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How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover After a Motor Vehicle Accident


January 9th, 2025

If you have sustained injuries following a motor vehicle accident, physiotherapy can effectively help with pain management and healing.

Types of Physiotherapy Treatments That Can Help After a Motor Vehicle Accident

Physiotherapy treatment can be very beneficial to help patients recover from injuries and motor vehicle accidents. In many cases, physiotherapy can help prevent the need for future surgical intervention by strengthening the muscles and tissues, which in turn can support healing. This is normally achieved through the implementation of a customized exercise routine, manual therapies, and self-care strategies. 

1. Exercises – The physiotherapist will carefully study the patient’s medical requirements and suggest a series of exercises and stretches tailored to their injuries and medical needs. The physiotherapist will also suggest exercises that the patient can easily do at home to support the healing process. These exercises and stretches will not only help strengthen the muscles and tissues, but they will also improve the patient’s flexibility, balance, stability, and range of motions.

2. Manual Therapies – Physiotherapy treatment can reduce inflammation in sore areas and help with healing and pain management through the use of manual therapies, including massages. These methods can also be implemented alongside the use of ultrasound, electrical stimulation devices, and IMS/ functional needling treatment. 

3. Self-Care Strategies – Physiotherapists will also educate patients on healthy self-care practices that they can implement at home to support their treatment plan and assist with pain management.

Are you looking for an experienced local physiotherapist in BC? Back in Motion Health provides a wide range of physiotherapy solutions for patients recovering from injuries and motor vehicles accidents.

Physiotherapy for the Treatment of Common Car Accident Injuries

Car accidents may cause injuries to various parts of the body, including the muscles, the ligaments, and the joints. Commonly affected areas include the back, the neck, and the head. Physiotherapy can be very beneficial with the treatment of these types of common car accident injuries. This includes whiplash, sprains, and strains that may result in concussion-related injuries.

Physiotherapy can also help alleviate pain, strengthen the muscles, and improve flexibility and mobility. In case of whiplash, physiotherapy can also help manage dizziness, as well as pain and stiffness in the head and neck areas.

Physiotherapy Treatment for ICBC Patients

Are you looking for an ICBC physiotherapist? At Back in Motion Health, we provide physiotherapy treatment for people suffering from car accident injuries, including ICBC patients. If you have sustained painful injuries following a motor vehicle accident, physiotherapy can not only help with pain management, but it can also speed up the healing process.

If you are an ICBC patient, you may have insurance coverage for physiotherapy sessions. With active ICBC claims, you may be entitled to the following treatments:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Massage therapy
  • Kinesiology
  • Active rehabilitation
  • Counselling
  • Occupational therapy

Talk to us today to learn more about our physiotherapy services for ICBC patients

Physiotherapy in BC

Are you looking for a physiotherapist in BC who provides healthcare to ICBC patients? Back in Motion Health provides an extensive range of health services for patients recovering from injuries and motor vehicle accidents in BC. Contact us today to book an appointment with us or to learn more about the different treatment options available to you at one of our locations in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Richmond, Coquitlam, Surrey-Newton and Abbotsford.

Hiral Parikh | Physiotherapy

Hiral, a physiotherapist since 2008, specializes in injury prevention, manual therapy, and exercise rehabilitation. She uses IMS/dry needling for muscle pain and has experience with orthopedic, sports, neurological injuries, and concussion management. Hiral is also trained in vestibular rehabilitation for vertigo.

Book online with Hiral in Coquitlam!