If you’ve been injured in a car accident, fall, or another traumatic event, one of the first questions you may have is: Do I need a chiropractor? For many personal injury victims, chiropractic care plays a vital role in recovery.
At McCraw Law Group, we work closely with medical professionals, including chiropractors, to ensure our clients receive the care they need—and that their treatment supports their personal injury claims. Here's what you should know about working with a personal injury chiropractor.
What Does a Personal Injury Chiropractor Do?
A chiropractor treats musculoskeletal injuries, particularly those involving the spine, neck, and back. These are common injuries in accidents, especially car crashes. Chiropractors use non-invasive techniques to:
- Realign the spine
- Reduce inflammation
- Restore mobility
- Relieve chronic pain
- Support natural healing without surgery
They often treat conditions like whiplash, herniated discs, soft tissue injuries, and pinched nerves.
Why Chiropractic Care Is Often Part of a Personal Injury Claim
Many accident victims experience ongoing pain even when imaging tests like X-rays or MRIs appear normal.
Chiropractors can diagnose and treat these conditions through hands-on exams and consistent therapy.
Documented chiropractic treatment can strengthen a personal injury claim by:
- Providing a clear record of injury and treatment
- Demonstrating ongoing pain and limitations
- Showing commitment to recovery
- Supporting the need for financial compensation for medical care
When to See a Chiropractor After an Injury
If you’re experiencing neck stiffness, back pain, headaches, or reduced mobility after an accident, it’s important to see a medical professional promptly. Chiropractors are often part of a broader treatment plan that may also include physical therapy, orthopedic evaluations, and pain management.
Don’t delay treatment—insurance companies may use gaps in care to argue that your injuries weren’t serious.
Do You Need a Referral for Chiropractic Care?
In most personal injury cases, no referral is required to see a chiropractor. However, coordinating your care with your attorney is important. At McCraw Law Group, we work with trusted chiropractic providers across Texas and can help you find someone experienced in treating accident-related injuries.
Will Insurance Cover Chiropractic Treatment?
If another party is at fault for your injury, their insurance may be responsible for covering your chiropractic care as part of your personal injury settlement. This includes:
- Evaluation and diagnosis
- Manual adjustments
- Follow-up treatments
- Documentation for your legal case
In many cases, chiropractors will treat patients with the understanding that payment will come from a future settlement.
How McCraw Law Group Supports Your Full Recovery
Our role goes beyond filing paperwork. We:
- Help clients connect with qualified medical providers
- Ensure all treatment is documented to support your claim
- Negotiate full compensation for medical care, pain, and suffering
- Handle insurance communications so you can focus on healing
We Understand the Value of Chiropractic Care
We’ve seen firsthand how chiropractic care helps injury victims regain strength and mobility. Our legal strategy incorporates all aspects of your treatment to build the strongest possible case.
Ready to Start Your Recovery?
If you were injured and are considering chiropractic care, contact McCraw Law Group. We offer free consultations and only get paid when you do.