Conditions We Treat

Car accident and work injury care in Allentown

A crash or a workplace injury can leave pain that shows up days later and lingers for months if it is not treated properly. We examine carefully, document thoroughly and treat gently.

Auto & Work Injuries

What it feels like, and where it comes from

Even a low-speed collision whips the head and neck faster than the muscles can react. The joints and soft tissue of the neck and upper back are strained, and the pain, stiffness and headaches often do not peak until a day or two later. Low back pain from a seat belt or from bracing against the floor is common too. People who feel fine at the scene are frequently sore for weeks afterward.

Work injuries follow the same pattern with different mechanics: a lift that went wrong, a slip, repetitive strain from the same motion all day. In both cases, early care and a clear record of what was injured matter. Injuries left to settle on their own tend to heal with restriction that causes trouble later.

Neck pain, stiffness or headaches after a car accident
Low back pain after a collision or a lift at work
Pain that showed up a day or two after the incident
Shoulder or arm pain from bracing or from a seat belt
Numbness or tingling since the injury
An injury that was never really evaluated

How We Help

Our approach to auto & work injuries

A careful, documented exam

Every injury is examined and recorded thoroughly, which protects your health and, when there is an insurance claim, your record of what happened.

Gentle care for injured tissue

Injured joints and muscles are irritable. The Activator Method restores motion with a precise, low-force impulse, which is far better tolerated than forceful adjusting after an injury.

Clear next steps

Auto and work injury cases come with forms and insurers. Call the office with your claim information and our staff will tell you what is needed before your first visit.

Dr. Petrilak treating a patient with the Activator instrument

Your First Visit

What to expect

Come in as soon as you can after the incident, even if the pain seems mild. Dr. Petrilak will take a detailed history of how it happened, examine everything that may have been affected and refer for imaging when it is warranted.

Treatment is paced to the healing tissue. Early visits focus on calming irritation and restoring gentle motion, later visits on getting you fully back to work, driving and daily life. Progress and findings are documented at each stage.

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In their words

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"I highly recommend Dr. Alan and his practice. He's professional, compassionate and knowledgeable. He takes the time and explains what is going on with your issues and answers all your questions. His treatments have helped me a great deal, and his staff is friendly and knowledgeable."

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Common Questions

Questions about auto & work injuries

Straight answers to the questions we hear most. If yours is not here, call us and we will help.

I feel okay after my accident. Should I still get checked?

Yes. Whiplash and back strain commonly take a day or two to become painful, and injuries that are not evaluated early are harder to document and often take longer to resolve. A prompt exam is worth it even if you end up needing little care.

Does insurance cover chiropractic care after an accident?

Coverage depends on the policy and the circumstances. Call the office with your claim information and our staff will help you find out what applies before your first visit.

What should I bring for a work injury visit?

Call the office first with your claim information and employer details. Our staff will tell you exactly what is needed so your first visit goes smoothly.

How long after a car accident can I start care?

The sooner the better, but it is never too late to be evaluated. Patients sometimes come in months after an accident with pain that never resolved, and there is still a great deal that can be done.

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Other conditions we treat

Neck Pain Headaches & Migraines Back Pain Herniated Discs All conditions

Ready to feel better?

Let's get you out of pain

No forced long-term contracts. Just an accurate diagnosis and care built around you. Call today or request an appointment and we'll take it from there.

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