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Recovery Guidance

Car Accident Injury Guides in Colorado

These pages focus on common injury patterns after a crash, what to monitor in the first days, and how to keep treatment and claim documentation consistent.

Whiplash After a Crash

Whiplash symptoms are often delayed. Early documentation and consistent follow-up care can make a major difference.

  • Track neck and shoulder symptoms for at least 72 hours after impact.
  • Keep a dated symptom timeline tied to treatment visits.
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Concussion After Crash

Concussion symptoms can be subtle at first. Prompt evaluation and follow-up are critical for safety and records.

  • Get immediate care for confusion, vomiting, severe headache, or vision changes.
  • Follow return-to-work and screen-time guidance from your provider.
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Herniated Disc

Disc injuries can produce persistent neck or back pain, numbness, and weakness. Care plans and records matter.

  • Report radiating pain, numbness, or weakness quickly.
  • Keep imaging reports and specialist recommendations in one timeline.
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Soft Tissue Settlement

Soft tissue cases are commonly disputed. Clear treatment timelines and functional-impact records are essential.

  • Tie every treatment step to documented symptoms and provider plans.
  • Track missed work and activity limits in real time.
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Delayed Symptoms

It is common for pain to appear after the initial shock period. Acting quickly once symptoms begin is important.

  • Seek medical evaluation as soon as symptoms appear.
  • Note exactly when symptoms started and how they changed.
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When to Get an MRI

MRI timing depends on symptom patterns, neurological findings, and provider judgment. It is not automatic for every crash.

  • MRI is usually symptom-driven, not automatic after every collision.
  • Ask your provider to document the reason for imaging decisions.
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Treatment Timeline

A clear treatment timeline helps you follow medical guidance and keeps your claim documentation coherent from day one.

  • Prioritize baseline evaluation in the first 24 to 72 hours.
  • Track symptom progression and care milestones weekly.
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