The Hospital Said I am OK But I'm Still Hurting

     After an accident, you might and probably should go to the emergency room of your local hospital to get checked for possible life threatening injuries.  They might do x-rays to rule out broken bones or CT/MRI's to rule out internal injuries or closed head injuries.  But this is just the beginning of the story, especially if you are still hurting.
     At this point you might not be in danger of dying but you are likely still in need of treatment which is not performed in an emergency room.  Injuries such as those which occur in motor vehicle accidents can become chronic, long lasting problems if not treated properly.  That is what clinics like Accident and Injury are for.
     The doctors at Accident and Injury will evaluate your injuries and oversee your care.  If you are unable to work, the doctor can provide a notice for your employer instructing them to modify your job or that you will be unable to work for a few days.  If you are also in need of medication for your pain and inflammation, we can refer you to a medical provider who will evaluate your need and provide prescriptions if needed.   In some cases a patient might need to see an orthopedic specialist.  Your Accident and Injury doctor will refer you to one who will also work with your attorney so that you can be seen with no out of pocket expense in most cases.
     The emergency room is usually just step one in the recovery process when injured.