Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Rehabilitation through physical therapy is an essential part of recovery for individuals who have sustained injuries in a car accident. MVAs can lead to a wide range of injuries, from soft tissue damage like sprains and strains to more severe issues like fractures or spinal cord injuries. Physical therapy helps restore movement, reduce pain, improve strength, and prevent long-term disability after an accident.

Treatment approach Commonly Used in MVA Rehab:

Massage Therapy: Helps to reduce muscle tension and pain, especially for patients with whiplash or soft tissue injuries.

Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to improve tissue mobility, reduce pain, and restore joint movement.

Therapeutic Exercises: Stretching, strengthening, and functional movement exercises aimed at restoring normal movement patterns and improving
muscle balance.

Modalities:

• Cold and Heat Therapy: Cold to reduce inflammation and heat to promote blood flow and tissue healing.
• Electrical Stimulation (TENS): Used for pain relief and muscle activation.
• Dry Needling: Often used to treat myofascial pain and trigger points (muscle knots) that may arise after an MVA, particularly for patients with neck and back pain.