Effective Strategies for Accelerating Personal Injury Recovery Process

The Personal Injury Recovery process is one of the most frustrating, taxing, and painful experiences you will ever go through.

Dealing with the pain, the worry, the stress, the bills, and waiting for it to end…

Well, here's the problem:

If you don't know the right things to do and how to do them… your recovery time will be LONGER.

Many people don't have any idea how to properly recover. They just hope they are doing the right things. And that's a problem because what should take 6 months can easily drag on to a year or more.

If you'd like to dramatically speed up your recovery time…

Then you will want to know what's coming next…

• Why medical treatment is the foundation of recovery

• How to properly use legal support

• Physical therapy techniques that are proven to work

• Mental health and healing techniques to accelerate recovery

Why Recovery Timing Is So Important

Ok, here's a fact that will blow your mind…

Around 39.5 million Americans visit a doctor or healthcare professional for personal injuries every year in the United States.

That's approximately 126 out of every 1,000 individuals!

Now, here's the kicker…

Many of these people will take longer to heal because they don't know the proper steps to take. It's not just resting and hoping for the best.

It's a well-planned process that takes a combination of techniques to speed up personal injury recovery.

Your body wants to heal itself. But if you're not sleeping, eating right, you're anxious about medical bills, ignoring therapy… you are fighting yourself.

So, if you're wondering what to do about your injuries…

Get The Right Medical Treatment Day One

Ok, this is really going to sound obvious. But stick with me here…

The first thing you need to do is make sure you are getting the right medical treatment.

Get your medical treatment today – not tomorrow.

The longer you wait, the more severe your injuries can become. It also looks bad to the insurance companies who will use it as an argument against you.

If you seek treatment early it creates a track record with medical records clearly showing your injuries were serious enough to seek immediate medical attention.

Working with highly skilled attorneys from the start also ensures your medical treatment is accurate, recorded properly, and that you aren't making critical errors that might come back to haunt you. Your attorney should be able to walk you through the process while you focus on your recovery after a personal injury.

Follow up on your medical treatment

Make sure you are following up with all of your medical treatment. Follow the orders of the doctor to a T.

Don't miss appointments. Each appointment missed is an opportunity for insurance companies to attack your case.

Document everything you can.

Physical Therapy Is An Amazing Weapon

Ok, this is going to sound really surprising to you…

Physical therapy is a fantastic way to speed up recovery from almost any personal injury.

A physical therapist can design a custom program for you that rebuilds your strength, restores mobility, and minimizes pain. They can show you exercises that will work to heal your specific injury faster.

And the best part?

Regular PT doesn't just speed healing up, it also prevents long-term injuries that could haunt you for years.

You just need to be consistent with your program. It's important to finish the entire program and perform the prescribed exercises at home.

Don't Skip Your Mental Health

Something that is usually overlooked completely…

The state of your mental health plays a MAJOR role in how fast you heal.

Did you know that people who are in a stressed, anxious state of mind take much longer to recover than someone who is in a better mental state?

When you're stressed, your body releases a hormone called cortisol. Cortisol slows down healing, creates inflammation, and intensifies pain.

So, if you want to speed up healing…

Talk to your doctor about working with a therapist to help you process the injury and develop some coping strategies.

Try some stress reduction techniques, deep breathing, meditation or yoga. Spend time with family and friends. Don't isolate yourself.

Legal Representation Speeds Things Up

Ok, one more thing that really matters…

Is getting the right legal representation from day one.

About 95% of personal injury cases end up settling before they ever get to trial.

But only if you have someone who can negotiate.

What happens if you don't have legal support?

Insurance companies will call you and try to push you into accepting less than what you are entitled to. They use all kinds of tactics to get you to make statements that hurt your claim. You end up settling for much less than you need.

On the other hand, when you have an experienced injury attorney in your corner, the tables turn. They are going to handle all of the paperwork, the communications with insurance companies, and ensure that you get the best outcome.

This takes the STRESS off of you. And we just said that stress hormones slow down healing.

Most injury attorneys will take your case on a contingency basis. So, you don't owe them a penny unless you win your case.

Financial Plans Ease Stress

Ok, here's something that nobody ever discusses…

The state of your financial affairs greatly impacts your ability to heal.

Financial worries about medical bills and lost wages stress you out. This stress slows down the physical recovery process.

You need to have a financial plan. Document everything related to your accident and recovery.

Create a spreadsheet with every medical expense – prescriptions, travel costs, over-the-counter meds, lost wages, etc.

Keep all receipts.

Talk to your attorney about interim payments while the case is pending. Don't feel like you have to go back to work before you are fully recovered. Going back too soon and reinjuring yourself will only delay your case.

Putting a Timeline on Recovery

Now, if you are wondering about how long recovery will take…

Automobile accident cases typically settle 6-9 months after all medical treatment is completed. Complex cases can take longer.

The faster you get appropriate treatment and follow up with it, the sooner you will settle.

• Week 1-2: Get medical attention immediately, start keeping track of your expenses, and consult with an attorney.

• Month 1-3: Continue all medical treatment, go to all PT appointments, and keep a paper trail of everything.

• Months 3-6: You should start feeling better at this point. Continue to see all medical providers.

• Month 6+: Complete all medical treatment, and should be at maximum improvement. Work with your attorney on reaching a settlement.

Each case is different. So, this is just a general idea.

A timeline is important to give you a realistic goal to work towards. You can then prioritize the things you need to be done and check them off as you complete them.

Nutrition and Sleep Play A Huge Role

Ok, one more thing to discuss…

Nutrition and sleep.

What you eat and how you sleep play a much larger role in your recovery than most people realize.

Eat lots of anti-inflammatory foods. This includes fish, leafy greens, berries, and nuts. Avoid processed foods, sugar, and alcohol.

Sleep is important as well. Get 7-8 hours of sleep every night. This is when your body can recover and heal. If you are having trouble sleeping due to pain, talk to your doctor.

Stay hydrated as well. This reduces pain and speeds healing.

Wrap it Up

Recovering from a personal injury is a process that is requires a holistic approach.

Medical treatment is the foundation of healing. Physical therapy restores strength. Mental health helps you maintain an even keel. Legal representation works to protect your rights and financial plans, minimizing stress. Good nutrition and sleep are the cornerstones of giving your body what it needs to recover.

These are the building blocks of an accelerated recovery process.

There is no magic formula and no shortcuts.

But if you focus on taking the right steps and following them in a timely manner you can heal as quickly as your body is capable.

Take action on your recovery today…

Don't wait. The longer you put it off, the longer it will take to get your life back to normal.

Don't forget to surround yourself with a good support network as well.