When you’re recovering from an auto accident, every day counts. At Dorsa Physical Therapy our mission is to restore your strength, motion, and quality of life. We combine hands-on treatment, therapeutic modalities, and personalized rehab plans so you heal well and fully.
What We Do
- Comprehensive Evaluation
We begin with a thorough assessment of your injury, posture, range of motion, strength, balance, and pain triggers. This lets us understand the root causes behind your symptoms and not just the surface pain. - Manual Therapy & Joint Mobilization
Skilled hands‐on techniques to reduce stiffness, improve joint movement, and alleviate pain. These can include soft tissue work, myofascial release, and targeted mobilizations to restore normal biomechanics. - Therapeutic Exercises & Functional Training
Tailored exercise plans to rebuild strength, flexibility, stability, and coordination. We integrate functional movements that mimic everyday or work activities to support real-life recovery. - Pain-Modulating Modalities
Tools to help manage pain and inflammation: ultrasound, electrical stimulation (e-stim/TENS), heat/cold therapy, and more. Used strategically to support comfort and healing. - Posture, Gait & Movement Correction
Auto accidents often throw off your alignment and movement patterns. We’ll coach you on posture, walking form (gait), movement coordination, and ergonomics to prevent chronic issues and re-injury. - Home Care & Self-Management Strategies
You’ll receive exercises, stretches, and guidance you can do at home. We believe recovery doesn’t stop at the clinic door—your commitment matters, and we make it doable.
How Does Physical Therapy Work?
- Initial Consultation & Goal Setting
We’ll review your accident history, current symptoms, medical imaging (if available), and any prior treatments. Together, we set realistic goals: pain reduction, improved mobility, return to work/sport, etc. - Customized Treatment Plan
Based on your assessment, we build a plan that blends manual therapy, exercise, and necessary modalities. Frequency and duration depend on severity, your personal goals, and how you respond to treatment. - Progress Monitoring & Adjustment
Healing isn’t always linear. We track your progress regularly—pain levels, movement, strength—and adjust the plan if needed so you keep moving forward. - Rehabilitation & Return to Activity
Whether returning to daily tasks, work, or sports, we guide you through safe, gradual reintegration. This includes strength, conditioning, mobility, and often functional or sport-specific drills.
What Does Physical Therapy Treat?
Auto accidents can cause a wide range of injuries that affect muscles, joints, and the nervous system. Physical therapy is especially helpful for whiplash, back and neck pain, herniated or bulging discs, shoulder injuries from seat belts, hip and knee pain from impact, concussions with lingering dizziness or headaches, and general stiffness or weakness after prolonged rest. By addressing pain, restoring mobility, and rebuilding strength, PT supports a safer, faster, and more complete recovery.
Common conditions we treat include:
- Whiplash (neck sprains / strains)
- Back, shoulder, hip, knee, and joint injuries from collision impact
- Soft-tissue injuries: muscle strains, ligament sprains
- Headaches and dizziness related to trauma
- Post-surgical recovery (if applicable to auto‐accident cases)
- Posture, alignment, and mobility impairments arising from accident trauma
Ready to Get Started?
If you’ve been injured in an auto accident and are seeking expert physical therapy care, we’re here to help. Contact us at 720-893-0312 to start your recovery journey with Dorsa Physical Therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Physical Therapy
Yes. Physical therapy complements chiropractic care wonderfully. While chiropractic adjustments often focus on alignment and joint mobility, PT emphasizes strength, functional movement, and ongoing rehab to support long-term recovery.
It depends on your injury type, how long ago the accident was, your overall health, and commitment to care. Many people notice improvements in pain and mobility within a few sessions, but full recovery may take weeks or months.
Absolutely. We have experience coordinating with auto insurance, medical providers, and legal requirements to make sure your therapy is covered and properly documented.