CT Physical Therapy Care

12/05/2025

Is your neck stiffness worse on Day 3 than on Day 1? 🚗💥

Whiplash can be tricky. While you need to rest, you also need to move to flush out inflammation.

We’ve compiled 5 Therapist-Approved Exercises that are safe to do at home to help you get your range of motion back without causing more damage.

🚦 Bonus: Learn the "Traffic Light" rule to keep your recovery safe.

Get the exercises here:👇👇👇

Woke up with a stiff neck after a car accident? Try these 5 safe exercises to speed up whiplash recovery. Learn what to do and what to avoid.

11/30/2025

Did you know that hand tingling after a car accident is rarely a hand injury? 🖐️🚗

It’s actually a classic sign of a neck injury. As you can see in the diagram, the nerves that power your hands originate in your cervical spine (your neck). When whiplash or an impact compresses these nerves, the signal becomes "fuzzy," leading to numbness, tingling, or pain in your fingers.

Please don't wait for it to go away on its own. Learn more about the "Neck-Hand Connection" and how to treat it in our latest blog post: 👇

11/29/2025

It’s been 3 days since the accident. The shock has worn off... but now the pain is setting in. 🤕

If you are dealing with a nagging ache between your shoulder blades or sharp pain when lifting your arm, you aren't imagining it. This is a classic sign of the "Seatbelt Effect"—a twisting injury that happens even when your seatbelt saves your life.

In our latest blog post, we break down exactly why this happens, why the pain waited until now to show up, and the safe ways to get a good night's sleep while you heal.

📖 Read the full guide here: https://ctphysicaltherapycare.com/shoulder-upper-back-pain-after-car-accident/

Suffering shoulder and upper back pain after a car accident? Learn why pain is delayed, sleep with less pain, & how physical therapy helps.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂

Today, we pause to appreciate all the blessings we receive. We want to send a huge thank-you to everyone who has supported us and continues to help us serve Queens, New York. We are incredibly grateful for this community.

Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday! 🧡

11/27/2025

🚗💥 "I felt fine right after the crash." We hear this all the time. But 48 hours later? It’s a different story.

That stiff neck you woke up with isn't just from a bad night's sleep—it’s your body finally sounding the alarm. Adrenaline can mask serious neck injuries like whiplash or herniated discs for days after a car accident.

Don't wait for "the ache" to turn into chronic pain (or for insurance gaps to complicate your claim!).

👇 Read why that delayed pain is a significant warning sign and what to do about it:

Do you feel fine after a car accident but hurt now? Delayed neck pain is serious. Find out why and how to get treatment.

11/20/2025

Does your head feel "weird" since the accident? 🚗💥

🥴You might be checking for broken bones, but don't ignore these "invisible" symptoms:

❌ Feeling like you are in a fog ❌ Trouble finding the right words ❌ Room feels like it's spinning (Vertigo) ❌ Feeling "wobbly" or off-balance

If you checked any of these, it’s likely not just stress. It’s often a specific injury called Cervicogenic Dizziness (a conflict between signals from your neck and your brain).

We explain exactly how to fix the signal and clear the fog in our latest guide. 👇

Experiencing dizziness or brain fog after a car accident? Learn why it happens and how targeted physical therapy can help you recover safely.

11/10/2025

👉🏽That nagging headache after a "minor" car crash? 🚗😫

It's easy to blame it on stress, but don't just "wait it out."✋🏼

That pain is often a delayed sign of WHIPLASH—a real neck injury that can cause chronic issues if ignored. The headache isn't the problem; it's the symptom.

In our new article, we explain: ✅ Why your head hurts after a car accident (even if you didn't hit it) ✅ The hidden signs of a whiplash injury ✅ Why physical therapy is the key to healing the source of the pain

✋🏼Stop masking the pain and start fixing the problem. Read the full article now!

Persistent headaches after a car accident? It could be a sign of whiplash. Learn the symptoms and why physical therapy is the key to recovery.

11/05/2025

👉🏽Feeling that stiff, "locked-up" neck after a car accident? 🤕 Knowing what to do next is crucial for your recovery. Are you making one of these common mistakes? 👉🏽Click the link to learn how to effectively treat it.

Car accidents are exhausting, and the pain that comes after is no joke. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re dealing with that dreaded stiff, achy, can’t-turn-your-head feeling. That, my friend, is likely whiplash. It happens when your head suddenly snaps forward and then back, straining...

09/30/2025

Learn the steps to follow for your health and your case after a car accident!

You’ve just been in a car accident. It’s totally normal to panic and not know what to do next. While your thoughts might initially fall to the state of your car or even getting a lawyer, take a moment to slow down. The most important thing you can do in the first 24 hours is... Read more »

01/23/2025

Learn how physical therapists treat persistent rotator cuff pain after a car accident. Simple and easy to follow!

Lingering rotator cuff pain after a car accident? Explore key symptoms to look for, treatment steps, and essential tips for recovery.

12/19/2024

You can overcome knee osteoarthritis! Learn the step by step to follow for your recovery!

If you have knee pain due to an osteoarthritis flare, ignoring the side effects may lead to another attack. Take these steps to address them.