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Auto Accident Program for Leg Pain in Monmouth County When a crash occurs, there are countless ways that the body can become injured. The legs are no exception to this rule. From the trauma of an accident, any part of the legs—the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissues—can incur damage. Leg pain might also come as the result of nerve irritation in the lower back. Sciatica, for example, may be the consequence of an auto accident disc injury and cause pain in the legs. At Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation, our office is prepared with an Auto Accident Injury Program for those who have recently experienced a crash. This program includes a number of healthcare disciplines, including medical care, physical therapy, interventional pain management, chiropractic, and acupuncture. The goal of all programs of rehabilitation and pain management is to restore the body to pre-accident condition and prevent future pain and disability. It’s important to note that, left untreated, many injuries can cause life-long pain, reduced quality of life, and may necessitate surgery. By getting to the root cause of a leg pain injury and facilitating the healing process, Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation ensures that one momentary accident will not change the rest of your life. Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation’s Auto Accident Injury Program: Leg Injuries The first step in dealing with leg pain and injury is a full diagnostic process. Our Medical Director uses a number of diagnostic tools, including x-ray, electro-diagnostic nerve testing, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy. Once an accurate diagnosis has been made, our medical staff then works with a team of physical therapists, chiropractic doctors, and acupuncturists to determine the best course of treatment. Some patients may require pain management practices that extend beyond medication management. When leg pain patients are in a state of suffering that restricts movement and impedes the healing process, one of a number of interventional pain management techniques may be used. For example, leg pain caused by sciatica may respond to Epidural Steroid Injections. When leg pain is related to the knee, Viscosupplementation or Steroid Injections for knee pain may be used. Physical Therapy for Auto Accident-Related Leg Pain Physical therapy can be an extremely useful treatment option for leg pain. This type of care is used to help patients get out of pain and back in motion. By restoring range-of-motion and improving the quality of movement, physical therapy also places patients in a position to build or regain strength in order to reduce the chance of long-term, future pain and disability. The spine is notoriously vulnerable to the violence of auto accidents. From whiplash to lower back pain, the spine is known for bearing the brunt of such traumas. Leg pain is often the result of a misaligned spine when it comes to sciatica or nerve-related leg pain. Chiropractic relieves the pressure on nerves by realigning the spine and correcting postural problems that can be caused by a collision. Leg pain is often eased when the spine and spinal nerves are free to work properly. Acupuncture obstructs the release of chemicals that stimulate nerve endings and cause inflammation and pain. By helping the body to release serotonin, pain signals are interrupted before they are able to reach the brain. Additionally, acupuncture has been shown to reduce reliance on painkilling medications by prompting the body to release naturally occurring opiate-like chemicals in the body (endorphins). If you have recently experienced an auto accident in Monmouth County and are suffering from leg pain or any other symptoms, contact our Red Bank, NJ auto accident injury rehabilitation facility today to schedule a consultation. |
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