Car Accident & Auto Injury Chiropractic Care in South Austin

Don't wait — even if you feel "okay"

After a crash, adrenaline and the body's stress response can mask pain for hours or even days. Whiplash, soft-tissue injuries, disc problems, and spinal misalignments often don't show their full effects right away — and left unaddressed, they can develop into chronic neck pain, headaches, and stiffness months or even years later. A thorough evaluation now catches these injuries while they're early and most treatable, gives you the best chance at a full recovery, and reduces the risk of lingering pain down the road. It also creates a documented record from day one. If you've recently been in an accident, it's worth getting checked even if you feel fine.

Injuries we treat after a collision

• Whiplash and neck pain
• Back pain and spinal misalignment
• Disc herniations
• Headaches and migraines
• Dizziness and brain fog
• Shoulder, hip, and joint pain
• Pain and numbness traveling down the arms and legs
• Soft-tissue injuries, sprains, and strains
• Stiffness and reduced range of motion

If we find something that needs imaging or care beyond our scope, we'll refer you to the right specialist and coordinate from there.

Concussions and post-accident neurological symptoms

Dizziness, brain fog, trouble concentrating, headaches, light or noise sensitivity, and balance problems are common after a collision — and they're often missed. They can stem from whiplash-related (cervicogenic) issues or from a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury. This is an area where South Austin Chiro stands apart: Dr. Paul is a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB) and spent years working in an integrated traumatic brain injury (TBI) clinic. That background means a deeper, more targeted evaluation of post-accident neurological symptoms than you'll find at a typical clinic — and appropriate referral and co-management when your recovery calls for a broader care team. If you've been in an accident and just don't feel like yourself, we can help you get answers.

How we help you recover

Every accident is different, so we start with a thorough exam to pinpoint exactly what's injured, then build a care plan around it. Depending on your needs, that may include chiropractic adjustments, physiotherapy and rehab exercises, spinal decompression, and shockwave therapy (ESWT) for stubborn soft-tissue injuries — an advanced option that sets us apart from most clinics in the area. The goal is simple: relieve your pain, restore your mobility, and support a full recovery.

Worried about cost? You have options

Many accident-injury patients pay nothing out of pocket up front. Depending on your situation, your care may be covered through auto insurance — your own or the at-fault driver's — or provided under a Letter of Protection (LOP), an arrangement where your treatment is paid from your settlement once your case resolves. That means you can start care now without paying as you go. We'll talk through the options with you and coordinate with you and your attorney to find the right fit.

We work with your attorney

If you're working with a personal injury attorney — or still deciding whether to — we make the process easier for everyone. We provide the detailed exam findings, documentation, and treatment records that injury cases depend on, and we communicate directly with your legal team so nothing slips through the cracks. Don't have an attorney yet? We can help point you in the right direction.

What to do after a car accident

1. Get evaluated and mention any pain, even if it seems minor at the time.
2. Document everything — photos, the other driver's information, and a copy of the accident or police report.
3. Be cautious about accepting an early insurance settlement before you understand the full extent of your injuries; your attorney can advise you here.
4. See a chiropractor or physician for a thorough injury evaluation as soon as you can.
5. Follow your care plan consistently — gaps in treatment can slow recovery and complicate a claim.

Why South Austin Chiro

• Advanced neurological training — Dr. Paul is a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board with years of integrated TBI-clinic experience, rare among chiropractors
• Experienced with auto-injury and personal-injury care
• Thorough, claim-ready documentation
• Comprehensive treatment under one roof, including ESWT/shockwave
• We handle the insurance and Letter of Protection paperwork
• Conveniently located on Brodie Lane in South Austin
• Warm, straightforward, no-pressure care

Frequently asked questions