and other health problems including dislocation.
"Hands-on chiropractic care is a safe, effective way to restore proper alignment to the spine" said Dr. Palmer. "Aside from Chiropractic techniques, treatment such as active rehabilitation programs, physiotherapy, and implementing Optogait testing and training can all rebuild strength, balance, and stability."
The chiropractor says he often recommends Optogait sessions for patients who were recently in a car accident. This state of the art system, he explains, has optical sensors that can assess the gait (manner of walking) and global movement patterns of a patient. The Optogait allows Dr. Palmer to better assess a patient's physical condition, identify muscular deficiencies, and develop a custom rehab program.
Dr. Palmer says his team creates individualized treatment programs that are customized to each patient's specific rehabilitation needs. In addition to use of the Optogait, he often recommends a blend of physiotherapy, laser therapy, acupuncture, and other healing treatments. Elaborated Dr. Palmer, "I always work with a patient's family doctor to ensure that we are combining all treatments in the most effective way possible."
Genesis Rehabilitation is a multi-disciplinary treatment center specializing in the treatment of motor vehicle injuries, sports injuries and balance/stability training for concussion recovery.