MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISIONS AND MOBILITY
Motor vehicle collisions can have lasting effects on mobility and daily function especially when injuries involve the neck, back, or musculoskeletal system. A large cohort study of those injured in crashes found that severity of injury influences long term physical and health related outcomes up to a year after the event, including reduced physical function and quality of life.
Key insight
Early, appropriate movement and rehabilitation support can help preserve mobility after a motor vehicle collision and may improve long‑term functional outcomes. If you've been in a collision and want to get moving, contact us for your personalized recovery plan!
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Dr. Peter Britton, DC & Dr. Alyssa Lenox, DC
1111 N. Northgate Way
Seattle, WA 98133
Phone: 206-523-2225
Appointments can be made on our website: https://intouchwithhealthseattle.com/home
Sources
Hung KK, Kifley A, Brown K, et al. Impacts of injury severity on long‑term outcomes following motor vehicle crashes. BMC Public Health. 2021;21:602. PMID: 34064209.
Brakenridge CL, Smits EJ, Gane EM, et al. Effectiveness of interventions on work outcomes after road traffic crash‑related musculoskeletal injuries: a systematic review and meta‑analysis. J Occup Rehabil. 2025;35:30‑47. PMID: 38578601.
Platts‑Mills TF, et al. Restricted physical activity and persistent pain following motor vehicle collision among older
