Auto Accident & Personal Injury

If you've been injured in a car accident, even a minor fender-bender, your body may be hurting in ways you don't expect. At Duarte Family Chiropractic, Dr. John McHaney and Dr. Maggie Pezeshkian have been helping accident victims in Duarte recover from injuries since 2005 — over 20 years of trusted care in our community.

Don't wait until your pain gets worse. Early chiropractic care after an accident can prevent long-term complications and strengthen your personal injury claim.

• Serving Duarte since 2005 — over 20 years of experience treating accident-related injuries
• Same-day and next-day appointments available for accident victims
• We work directly with attorneys and accept liens
• Detailed documentation for your insurance and legal claims
• Comprehensive treatment plans combining chiropractic, massage, and rehabilitation
• Convenient Duarte location at 924 Buena Vista St, Suite 103

Even low-speed collisions can cause serious injuries. Many symptoms don't appear immediately — they may take days or weeks to develop. We treat:

Whiplash and Neck Injuries
The sudden jolt of a collision can cause the neck to snap forward and back, damaging muscles, ligaments, and discs. Symptoms include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and limited range of motion.

Back Pain and Spinal Injuries
The impact of a car accident can misalign your spine, herniate discs, or strain muscles throughout your back. Untreated back injuries often become chronic.

Headaches and Migraines
Post-accident headaches are common and often related to neck trauma, concussion, or muscle tension. Chiropractic care addresses the underlying cause.

Shoulder and Joint Pain
Seatbelts, airbags, and the force of impact frequently injure shoulders, hips, knees, and other joints.

Soft Tissue Injuries
Muscle strains, ligament sprains, and connective tissue damage often go undiagnosed but cause significant pain and reduced mobility.

Numbness and Tingling
Pinched nerves from spinal misalignment can cause numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet.

Many accident victims rely on emergency room visits or pain medication, but these often miss the underlying musculoskeletal damage. A chiropractor specializes in:

• Diagnosing hidden injuries that imaging alone may miss
• Treating the root cause of pain rather than just the symptoms
• Restoring proper alignment disrupted by the impact
• Reducing inflammation naturally without medication
• Preventing chronic pain that can develop months or years later
• Documenting your injuries for insurance and legal purposes

Important: Insurance companies and courts often look at how quickly you sought treatment after your accident. Delaying care can hurt both your health and your claim.

Every accident is different, and so is every recovery. Your personalized treatment plan may include:

Comprehensive Initial Evaluation
We'll review your accident details, conduct a thorough physical exam, and identify all areas of injury — including those you may not be aware of yet.

Chiropractic Adjustments
Gentle, precise adjustments restore proper spinal alignment and relieve pressure on injured nerves.

Massage Therapy
Therapeutic massage reduces muscle tension, improves circulation, and accelerates healing of soft tissue injuries.

Piezowave Therapy
Advanced acoustic wave therapy used by professional sports teams to treat acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain, accelerate healing, and reduce inflammation.

Corrective Exercises
Targeted rehabilitation exercises rebuild strength, restore range of motion, and prevent re-injury.

Ultrasound Therapy
Deep tissue treatment that reduces swelling and stiffness while promoting circulation and healing.

We understand that dealing with insurance companies and legal claims after an accident is stressful. We make it simple:

We Work With Your Attorney
If you have a personal injury attorney, we coordinate directly with their office and provide all necessary documentation for your case.

Lien-Based Billing Accepted
No upfront costs. We can treat you on a lien basis, meaning you don't pay until your case is settled.

MedPay and Auto Insurance
Most California auto insurance policies include Medical Payments coverage that pays for chiropractic care after an accident — often regardless of who was at fault.

Detailed Documentation
We provide thorough records of your injuries, treatment, and progress for your insurance claim or legal case.

Don't have an attorney yet? We can refer you to trusted local personal injury attorneys.

As soon as possible — ideally within 72 hours.

Adrenaline and shock often mask pain immediately after an accident. By the time symptoms appear, inflammation may have set in and injuries may have worsened. Early treatment:

• Speeds your recovery
• Prevents chronic pain
• Strengthens your insurance claim
• Documents the connection between the accident and your injuries

Even if you feel fine, a chiropractic evaluation after an accident is one of the smartest things you can do for your long-term health.

To make your first appointment as smooth as possible, please bring:

• Photo ID
• Insurance card
• Police report or accident report number (if available)
• Attorney's contact information (if you have one)
• List of current medications
• Any imaging or medical records from emergency room visits

Will my auto insurance cover chiropractic care?
In most cases, yes. California auto insurance policies typically include Medical Payments (MedPay) coverage that pays for chiropractic care after an accident. We'll help verify your coverage.

Do I need a referral from my doctor?
No. You can see a chiropractor directly after a car accident — no referral needed.

What if the accident wasn't my fault?
The at-fault driver's insurance is typically responsible for your medical care. We can work on a lien basis until your case is settled.

How many visits will I need?
This depends on the severity of your injuries. Mild cases may resolve in 4–6 visits, while more serious injuries may require ongoing care over several months. We'll give you a clear treatment plan after your evaluation.

Can you help even if my accident was months ago?
Yes. While we recommend seeking care as soon as possible, we still treat accident victims weeks or months after their injury — especially if pain has developed or worsened.

Do you treat passengers or just drivers?
We treat anyone injured in an auto accident — drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

What if I was in a Lyft, Uber, or rideshare accident?
We treat rideshare accident victims and can help you navigate the unique insurance situation that comes with rideshare claims.

The longer you wait to seek treatment, the harder it can be to recover — and the harder it can be to prove your injuries to insurance companies. If you've been in a car accident in Duarte, Monrovia, Arcadia, Bradbury, Azusa, or anywhere in the San Gabriel Valley, we're here to help.

Call (626) 359-3956 to schedule your appointment today.