Is there treatment available after a Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA)?
Yes, treatments provided by Registered Physiotherapists are available to help you manage your pain and impairments after the accident. Usually, this process starts by contacting your insurance company and reporting the incident. In Ontario, individuals are entitled to $3500 of treatment which usually covers 4-5 months of treatment. Additionally, coverage may be extended more depending on the severity and extent of the injuries. Not every Physiotherapy clinic accepts MVA referrals, but PhysioNow is one of the leading providers of MVA rehabilitation across the GTA!
What is MVA rehabilitation?
Car accidents are unique because they result in injury to multiple larges areas of the body at the same time. Fortunately, MVA rehabilitation will address any and all of those impairments, and the Physiotherapist may refer out to other health care professionals if necessary. For example, injuries can range anywhere from one to multiple of:
- Fracture
- Concussion
- Whiplash
- Soft tissue strains, sprains and tears
- Internal injuries (requiring immediate medical attention)
- Chest injuries/bruising
- Other traumatic brain injuries
- Injuries requiring surgical repair
How long is MVA treatment?
As mentioned before, the treatment is usually around 4-5 months for individuals with minor injuries. If you are qualified for a major injury guideline (requires approval from your adjustor and usually medical documentation), the treatment can cover you for years. Overall, injuries sustained from MVAs can take quite a long time to heal. However, many individuals will recover quicker than the entire duration of the treatment.
How do I get started?
After reporting the incident, your case will be assigned a case number. Usually, your adjustor or Motor Vehicle Insurance will have the clinic contact you directly to set up the first appointment, so all you have to do is await a phone call from us! In some cases, they may give you a list of clinics in the area that accept MVA patients, and you can contact us yourself. From there, we just have to find a date and time that works for your initial assessment.
What can I expect from the first Motor Vehicle Accident Physiotherapy appointment?
You will be asked to fill out some paperwork on your initial visit, but don’t worry, our PhysioNow staff are very experienced with MVA procedures and can easily walk you through it. Usually, we ask our patients to come 30 minutes early to the initial assessment to ensure that the paperwork does not impact your appointment time with the Physiotherapist. Next, your physiotherapist will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the injured areas. Finally, they will create a personalized treatment plan using your input to ensure the quickest recovery time possible.
If you have more questions or are looking for a clinic to start your Motor Vehicle Accident Treatment at, look for PhysioNow! We have 10 locations offering MVA services across the GTA including Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga, and Etobicoke. Get in contact with us today!
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