Conditions
Slip and Fall Injuries
Understanding slip and fall injuries
A fall on a wet floor, stairs, ice or at work can injure the back, neck, hips, knees, wrists or shoulders. Some injuries are obvious right away; others show up days later as pain and stiffness.
Falls can strain muscles and ligaments, irritate joints and discs, and change the way you move while your body protects the injured area.
After urgent injuries such as fractures have been ruled out, an evaluation can help identify soft-tissue and spinal injuries and document them properly for any claim.
Common symptoms
- Back, neck or hip pain after a fall
- Stiffness and reduced range of motion
- Bruising and swelling
- Headaches after the fall
- Pain in the wrists, knees or shoulders
- Tingling or numbness in the arms or legs
Common causes
- Wet or uneven floors
- Stairs and poor lighting
- Ice and outdoor hazards
- Falls at work or on job sites
- Loose rugs and clutter at home
How we may help
How our non-surgical care may help
- On-site digital X-rays, when clinically necessary, to better understand your injuries
- Chiropractic adjustments can support spinal alignment and mobility after impact
- Shockwave and laser therapy may help reduce inflammation and support tissue healing
- Physiotherapy and guided exercises can help restore strength and balance
- Injury documentation and progress evaluations for your claim or workers’ compensation case
When to seek urgent care
- • Seek emergency care if you hit your head and have confusion, vomiting, drowsiness or a worsening headache.
- • Seek emergency care if you cannot stand, walk or move a limb, or a bone looks deformed.
- • Seek emergency care if you have numbness or weakness in the arms or legs, or lose bladder or bowel control.
- • Seek emergency care if you have severe neck or back pain right after the fall.
If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
Treatments that may help
Treatments that may help
01 / 06Chiropractic CareGentle adjustments to improve spinal alignment, reduce nerve interference and support your body's natural healing.View service 
02 / 06Car Accident Injury CareWhiplash, neck and back pain after a crash. We document your injuries and work with auto insurance and PI claims.View service 
03 / 06Shockwave TherapyStimulates blood flow and supports tissue healing for stubborn pain that hasn't responded to other treatments.View service 
04 / 06Laser TherapyNon-invasive light therapy that may reduce inflammation and support faster recovery — great with shockwave.View service 
05 / 06Physiotherapy & RehabGuided exercises and therapeutic techniques to rebuild strength, mobility and function.View service 
06 / 06Roller-Table MassageA specialized roller table glides along your spine to release tension and help you relax.View service Swipe to see all services
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
If you have urgent symptoms or a possible fracture, go to the emergency room first. For ongoing pain and stiffness after a fall, many people schedule an evaluation to check the spine and joints and start a recovery plan.
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