Auto & Work Injuries
Even a minor auto or work injury can result in major health issues that can leave you with a lifetime of problems if you don’t seek appropriate treatment. If you suffer an auto or work injury, contact FYZICAL West Pearland as soon as possible because early assessment and treatment can help speed up your recovery. Our therapists will assess your condition and develop an individualized treatment plan to decrease pain and disability, improve function and mobility, prevent further injury, and enhance your quality of life.
Auto Injuries
Whiplash
Caused by sudden back-and-forth movement of the neck during a collision.
Symptoms: Neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and reduced range of motion.
Back Injuries
Includes herniated discs, muscle strains, or spinal misalignment.
Symptoms: Lower back pain, sciatica, difficulty standing or walking.
Shoulder Injuries
Often caused by seat belt strain or bracing against impact.
Can result in rotator cuff tears or joint sprains.
Concussions & Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Caused by head impact or sudden jolt.
Symptoms: Headaches, dizziness, confusion, memory problems.
Soft Tissue Injuries
Strains, sprains, and bruising of muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Knee and Leg Injuries
Common in front-end collisions where the knees hit the dashboard.
Can include ligament damage or fractures.
Work Injuries
Overexertion Injuries
Lifting, pulling, or pushing heavy objects.
Can cause muscle strains, especially in the back and shoulders.
Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries
Can lead to sprains, fractures, or head trauma.
Often occur in wet or cluttered work environments.
Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs)
Caused by repeated motion, like typing or using tools.
Includes carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis.
Falls from Heights
Common in construction or warehouse work.
Can cause serious trauma: fractures, head injuries, or spinal damage.
Machine-Related Injuries
Involving equipment or tools.
Risk of cuts, crush injuries, or amputations in severe cases.
Vehicle-Related Accidents
For jobs involving driving or operating machinery.
Can result in injuries similar to those from auto accidents.
The Benefits of Physical Therapy for Auto & Work Injuries
1. Promote Safe and Effective Healing
After a work-related injury or car accident, it’s common to feel stiff, sore, or restricted in movement. Physical therapists are trained to assess your condition and develop a personalized treatment plan that promotes healing without putting additional stress on your body.
2. Reduce Pain and Inflammation
Physical therapy techniques such as manual therapy, targeted exercises, and modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation can reduce pain and inflammation. These non-invasive treatments often decrease or eliminate the need for pain medications, which can have unwanted side effects or become habit-forming if used long-term.
3. Restore Mobility and Strength
Injuries from work or car accidents can leave you with limited range of motion or muscle weakness. Physical therapy helps restore flexibility, coordination, and strength through guided movements and progressive exercises. This makes everyday tasks—like lifting, walking, or driving—easier and safer.
4. Prevent Long-term Damage
Without proper treatment, some injuries can lead to chronic pain or lasting mobility issues. For example, untreated whiplash can result in persistent neck and back pain. A physical therapist not only treats current symptoms but also works to prevent future problems by correcting movement patterns and strengthening supportive muscles.
5. Supports a Faster Return to Work or Daily Life
The goal of physical therapy is not just healing—it’s also about helping you return to work and daily activities as quickly and safely as possible. Therapists often simulate work tasks or everyday movements during sessions, preparing your body to handle the physical demands of your job or lifestyle.
6. Provides Documentation and Supports for Claims
If your injury involves a workers' compensation or auto insurance claim, physical therapists can provide valuable documentation of your injury, progress, and functional status. This can support your case and ensure you get the care and benefits you need.
After a work-related injury or car accident, it’s common to feel stiff, sore, or restricted in movement. Physical therapists are trained to assess your condition and develop a personalized treatment plan that promotes healing without putting additional stress on your body.
2. Reduce Pain and Inflammation
Physical therapy techniques such as manual therapy, targeted exercises, and modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation can reduce pain and inflammation. These non-invasive treatments often decrease or eliminate the need for pain medications, which can have unwanted side effects or become habit-forming if used long-term.
3. Restore Mobility and Strength
Injuries from work or car accidents can leave you with limited range of motion or muscle weakness. Physical therapy helps restore flexibility, coordination, and strength through guided movements and progressive exercises. This makes everyday tasks—like lifting, walking, or driving—easier and safer.
4. Prevent Long-term Damage
Without proper treatment, some injuries can lead to chronic pain or lasting mobility issues. For example, untreated whiplash can result in persistent neck and back pain. A physical therapist not only treats current symptoms but also works to prevent future problems by correcting movement patterns and strengthening supportive muscles.
5. Supports a Faster Return to Work or Daily Life
The goal of physical therapy is not just healing—it’s also about helping you return to work and daily activities as quickly and safely as possible. Therapists often simulate work tasks or everyday movements during sessions, preparing your body to handle the physical demands of your job or lifestyle.
6. Provides Documentation and Supports for Claims
If your injury involves a workers' compensation or auto insurance claim, physical therapists can provide valuable documentation of your injury, progress, and functional status. This can support your case and ensure you get the care and benefits you need.
The Role of Physical Therapy for Auto & Work Injuries
Physical therapy is essential for healing from an auto or work injury. Your physical therapist will thoroughly assess your condition and develop an individualized treatment plan that is tailored to your needs and goals. They may use a combination of modalities, including ice, heat, ultrasound or electrical stimulation, to help control your pain and inflammation. They may also use manual therapy and soft tissue therapy to control pain and restore normal movement of the injured area. Your physical therapist will also provide you with stretching and strengthening exercises to improve the strength and flexibility of the injured area and provide education on how to avoid further injury.