You don’t need a physician referral to see a Complete Care chiropractor after a car accident. If another provider has already evaluated you, bring any relevant visit notes or imaging information to your appointment.
Medically reviewed by Adam Boylan, DC — Updated October 2026
A chiropractor can evaluate neck pain, back pain and whiplash-related stiffness after a car accident and recommend treatment based on your injuries.
Complete Care offers chiropractic care at more than 30 Florida clinics, with same-day and walk-in appointments available.
Florida PIP insurance may cover eligible, medically necessary care, subject to your policy and available benefits.
Pain after a car accident can make it hard to work, sleep or move comfortably. You may also be unsure which symptoms need attention or what kind of treatment could help.
Our chiropractors can help you understand your symptoms and create a care plan around your injuries and goals.
A collision can affect the muscles, joints and other tissues in your neck and back.
Our chiropractors can evaluate symptoms such as:
These symptoms can have different causes. Your chiropractor will ask about the accident and your health history, examine you, and recommend care based on what they find.
If diagnostic imaging is medically necessary, your care team can help coordinate it.
If you also have dizziness, balance problems, confusion or trouble concentrating, tell your provider. Those symptoms may call for a separate evaluation.
Learn more about Complete Care’s concussion, balance and injury recovery care.
Your treatment depends on your injury and what feels appropriate for you.
After an evaluation, your chiropractor may recommend a controlled adjustment to a joint in the spine or another area. Your plan may also include stretches, strengthening exercises or other injury care and rehabilitation to help you move more comfortably.
Chiropractic care is one possible part of auto injury treatment. Your provider will explain their recommendations and how they fit with any other care you need.
Tell your chiropractor about any pain, numbness, dizziness or concerns you have before treatment. During an adjustment, you may feel pressure or movement. Some people experience temporary soreness, stiffness or a headache afterward.
The National Institutes of Health’s overview of spinal manipulation notes that mild side effects can occur and that serious complications are rare. It also emphasizes the importance of discussing your health conditions and medications with your provider.
Your chiropractor can talk through the potential benefits and risks and determine whether an adjustment is appropriate for you.
Your first visit starts with a conversation and an examination, giving you a chance to describe what has changed since the accident. From there, your chiropractor can recommend a plan that may include:
Your care plan can change as your symptoms and needs change. We’ll explain the next steps so you know what to expect.
Complete Care has more than 30 clinics across Florida. Use our location finder or select a location below to learn more. You can also call our team for help finding an appointment.
You don’t need a physician referral to see a Complete Care chiropractor after a car accident. If another provider has already evaluated you, bring any relevant visit notes or imaging information to your appointment.
Eligible, medically necessary chiropractic care may be covered under Florida personal injury protection (PIP) insurance, subject to the law, your policy and your available benefits.
Our team can help you with the information needed for your visit; your insurer can explain how coverage applies to your claim.
Seek care promptly if you have pain or other new symptoms.
Under Florida’s PIP law, you generally must receive initial medical services and care within 14 days of the accident to qualify for PIP medical benefits. That deadline applies to initial care; it does not mean you must have a chiropractic adjustment within 14 days.
There is no set number of visits for every injury. Your chiropractor will recommend a plan based on your evaluation and discuss your progress with you as care continues.
Tell your provider about all your symptoms, including headaches, dizziness or pain outside your neck and back. Your care team can help determine whether you need imaging, rehabilitation or an evaluation by another provider. Available services vary by location.
You do not have to figure out your next step alone. If you are dealing with pain or stiffness after a car accident, we can help you schedule an evaluation and understand what to expect at your first visit.