Lakeview Motor Vehicle Injury Treatment in Calgary
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Following injury, physiotherapy plays an important role in early pain management, realistic goal setting for return to work, family life and recreation, and education to alleviate anxiety associated with pain and return to function.
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Neck injury, or Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) is the most common injury following motor vehicle accident.
In Alberta, the automobile insurance industry provides clear guidelines for reporting injury related to motor vehicle accidents and timely access to treatment. Early treatment of soft tissue injuries is the key to promoting recovery and return to pre accident levels of comfort and function.
Recent motor vehicle accident:
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Fill out an AB1 form and submit it to your insurance company within 10 days of the accident. AB1 Form
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Have your injuries assessed by a primary health care practitioner, such as a physiotherapist. No doctor's referral required.
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Physiotherapist will assess your injury, develop and carryout a treatment plan, complete the required forms and submit these to your insurance company.
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In most cases we can directly bill the insurance company for the cost of treatments that are within the first 90 days after the accident.
90 days after injury:
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Extended health care benefits, if applicable, can be accessed to fund the cost of physiotherapy.
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In some cases, Section B of your automobile insurance policy may provide funding for extended physiotherapy.
Fractures and more serious injuries:
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Your physician will recommend physiotherapy if and when required.
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Contact your insurance company to fill out required forms.
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