Auto Injury & Personal Injury Care in Laguna Beach, CA
Comprehensive Care for Accidents and Injuries
At Health in Balance, we understand that accidents—whether on the road or at work—can leave lasting effects on your body. Our team is dedicated to helping you recover safely and effectively, addressing both immediate pain and long-term complications. We treat injuries with a tailored approach, combining chiropractic care, manual therapy, and other advanced treatments to restore your body’s function and mobility.
What is Auto & Personal Injury Care?
Auto and personal injury care focuses on diagnosing and treating injuries sustained in accidents or work-related incidents. This includes:
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Injuries from being hit by another vehicle or striking another car.
- Bicycle vs. Vehicle Accidents – Injuries sustained when a bicyclist collides with a motor vehicle, including dooring incidents.
- Workplace Injuries (Workers’ Comp) – Injuries that occur on the job, from falls and repetitive strain to on-site accidents.
Our goal is to identify the underlying causes of your pain, not just the symptoms, and create a comprehensive treatment plan that supports long-term recovery.
Common Causes of Trigger Finger
Understanding the potential causes of trigger finger can help you prevent it in the future. For those already experiencing trigger finger, it can be helpful to understand the causes in order to identify what may have caused your condition.
Trigger finger is often the result of one of a variety of factors:
Rear-end collisions or sudden stops
Side-impact or T-bone accidents
Dooring or vehicle-vs-bicycle incidents
Slips, trips, and falls at work
Overexertion or repetitive strain in occupational settings
Symptoms of Auto & Personal Injuries
Accidents may result in immediate pain or delayed symptoms. Typical complaints include:
Whiplash and neck pain
Back pain and stiffness
Headaches or migraines
Radicular symptoms (tingling, numbness, or radiating pain)
Ligament or tendon strain
Disc injuries such as bulges or herniations
Reduced mobility and range of motion
Fatigue and postural imbalances
Permanent disability in severe cases
AOMSI (Alteration of Motion Segment Integrity) aka Ligament Laxity
Effective Treatment Options for Auto & Personal Injuries
Depending on your situation and whether your care is covered by a workers’ comp prescription, our treatment plans may include:
Depending on your situation and whether your care is covered by a workers’ comp prescription, our treatment plans may include:
Chiropractic Care
Realigns the spine, restores mobility, and reduces pain from postural or trauma-related misalignments.
Deep Manual Therapy
Focused, therapeutic soft tissue work to release adhesions, relax hypertonic muscles, and improve circulation.
Spinal Decompression
Gentle traction therapy to rehydrate discs, relieve nerve pressure, and improve spinal function.
Shockwave Therapy & PEMF
Stimulates healing in soft tissues, breaks up scar tissue, and accelerates recovery from chronic or acute injuries.
Acupuncture
Supports natural pain relief, reduces inflammation, and enhances overall healing.
FAQs About Auto & Personal Injury Care
How soon should I seek care after an accident?
Even low-speed collisions—sometimes as slow as 5 mph—can cause whiplash, which may lead to long-term pain, stiffness, or decreased range of motion later in life, even if symptoms initially seem mild. It’s imperative to seek care as soon as possible to properly assess your injury, prevent complications, and start a treatment plan that supports full recovery.
Can symptoms appear weeks after the accident?
Some people feel fine immediately after an accident, only for symptoms—like neck pain, headaches, or stiffness—to appear days or even up to two weeks later. Early evaluation is important to catch hidden injuries and prevent long-term complications.
Do I need a prescription for workers’ comp or auto injury care?
We can work with or without a prescription, depending on your case, but we always coordinate care with any insurance or case manager requirements.
Can treatment help if my injury happened months ago?
Yes. Many patients experience significant improvement even after delayed treatment. Our approach addresses both old and new injuries.
Will I need multiple types of therapy?
Typically, a combination of treatments—chiropractic adjustments, manual therapy, and supportive modalities—provides the best outcomes.
Is this treatment safe if I have pre-existing conditions?
Absolutely. Every plan is personalized to your medical history, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
OFFICE HOURS
Mon: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tues: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wed: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thurs: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sat: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (Massage Only)
Sun: Closed