Feeling Fine? You Still Need to Get Checked Out
At Stewart & Stewart in Indiana, we often get calls from clients asking, “Do I really need to see a doctor after a car accident if I feel okay?” The short answer: Yes, you should. Even if you feel fine, it’s important to get checked out by a medical professional as soon as possible.
Injuries Can Take Time to Show Up
It’s not uncommon for accident-related injuries—especially soft tissue injuries or issues with your neck or back—to show up days or even weeks later. Just because you don’t feel pain right away doesn’t mean there isn’t an injury developing under the surface. Many expert witnesses will tell you that the sooner you get evaluated, the better.
Your Medical Visit Protects Your Health—and Your Case
If the accident wasn’t your fault, the other driver’s insurance typically covers your medical care. But if you don’t see a doctor right away and symptoms appear later, it can be difficult to connect your condition to the accident. Worse, if you’ve already settled your case without medical documentation, you could be left paying for treatment out of pocket.
That’s why we always recommend you see more than just the emergency room. A visit to your family doctor or a physical therapist may uncover issues that need care before they get worse.
Not Sure What to Do Next? Call Us
If you’re unsure whether to see a doctor or how to handle the aftermath of your accident, give Stewart & Stewart a call. We’ll walk you through it step by step. That’s what we’re here for—to protect your health and your legal rights.