From Dr. David Anderson
Patient guides and articles
Guides on car accidents, whiplash, back injuries and California accident paperwork.
Recent articles
Headache after a crash: Concussion signs that can start days or weeks later
A headache after a car accident can be a concussion symptom, and MedlinePlus says those symptoms may start days or weeks later. Here are the signs, and when to see a health care professional first.
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Herniated disk after an accident: What it is and what care looks like
A herniated disk is a disk that ruptures, irritating the nearby nerves. MedlinePlus says most people recover with treatment. Here is what that treatment can include, and where spinal decompression fits.
Read articleHurt in a crash in California? The DMV report due within 10 days
California requires a report to the DMV within 10 days if a crash involved an injury, a death or more than $1,000 in property damage, regardless of fault. Here is how the SR-1 works.
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MedPay in California: The part of your auto policy that can pay for care
Medical payments coverage can pay medical expenses for you and your passengers no matter who was at fault, if you bought it. Here is what California's Department of Insurance says, and how to check your policy.
Read articleWhiplash and neck pain after a car accident: What it is
Whiplash is a soft tissue injury to the neck, also called a neck sprain or strain. Here is what MedlinePlus says about it, when to go to the emergency room first, and what an exam covers.
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