Car accidents are among the most common causes of serious neck and back injuries. Even minor collisions can cause significant trauma to the spine, leading to chronic pain and limited mobility. At Total Spine and Orthopedics, we specialize in diagnosing and treating post-accident spine conditions—helping patients recover quickly and safely.

Whether you’re dealing with whiplash, herniated discs, or spinal misalignment, our team is here to help you understand your condition and provide effective, long-lasting relief.

Common Neck and Back Injuries From Auto Accidents

1. Whiplash

One of the most frequent injuries after a car crash, whiplash occurs when the head is forcefully jerked back and forth. This can strain or tear the soft tissues in the neck and upper back, causing stiffness, headaches, and reduced range of motion.

2. Herniated or Bulging Discs

The impact of a crash can cause the spinal discs to shift out of place or rupture. This can press on surrounding nerves, leading to severe neck or back pain, numbness, or tingling that may radiate into the arms or legs.

3. Spinal Fractures

High-speed collisions or rollovers may result in compression fractures or other types of vertebral damage. These injuries require immediate attention and often lead to long-term issues if left untreated.

4. Facet Joint Injuries

Facet joints are small joints between each vertebra. Trauma from a car accident can cause these joints to become inflamed or misaligned, leading to localized pain, especially with movement.

5. Soft Tissue Injuries

Muscles, tendons, and ligaments can be overstretched or torn during a crash, resulting in pain, swelling, and decreased mobility in the neck and back.

Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

If you’ve been in a car accident, seek medical attention right away—especially if you experience:

• Persistent neck or back pain
• Tingling or numbness in your arms, hands, legs, or feet
• Muscle weakness
• Limited range of motion
• Headaches or dizziness

Even if symptoms seem minor at first, untreated injuries can worsen over time.

Treatment Options at Total Spine and Orthopedics

At Total Spine and Orthopedics, we take a comprehensive and personalized approach to treating auto accident injuries. Our goal is to relieve pain, restore function, and help you avoid long-term complications.

1. Advanced Diagnostics

Using high-resolution imaging and a full physical evaluation, our specialists identify the exact source of your pain and tailor a treatment plan based on your needs.

2. Image-Guided Pain Relief Injections

Corticosteroid injections, nerve blocks, and facet joint injections can reduce inflammation and provide fast, targeted relief to injured areas.

3. Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

For patients with severe disc injuries, fractures, or nerve compression, we offer ultra-minimally invasive spine procedures that promote faster recovery, less scarring, and minimal downtime compared to traditional surgery.

4. Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

We collaborate with trusted therapists to strengthen muscles, restore flexibility, and help you regain mobility through safe, customized rehab plans.

5. Non-Invasive Treatments

In some cases, non-invasive and natural treatment options may be recommended to support natural healing of soft tissue and joint damage without surgery.

Why Choose Total Spine and Orthopedics After a Car Crash?

Whether you’re dealing with a work-related accident or a personal injury claim, Total Spine and Orthopedics works with insurance, self-pay, personal injury (PI), and workers’ comp cases. We understand the stress that follows a crash and make it our priority to provide fast access to care with short wait times and compassionate, board-certified spine specialists.

We’re proud to serve patients across Melbourne, Orlando, and surrounding Central Florida communities with expert spine care tailored to each individual’s recovery needs.

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