A car accident can shake you up physically and emotionally—even if you walk away without visible injuries. At West Henday Physical Therapy, we help you recover from what’s often unseen through personalized, hands-on care that gets you moving again safely.
Is it normal to have pain or stiffness days after the accident?
Why does my back or neck feel worse now than it did right after the crash?
What if I didn’t go to the ER? Could I still have hidden injuries?
Do I need physiotherapy even if it was a “minor” accident?
If these questions sound familiar, you’re asking the right things. Many injuries from motor vehicle accidents aren’t obvious immediately, but with the right care, they don’t have to become long-term problems.
Not all injuries from a motor vehicle accident show up right away and not all are minor. At West Henday Physical Therapy, we treat a wide range of post-accident conditions, from soft tissue strain to complex surgical recovery. Your care is personalized to match the severity of your injury and your stage of healing.
Caused by rapid back-and-forth motion of the head, leading to neck stiffness, headaches, dizziness, or tingling in the arms.
Following bone breaks (ribs, collarbone, wrists, femur, etc.), we support a safe return to movement, mobility restoration, and prevention of compensatory strain.
After surgery due to accident-related injuries, we help restore range of motion, rebuild strength, reduce scar adhesions, and regain functional movement.
Accidents can aggravate or cause disc herniations, resulting in radiating pain, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs.
Forceful bracing or impact may lead to rotator cuff tears, dislocations, or shoulder impingement, affecting arm mobility and strength.
Seatbelt trauma and airbag force can cause deep bruising, rib dysfunction, or upper back stiffness that restricts breathing and movement.
Sudden jolts can shift the pelvis or lumbar spine, resulting in muscle imbalances, nerve tension, or sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Clenching during impact can overload the jaw joint, leading to facial pain, clicking, ear fullness, and postural headaches.
Head trauma or whiplash may disrupt your balance system, causing dizziness, unsteadiness, or visual sensitivity.
Symptoms like numbness, burning, or weakness may be due to nerve involvement, requiring gentle mobilization and desensitization techniques.
We blend hands-on therapy, movement science, and nervous system support to create a rehab plan that evolves with your healing. Here are the techniques we use to address the wide range of injuries sustained in car accidents:
Here’s what that process typically looks like when you begin Motor Vehicle Accident Physiotherapy in Edmonton at our clinic:
Timeline: 0–7 Days After First Visit
We begin with a full evaluation to understand your symptoms, history, and how your daily life is affected.
What we focus on:
Timeline: Weeks 2–4
As pain subsides, we begin to safely reintroduce motion.
What we focus on:
Timeline: Weeks 4–8
We start rebuilding strength, correcting imbalances, and preparing your body for real-life movement again.
What we focus on:
Timeline: 2+ Months (as needed)
You’re feeling stronger, moving more confidently, and returning to regular activities. Now, we shift to long-term support.
What we focus on:
Your recovery won’t always follow a straight line—that’s okay.
At West Henday Physical Therapy, we adjust your care plan based on how your body responds—not on a rigid schedule.
It’s common to feel fine right after a crash—your adrenaline is high, and your body is in shock. But delayed symptoms like headaches, soreness, and stiffness can appear days or weeks later. Don’t wait until small aches turn into chronic pain. Getting assessed early can prevent longer recovery times and more complicated injuries.
Rehabilitation isn’t just about pain relief—it’s about helping you move, function, and live confidently again. At West Henday Physical Therapy, our post-accident programs focus on restoring real-life movement, whether you’re recovering from whiplash, a seatbelt injury, or delayed symptoms.
Here’s how we support your full recovery:
We help you move without fear—whether it’s turning your head while driving or returning to daily tasks.
Personalized exercises and hands-on care target weakness and imbalances so you heal safely and completely.
We address issues like dizziness or fatigue through gentle, progressive training that restores stability.
By starting rehab early, we help you avoid long-term compensation patterns and support lasting recovery.
At West Henday Physical Therapy, we understand that recovery isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, too. With our personalized car accident physiotherapy, we help you regain comfort, confidence, and control—step by step.
Ready to start your recovery? Book your appointment with our team today.
Whether it’s your first visit or a follow-up, we’re here to help.
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