Motor Vehicle Accident Rehabilitation and Therapy
                     Motor Vehicle Accident 
Rehabilitation and 
Therapy
Introduction
• Car accidents leave long-lasting injuries and emotional trauma on the 
victims.
• Physiotherapy is an essential tool for the quick recovery of the 
injured parts.
• After-effects of a major car accident may cause severe mental 
pressure.
• Minor or major – all types of accidents need to be treated well.
Common injuries caused by car 
accidents
Treatment of injuries depends on the parts 
affected
• and the extent of the damage done.
• Head and brain injuries
• Neckline injuries
• Facial bone injuries
• Collarbone injuries
• Back and spinal cord injuries
• Internal organ injuries
• Ligament sprains
• Hand or leg fractures
Serious Symptoms To Look For
If you’ve met with a car accident, then check out 
for these symptoms immediately
• Dizziness and unresponsive brain
• High level of tiredness
• Severe headache accompanied by a migraine
• Tingling sensation or numbness in any body 
part
• Reduced movement around the neck
• Continuous pain in the shoulder, head, and 
neck
What To Do After The Motor vehicle 
accident?
• Step 1: Call emergency number for ambulance and 
police authorities at the accident site
• Step 2: Apply first-aid on the major injuries
• Step 3: Involved parties need to check their insurance 
coverage for ICBC in New Westminster
Psychological Effects of Car 
Accidents
Car accidents are traumatic and 
psychologically shocking. Even if the intensity 
of injury is low, psychological aftereffects 
persist for a long period.
• High level of stress and anxiety issues
• Frequent mood swings leading to depression
• Sleeplessness and repeated nightmares
• Fear of staying alone
• Sudden bouts of anger
How Physiotherapy Helps in Reducing The 
Pain?
• Boosts the flexibility of muscles and nerves
• Reduce pain in neckline and back area of the 
victim’s body
• Prevents long-term damage and helps speedy 
recovery
Thank You