Being involved in a car accident can be stressful, even when your injuries don’t seem serious at first. Neck pain, back pain, headaches, stiffness, and muscle soreness may develop hours or even days after a collision.
Knowing what to do after a car accident can help you start your recovery sooner.
1. Report Your Accident to ICBC
After a crash, report your claim to ICBC as soon as it is safe to do so. You’ll receive a claim number, which you can use when accessing your eligible treatment.
If you’re unsure about your next steps, ICBC provides information about reporting your claim and accessing care.
2. Don’t Ignore Your Symptoms
Some car accident injuries may not be immediately noticeable. Common symptoms can include:
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Whiplash symptoms
- Back pain
- Headaches
- Muscle stiffness
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
- Reduced range of motion
Even if your pain seems manageable, an assessment can help identify movement limitations and establish an appropriate recovery plan.
3.Access Your ICBC Treatment
Under BC’s Enhanced Care system, people injured in crashes may be eligible for pre-approved treatments during the first 12 weeks after the collision. These can include physiotherapy, chiropractic treatment, massage therapy, and kinesiology. A referral from a doctor is not required for these pre-approved treatments, although you need your ICBC claim number and Personal Health Number.
For the current treatment period, ICBC lists up to 25 physiotherapy treatments and 25 chiropractic treatments during the first 12 weeks, subject to the applicable program requirements.
4. How Can Physiotherapy Help After an ICBC Accident?
Physiotherapy can help you address pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, weakness, and other movement-related problems following a motor vehicle accident.
At Realign Chiro Physio & Rehab in Langley, treatment may include hands-on techniques, therapeutic exercises, mobility work, strengthening, and a personalized rehabilitation program based on your condition and recovery goals.
Our clinic provides ICBC physiotherapy in Langley and direct billing for eligible claims.
5. Start Your Recovery With Realign
You don’t have to figure out your recovery alone. If you’ve been injured in a car accident, our team can assess your condition and help you understand your treatment options.
Realign offers a multidisciplinary approach with physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and rehabilitation under one roof.
Injured in a Car Accident? Book Your ICBC Assessment
If you’re experiencing pain or stiffness after a motor vehicle accident, don’t wait for symptoms to become more difficult to manage.
Book your ICBC injury assessment at Realign Chiro Physio & Rehab in Langley today.
📍 #300–20055 Willowbrook Dr., Langley, BC
📞 236-325-2239
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