Falls & Minor Accident
Aches in Vero Beach, FL
A slip, fall, or minor auto accident can leave you with neck or back pain, muscle soreness, stiffness, and reduced mobility—sometimes appearing hours or days after the incident.
At Freedom of Movement Chiropractic, Dr. Roxanne Shepherd provides a thorough musculoskeletal evaluation to assess your symptoms, movement, and function and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate. When clinically indicated, care may include gentle chiropractic techniques, soft-tissue therapy, stretching, and mobility-focused exercises tailored to your condition and comfort level.
If your examination suggests the need for imaging, medical evaluation, or another level of care, an appropriate referral will be recommended.
Sore or stiff after a fall or minor accident? Schedule an evaluation and take the first step toward comfortable movement and improved function.
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Hurt After a Fall or Accident?
A slip, fall, or minor collision can place unexpected stress on the muscles, joints, ligaments, and spine. While some symptoms are noticeable right away, other symptoms including soreness, stiffness, neck or back pain, and reduced mobility, may become more noticeable in the hours or days following an injury.
These symptoms can make everyday activities such as sleeping, working, walking, or driving uncomfortable. Because pain after an accident can have different causes, an appropriate evaluation can help identify musculoskeletal injuries, assess how the injury is affecting your movement and function, and determine the appropriate next steps.
At Freedom of Movement Chiropractic, Dr. Roxanne Shepherd evaluates your condition to determine whether conservative chiropractic care is appropriate or whether imaging, medical evaluation, or referral may be needed.
If pain or stiffness persists after a fall or accident, schedule an evaluation to better understand your symptoms and your care options.
In Pain? Don’t Wait!
Getting treatment early can prevent long-term problems.
Book Your Injury EvaluationSigns You Should Get Checked
Pain and stiffness after a fall or accident may develop immediately or become more noticeable over the following hours or days. If symptoms persist, worsen, or begin to interfere with your normal activities, an evaluation can help determine the nature of the injury and the appropriate next steps.
Consider being evaluated if you experience:
- Persistent lower back or neck pain
- Neck stiffness or whiplash-type symptoms
- Joint or muscle pain and reduced mobility
- Pain or soreness that interferes with sleep or daily activities
- New numbness, tingling, or pain that travels into an arm or leg
- Symptoms that are worsening rather than improving
Symptoms after an accident that require prompt medical attention may include significant weakness, loss of consciousness, severe or worsening headache, confusion, difficulty walking, loss of bowel or bladder control, or other concerning neurological symptoms.
At Freedom of Movement Chiropractic, Dr. Roxanne Shepherd can evaluate musculoskeletal complaints and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate or whether additional medical evaluation or referral is needed.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
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A conversation about what has been bothering you and for how long.
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A hands on exam to identify what is actually driving the pain or stiffness.
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A treatment plan explained in plain language, built around your body.
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Ongoing one on one care, adjusted as you progress.
Auto Accident Injury Care in Vero Beach
After a car accident, neck pain, back pain, stiffness, muscle soreness, or reduced mobility may develop immediately or become noticeable over time. A timely evaluation can help identify musculoskeletal injuries, assess how your movement and function have been affected, and determine the appropriate next steps.
Our goal is to help you understand your injury, your treatment options, and the safest path toward improved movement and function.
Back Pain After an Accident
Back pain can develop after a car accident, fall, work-related incident, or lifting injury. Symptoms may involve muscles, joints, ligaments, or other structures of the spine and can affect your mobility, comfort, and ability to perform everyday activities.
At Freedom of Movement Chiropractic, Dr. Roxanne Shepherd evaluates your symptoms, spinal and joint mobility, muscle function, and movement patterns to help determine the nature of your musculoskeletal complaint and whether chiropractic care is appropriate.
Your care plan is based on your examination findings, individual needs, and functional goals and may include chiropractic techniques and supportive therapies when clinically indicated. Your findings and recommended care are clearly explained so you understand your treatment options and what to expect.
Experiencing back pain after an accident or injury? Call us or schedule an injury evaluation to determine the next appropriate steps.
Spinal Adjustments
Diversified Chiropractic Techniques
Activator Technique
Flexion-Distraction Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
For back, neck, and soft tissue pain, a chiropractor is a good first stop. If you have chest pain, a head injury, or lost consciousness, go to the ER first.
As soon as you can. Florida's PIP rules generally require initial treatment within 14 days of an accident, and earlier care may help you recover faster. Check your policy for details.
Florida auto policies include PIP, which commonly covers chiropractic care after a car accident. Coverage varies, so call our office and we'll help you check your benefits.
Yes. Falls, lifting injuries, and work-related accidents can affect the muscles, joints, ligaments, and discs of the lower back. A clinical evaluation can help identify the likely source of your symptoms and determine the appropriate care.
For appropriately selected patients, chiropractic care may be appropriate after a minor accident. We first review your health history and perform an examination to determine whether chiropractic care is suitable or if medical evaluation or referral is needed.
Insurance and Coverage
Freedom of Movement Chiropractic works with Aetna and eligible Workers’ Compensation cases. Coverage and benefits vary by plan and claim, so our office can help verify your benefits and explain applicable coverage before treatment.
If your injury occurred at work or resulted from an auto accident, let us know when scheduling so we can determine what information or authorization may be required.
For Florida auto accidents, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) may provide benefits for medically necessary chiropractic services when applicable requirements are met. Florida law generally requires initial medical care within 14 days of the accident to qualify for PIP medical benefits. Coverage limits and eligibility depend on the circumstances of the claim.
Have questions about your coverage? Contact our office before your visit, and we’ll help you understand your next steps.
Real Patients. Real Results.
"I was hit at a red light and couldn't move my neck. They got me in the next day. Within 3 weeks I was back at work. I can't imagine going to four different doctors."
Jennifer M.Car Accident | Whiplash
"My back pain was getting worse even after seeing a chiropractor alone. When I added physical therapy here, everything changed. The team knew exactly how to work together."
David T.MVA | Lower Back Injury
"Everyone said I should get an attorney before starting treatment. They said I could start right away, and they connected me with a lawyer when I was ready. Best advice ever."
Sarah L.Auto Accident | Multi-Injury
"From the moment I walked in, they made me feel like I mattered. The doctors and therapists communicated constantly about my care plan. I healed faster than I ever expected."
Maria G.Slip & Fall | Neck & Back Pain
Conveniently Located in Vero Beach
Freedom Of Movement Chiropractic is located within Image Studios, alongside other health and grooming professionals, making it an easy stop for Vero Beach and Indian River County residents looking for consistent, personal chiropractic care.
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