Auto Accidents
At one time, there were assumptions that injuries from auto accidents were always obvious at the time of the accident. Upon greater examination of these assumptions, research now reveals that there may be a postponement in the arrival of post accident symptoms. This is now fairly ordinary for injuries of a major or minor nature. A reason why victims of car accidents may not feel anything at the time of the accident is due to the heightened affects of adrenaline present in their bodies. Though it varies, some accident victims may not experience their post accident symptoms until several months later while others experience intense or series pain the day of their accident. Our office has worked with auto accident patients and everything associated with those patients including primary physicians, automobile insurance companies and personal injury lawyers. Dr. Rosenfeld will speak with a patient’s lawyer and complete all necessary paperwork in order to start patient care as soon as possible. During the duration in which Dr. Rosenfeld is treating the patient, she will work closely with their insurance company and lawyer. Depending on the type and severity of the case, there may not be any out-of-pocket costs for patient care. After treatment is finished, the patient’s insurance company and lawyer will receive a detailed report outlining the patient’s treatment and present condition. After an Auto Accident Checklist.
- Stay in the car until the police arrive. If possible, consider moving the car to a safe place while waiting for their arrival.
- Call for an ambulance (if needed) as well as the police.
- No matter the severity of the injury, go to the emergency room. Even if there is no visible injury present at the time of the accident, it is a good idea to get examined by a doctor within the first 24 hours. Typically, in the aftermath of an auto accident, most injuries remain masked by adrenaline.
- Secure necessary contact information from all passengers and witnesses involved. Obtain insurance and driver’s license information from the other drivers.
- Make a claim with the insurance company.
- Don’t say sorry to the police or admit fault. Let the police decide the best course of action.
- When an officer arrives, obtain an accident report number.
- There may be damage that has gone unseen. Take pictures of every car involved in the accident from all angles.
- If uninjured and able to operate the vehicle, drive it home.
- Arrange for a tow truck if operating the vehicle is not possible.
- If the vehicle remains inoperable, call a friend, family member or co-worker and wait until they arrive.
- If local state government requires it, file a separate police report.
- If insurance covers the cost, get a rental car. If not covered by insurance, determine if obtaining a rental car is still a possibility.
- Choose a reputable, reliable repair shop to fix the damaged vehicle. Testimonials or referrals from friends and satisfied clients may help in deciding the best option.
In order to capture all details of the accident, fill out the accident form provided here. KEEP AN ACCIDENT DIARY. BE SURE TO INCLUDE:
- Explanation, date, time, location of the accident. Memory fades quickly, so be sure to record any of this information as soon as possible.
- Note any pain (physical and emotional) and injuries on a daily basis.
- Note any time missed from work.
- Record and keep log of all doctor’s appointments and any information the doctor has shared.
Please contact our office at 949-380-7215 if you’ve been in a car accident to see how we can assist in your recovery.
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"Dr. Iris has been treating several members of my family for over a year now and we highly recommend her. I have been having chronic neck and back pain for several years and feel so much better after every adjustment. I also appreciate that Dr. Iris will recommend and provide vitamins or natural treatments for other health issues. She and her staff go out of their way to try to fit you in for an appointment even if they are very busy. She is very patient-oriented and is a fun and caring person to be around."
My neck is feeling so much better
"I had neck pain that I had suffered from since a car accident in June of 2005. I suffered with this pain everyday - sometimes mildly and sometimes more severely. Also, my adrenal glands were shot and I was feeling a lot of stress. I had been seeing another chiropractor for about a year with little results. My pain never really went away despite facet blocks, trigger point injections and physical therapy. My mother told me about Dr. Rosenfeld and I made an appointment. My neck is feeling so much better. My flare-ups are few and when they do occur Dr. Rosenfeld resolves them quickly. The DSF supplement has helped me tremendously. I no longer feel frazzled or out of sorts. Thank you!!!"
Now am able to walk a mile or more with NO PAIN, NO NUMBNESS and my NEUROPATHY IS GONE!
"About 3 months ago, started having worsening pain in my thighs and calves when walking. It had gotten so bad that when walking more than a few houses, I had to stop because of the severe pain. Had an MRI and was diagnosed with spinal stenosis, severe degenerative disc disease and protruding discs. Since I wanted to avoid surgery, I decided to try Spinal Decompression treatments from Dr. Iris, twice a week for 5 weeks. Now am able to walk a mile or more with NO PAIN, NO NUMBNESS and my NEUROPATHY IS GONE! My advice..just try the Spinal Decompression Therapy!"
Dr. Rosenfeld is a very loving and generous doctor.
"Dr. Rosenfeld is a very loving and generous doctor. I highly recommend her. She is always studying and learning new ways to help her clients. Dr. Rosenfeld has a very long list of techniques that she can offer to help. Dr. Rosenfeld is high energy and fun and an inspiration. I am grateful that my 19 yo son is her patient since I want him to meet motivated professionals."
I have experienced relief, blessed relief!
"I have neck pain. I recall various incidents that triggered it… reaching into a desk drawer, sleeping on a new pillow, etc. I have seen other chiropractors and some helped and others didn't. My mom introduced me to Dr. Rosenfeld and I have experienced relief, blessed relief!"
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"I have suffered with sciatica issues my entire life and worsened when I was pregnant. The severity was intense. I saw a general practitioner but had poor results. I found Dr. Rosenfeld through my insurance company and looked her up on the internet. I have had excellent results… I have my life back! Thank you from the bottom of my heart and back!"
Previously I have seen a GI and an Allergist, with no help.
"I first came into the office on April 2007. I had food and environmental allergies. The allergies were moderate and caused mental fog, fatigue, stomach cramps and IBS. Previously I have seen a GI and an allergist, with no help. Because of the treatments I received here, I am 85% recovered. Most of the foods which caused troubles do not currently cause any symptoms."
I chose Dr. Rosenfeld to help me continue on the road to good health.
"I had just moved to this area. I had been seeing another chiropractor on a regular basis to help with knee problems and other aches and pains that cropped up. After I moved I chose Dr. Rosenfeld to help me continue on the road to good health. I had also received physical therapy for my knee. Physical therapy worked well but only focused on my knee. Chiropractic treats my whole body. Other areas of my body need adjusting to help keep my knee functioning well. I found Dr. Rosenfeld through the yellow pages. I am now in my 5th year of chiropractic care and I wonder how I got along without it in the past. My knee is doing well and I am continuing to run."
With Dr. Rosenfeld I felt comfortable that she would take care of me.
"I had a neck injury seven years ago and have continued to have periods of bad times. I recently had a knee replacement which threw my back and neck out to the point I could not walk. I lost my job, can't work and can't work out. I just felt down. I had a bad experience with a chiropractor a long time ago. With Dr. Rosenfeld I felt comfortable that she would take care of me. Within a couple of visits I could walk and the pain was not so terrible and now we are working on the neck to try and relax it. I also use the natural products as well as the exercises given to me by Dr. Rosenfeld to try to get the best results. When I feel better life is better and everyone and everything is better. I tell people to try chiropractor care because if they try it they will be surprised."
I was really impressed with the advanced equipment and techniques
"In April of 2008 I was struck by another car while driving and felt my neck snap and muscles in my upper body pull and tear. When I woke up the next day I had a migraine and was so stiff I could not walk. Dr. Iris saw me immediately and began working on me. I was really impressed with the advanced equipment and techniques she uses on accident victims. She eliminated my headache in the first visit and got me walking without pain quickly. I would never see or recommend another chiropractor as long as Dr. Iris is still practicing. She is such a wonderful person and talented professional."