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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My back is a lot better
"I have suffered back strain on and off since December 2006. Picking up something or my weight caused it and I could not go to work so it was pretty severe. I saw another chiropractor on and off and got some good results but it didn't last. I found Dr. Rosenfeld on the internet and through my husband's insurance. My back is a lot better and now we are working on neck pain and stress in my upper shoulders from work and day to day activities. Massage has helped as well."
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."
Dr. Iris is a wonderful and caring doctor.
"Dr. Iris is a wonderful and caring doctor. I have been fortunate enough to be her patient since 2012, when my large toddler was causing havoc on my back. She was easily able to get me out of pain and back to functioning order and has been doing so ever since.
She has an amazing intuition when it comes to the body. She is able to find the little spots that are out of alignment, even if I'm not able to locate them myself, and put them back where they belong.
She is completely committed to her patient's well being and will do everything in her power to make you well, body and mind!"
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!"
I experienced miraculous results after visiting Dr. Rosenfeld.
"My back for no apparent reason was so painful. I couldn't move. After two days in bed a friend recommended I see Dr. Rosenfeld. I could barely drive or sit when I came in. This had happened several times in the past twenty years. A medical doctor had given me muscle relaxers only. They weren't all that helpful but over time and with restricting activities I got better. I experienced miraculous results after visiting Dr. Rosenfeld. I am able to do more than before in movement and strength with no pain, my whole outlook each day is more positive and I feel more energized."
I have actually been pain free more days than not and have been sleeping better.
"I had Sciatica and lower back problems with immense pain. I could not sit, stand or lay down without absolute pain. It had been ongoing for the past ten years and I think an old fall down the stairs started it. Basically I would only go to a doctor at the urgent care when it was severe enough. They gave me muscle relaxers and Vicodin. They helped but not for the long term. I was referred to Dr. Rosenfeld by Hilary Arnatt. The results have been amazing! I have actually been pain free more days than not and have been sleeping better. Thank you!"
Since seeing Dr. Rosenfeld, I have had progressive improvement
"I first came into the office in January 2008. I had a chronic issue with burning tightness in the right hip, extending to the middle back. It began about 10 years ago. I believe it was progressively getting worse but started with having a more sedentary job. It was not debilitating, but was annoying most of the time. I had been to my family doctor, an orthopedist, and another chiropractor. With the other chiropractor I had moderate results. The MDs had little to offer and no idea how to help. I found this office via a web search on the internet. Since seeing Dr. Rosenfeld, I have had progressive improvement, but the supplemental therapies have been both helpful and entertaining."
I love coming into this office.
"I had tremendous pain in my lower back and neck. I could barely walk or even function normally before I came to see Dr. Rosenfeld. I had this condition on and off for years, but never to this degree that caused me to finally seek professional help. I was given Vicodin, Soma and Naproxin by a regular family physician. The medication only temporarily took away my pain. I never had any other treatment other than a physician who prescribed me these medications. One of my husband's friends spoke very highly of Dr. Rosenfeld so I called her. I have gotten great results!!! I am finally recovering from my back/neck injury. Dr. Rosenfeld and her entire staff have been extremely caring and helpful. I love coming into this office."
A course of treatment for both of us eliminated our pain
"I was referred to Dr. Iris in 1996 from a psychologist who was seeing my son. As a computer user of thirty years I was in bad shape and had chronic pain. My son had constant back pain because his school backpack often weighed more than forty pounds. We both needed help… fast. Dr. Iris made time for us right away and even after the first visit we experienced some relief. A course of treatment for both of us eliminated our pain and Dr. Iris taught us stretching exercises that we use daily. We continue to visit Dr. Iris for maintenance regularly.
The results were truly outstanding after only a few weeks of treatment.
"I developed lower back pain following very light work in my garden! The condition had been underlying since a recent flight from New York. I had previously had a similar episode over 10 years ago. The back pain was preventing me from carrying out most of my daily living events. I needed immediate help on a Saturday morning and found Dr. Rosenfeld through a Google search on the internet. The results were truly outstanding after only a few weeks of treatment. I was well on the way to recovery assisted by a new "toolbox" of exercises provided by Dr. Rosenfeld. I am now fulfilling the majority of my daily living events - even cleaning my car. My goal is now to resume my jogging routine which my back condition has prevented me from doing."
