Common Slip and Fall Injuries

Slip and Fall incidents are some of the most common accidents in the state of Georgia. They are also one of the most prevalent ways to damage the neck, back, and hips in particular for the elderly. However, a Slip and Fall Injury can happen to anyone and anywhere.

Slip and Fall injuries can happen in your home or due to the negligence of someone else. If you have suffered an injury, your priority should be to see a Chiropractor at one of Arrowhead Clinics in Georgia and South Carolina.

Neck and Back Injuries

A slip and fall injury can be an extremely painful experience causing slipped discs, broken back, or other injuries that can lead to severe and chronic pain with the inability to return to work or the need for surgery.

Head Injuries

One of the most common injuries to obtain after a slip and fall, are traumatic brain injuries which result from the victims head hitting the ground or an object. Traumatic brain injuries can cause severe and lifelong consequences. Rehabilitation or extensive rehab may be necessary for recovery.

Broken Hips

Slip and Fall Accidents that cause the victim to break bones in their hips may result in a hip replacement surgery where rehabilitation could be necessary. The elderly are especially vulnerable to breaking hip bones after a slip and fall.

Slip and Fall victims can experience trauma on nearly any part of the body. When these injuries are severe and a daily source of pain, exploring non-invasive, drug-free treatment options should be your top priority.

At Arrowhead Clinic, we have treated slip and fall patients who have suffered different types of injuries for nearly 40 years. By providing in-depth evaluations and listening carefully to the circumstances surrounding your accident and a complete spinal evaluation we can determine the underlying cause of your injury and deliver targeted treatment for your specific case.

If your injury was caused while playing a sport continue learning about how chiropractic care can heal your sport injury.

If you would like to speak with one of our Slip and Fall Injury Doctors in Georgia or South Carolina, click on the link below for a free consultation.

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