What Does A Car Accident Orthopedic Doctor Treat?
Orthopedic doctors specialize in diagnosing and treating injuries to your musculoskeletal system—the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons that keep your body moving. After a crash, our orthopedic team may treat:
- Bone Fractures – Breaks or cracks in the bone caused by impact
- Joint Dislocations – Bones forced out of alignment due to collision trauma
- Ligament Injuries – Sprains or tears from sudden twisting or abnormal movement
- Muscle Strains – Overstretching or tearing of muscles during rapid motion
- Soft Tissue Injuries – Damage to muscles, ligaments, or tendons (sprains, strains, contusions)
- Back and Neck Injuries – Including whiplash, herniated discs, and spinal strain
- Orthopedic Trauma – Serious injuries like compound fractures that require immediate care
These injuries may seem manageable at first, but without the right treatment, they can lead to long-term pain, limited mobility, and complications with your claim.
Signs You Should See A Car Accident Orthopedic Doctor
Not all injuries show up right away after a crash, but delaying care can lead to more pain, longer recovery, and problems with your claim. If you’re experiencing any of the following, it’s time to see an orthopedic specialist:
- Persistent Pain – Ongoing or severe pain in your bones, joints, or muscles—especially if it’s not improving—needs expert evaluation.
- Swelling or Bruising – Visible swelling or deep bruising may point to fractures or soft tissue damage that won’t heal on its own.
- Limited Range of Motion – Stiffness or difficulty moving a joint or limb can signal sprains, dislocations, or ligament tears.
- Deformity in a Limb or Joint – If something looks out of place, it could be a dislocation or fracture that needs immediate care.
- Difficulty Standing or Walking – Trouble bearing weight on a limb or joint may indicate serious structural injury.
- Neck or Back Stiffness – These symptoms often point to spinal injuries—common in car accidents—and require urgent orthopedic attention.
- Redness or Warmth Around the Injury – This could mean inflammation or infection, especially when paired with swelling and pain.
The sooner you’re evaluated, the better your outcome. AICA’s orthopedic doctors specialize in car accident injuries and provide fast, effective treatment to help you heal and protect your case.
What Type of Doctor Should You See After a Car Accident?
The type of car accident doctor you need depends on your injuries. After an accident, specialized care matters. Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Emergency Room Doctors – Handle life-threatening injuries immediately after a crash.
- Accident Urgent Care Doctors – Treat mild to moderate injuries, then refer you if more care is needed.
- Primary Care Physicians – May offer basic evaluations but often refer out for specialized treatment.
- Orthopedic Doctors – Focus on injuries to bones, joints, muscles, and soft tissue—ideal for most accident injuries.
- Accident Injury Chiropractors – Treat misalignments, reduce inflammation, and help restore proper function to the spine and joints.
- Accident Injury Physical Therapists – Help improve strength, flexibility, and mobility during the recovery process.
- Accident Injury Neurologists – Essential for head injuries, dizziness, numbness, or memory issues.
At AICA, you don’t have to choose. We bring all these specialists together under one roof. One call gets you access to real doctors, real recovery, and real results.
Who Pays for Orthopedic Care After a Car Accident?
If the accident wasn’t your fault, you may be legally entitled to $25K–$1M in medical care—with no out-of-pocket cost to you. At AICA, we work directly with attorneys and insurance companies to make sure your treatment is covered, documented, and protected from day one.
You shouldn’t have to choose between getting better and worrying about the bill. Our team handles the paperwork and coordinates with your legal team so you can focus on healing. We never charge upfront, and we never turn accident victims away.
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What to Expect at Your First Visit with AICA’s Car Accident Orthopedic Doctors
Better care. Better compensation. When you choose AICA, you’re getting more than treatment—you’re getting over years of experience and $1 billion in care delivered across metro Atlanta. With 18 locations and a full team of specialists, expert accident care is always close by.
At your first visit, you’ll meet with an experienced orthopedic doctor who understands how car accidents impact the body. They’ll walk through your symptoms, perform a detailed physical exam, and use on-site diagnostics like X-rays or MRI to identify the full extent of your injuries. From there, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan that focuses on pain relief, long-term recovery, and supporting your injury claim.
From day one, our goal is simple: help you heal—quickly, completely, and with no out-of-pocket cost.