After a car accident attention often focuses on visible injuries like broken bones or brain trauma but one of the more overlooked results is pelvic pain which may develop days, weeks or even later. Pain in the pelvic region may show itself as discomfort in the lower back, hips, groin, or tailbone and often gets misdiagnosed which leads many victims to suffer for a long time without proper treatment.
The pelvis plays a central role in the body. Large muscles including those in the thighs, hips, abdomen, and lower back all connect to the pelvic structure. Any injury that jolts or damages these muscles or joints can cause alignment issues or dysfunction that has effects throughout the region.
Pelvic injuries often cause pain referred to areas like the low back, groin, hips, and tailbone. Even when the source of the pain is in the pelvic floor tissues the body may interpret the pain as coming from nearby areas. This confusion can lead to treatments or surgeries that focus on the wrong region without resolving the underlying issue.
When pelvic muscles are strained knotted or injured by the crash they may lose function or become painful. Beyond pain victims may notice other symptoms including incontinence, constipation, the need to urinate frequently or suddenly, or pain during intercourse.
Physical therapy focused on the pelvic floor is a specialized treatment path that addresses these complex symptoms. Though there are relatively few certified specialists in this field, therapy aimed specifically at the pelvic floor can bring relief that more general treatments might miss.
If you experience pelvic pain after a car accident it is important to have thorough medical evaluation including specialist assessment when needed. Keeping records of your symptoms, medical visits, and any related impairment can help with recovery and later if you need to pursue legal claims. An attorney experienced in personal injury can help you understand your rights and options including seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life.
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