Focused Auto Injury Recovery Care Tailored to You
Conveniently Located in Hot Springs, Arkansas
A car accident can disrupt your life in an instant. Our clinical team focuses on identifying structural issues caused by the force of a collision and creating customized care plans to support your body’s natural healing process.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Randall Roth, D.C.
- Over 35 Years of Clinical Experience
- Extensive Experience with Personal Injury Cases
- Diagnostic Imaging Ordered When Necessary
- Comprehensive Documentation for Insurance Claims
Dr. Randall Roth, D.C.
Even If You Feel Fine, Symptoms Can Take Days or Weeks to Appear.
Call Today for an Evaluation.
Common Auto Accident Symptoms
- Neck Pain
- Headaches
- Back Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Arm or Leg Pain
- Stiffness
- Numbness or Tingling
- Dizziness
- Confusion
- Difficulty Sleeping
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms following a motor vehicle accident, schedule a professional evaluation.
What Does Whiplash Feel Like?
Whiplash can feel different from person to person. Some people notice pain immediately after a car accident, while others may not feel symptoms until later. Common symptoms may include:
- Neck pain, soreness, or stiffness
- Difficulty turning or moving the head
- Headaches, especially near the base of the skull
- Tightness or muscle spasms in the neck and shoulders
- Pain that spreads into the shoulders, upper back, or arms
- Dizziness, fatigue, or difficulty concentrating
Whiplash occurs when the head is suddenly forced backward and forward, straining the soft tissues of the neck. Even a seemingly minor collision may leave you feeling sore, stiff, or unlike yourself afterward.
Pain, Numbness, or Tingling in the Arms or Legs After A Car Accident?
Injuries caused by a car accident can irritate or compress nerves in the neck or lower back. When this happens, pain may travel from the spine into the shoulders, arms, hips, or legs. Some people also experience numbness, tingling, burning, weakness, or a pins-and-needles sensation.
Why Prompt Evaluation Matters
Auto Injury Symptoms Can Take Days or Weeks to Surface—and May Have Long-Term Effects
Pain and stiffness do not always begin at the scene of an accident. Although some soft tissue injuries may be felt immediately, pain and other symptoms can be delayed for days or even weeks. Other injuries may initially seem minor, while pain, degeneration, or related complications can develop gradually and become more noticeable months or even years later. This delay can make it difficult to recognize that an earlier accident may have contributed to the problem.
How do we know this? We’ve listened to many accident victims over the years describe symptoms like headaches, neck pain, insomnia, confusion, back pain, arm pain, leg pain, and numbness and tingling in the extremities, just to name a few.
Sudden jolting or jarring of the spine can cause seemingly mild injuries that lead to early degenerative arthritic changes. If left uncorrected, these injuries may contribute to spinal degeneration, chronic pain, stiffness, and other long-term complications over time.
An early evaluation uncovers hidden underlying damage, allowing you to take corrective action before long-term symptoms begin to progress.
Dr. Roth utilizes a comprehensive evaluation and treatment process to identify injuries and develop an appropriate care plan. Diagnostic imaging such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans may be ordered if necessary to visualize the nature and extent of the injuries. He is nationally certified in spinal decompression therapy, which he often utilizes in rehabilitating neck or back injuries.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Auto Injury Treatment At Health 1st Wellness & Physical Medicine
- Comprehensive Evaluations: Complete physical and neurological checks to assess post-crash strains.
- Diagnostic Imaging: X-ray and/or MRI if clinically indicated.
- Detailed Medical Documentation: Precise, timely charts and reports to support injury documentation and claim processing.
- Targeted Care Plans: Personalized treatment recommendations based on examination findings.
- Injury Treatment: Focused on reducing pain, restoring mobility, and improving function. No drugs. No shots. No surgery.
Insurance and Documentation Support
We routinely work with Medical Payments (MedPay), Personal Injury Protection (PIP), and third-party auto insurance claims. Our office provides detailed documentation to accurately record examination findings, injuries, and treatment progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How soon should I be evaluated after a car accident?
A: As soon as possible. It is highly recommended to seek a professional evaluation promptly after a collision. Some injuries may not produce symptoms immediately, but early evaluation can help identify problems and document injuries.
A: Yes. We routinely provide compliant clinical documentation, diagnostic charting, and billing information to auto insurance carriers, third-party payers, and designated representatives when authorized by the patient.
Q: What should I bring to my first visit?
A: Please bring your ID, any accident or police reports, your auto insurance claim details, and any health insurance information you have.
Don’t Delay Your Post-Accident Evaluation
We routinely manage complex auto recovery cases and maintain the rigorous clinical documentation standards required for automotive insurance claims.
Following a motor vehicle accident, third-party carriers place significant importance on timely evaluations and objective data. A prompt evaluation can help identify injuries, establish a clear medical baseline, and record your physical condition accurately.
Call today to schedule your appointment.
