Car Accident Chiropractor in Southwest Portland, Oregon
Auto injury care, about 22 to 30 minutes from Southwest Portland. 100% covered by Oregon PIP (up to $15,000). Hablamos español.
Barbur Boulevard, Capitol Highway, Terwilliger Boulevard, the I-5 Terwilliger curves and Multnomah Boulevard all sit on Portland's official High Crash Network, the roads responsible for most of the city's serious traffic crashes, and they are where most of our Southwest Portland patients were hurt. That designation isn't a coincidence: these roads combine higher speeds, tight curves and heavy commuter volume, a combination that produces more forceful, more complex injuries than a typical fender bender.
Because of that, we treat more whiplash, disc irritation and multi-region soft-tissue injury from Southwest Portland crashes than from lower-speed neighborhood accidents. An early, thorough exam matters more here, not less, and the roughly 25-to-30-minute drive to West Linn is worth it for care that treats the whole injury rather than just the part closest to the surface.
What to Do After an Accident
Call Your Insurance Company
Report the accident as soon as possible.
Exchange Insurance Information
Gather contact and insurance details from all parties involved.
Gather Witness Contact Information
If there are witnesses, collect their names and contact information.
Take Pictures of the Vehicles
Document the damage and the scene for insurance claims.
Contact Gentle Care Chiropractic
Early treatment helps speed up recovery, prevent long-term pain, and reduce the likelihood of complications. We're about 22 to 30 minutes from Southwest Portland.
What Your Insurance Covers
100% Covered by Auto Insurance (PIP)
Every Oregon auto policy includes Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which covers up to $15,000 in medical care after a crash, regardless of who was at fault.
No out-of-pocket cost
We bill your auto insurer directly. Most patients pay nothing for their treatment.
Chiropractic, massage and shockwave
PIP covers chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy and SoftWave shockwave therapy when the injury is from a car accident.
No referral needed
You can schedule your first visit directly with us. No prior insurance approval is required.
If PIP runs out
If your PIP benefits are exhausted before treatment is complete and you have an attorney, we can continue your care on a lien while your case is resolved.
Injuries We Diagnose and Treat After a Crash
Here are some of the auto-accident-related injuries we treat most often. Each one has its own page with more detail.
Personal Injury Attorneys Near Southwest Portland
We coordinate documentation, referrals and PIP-to-lien transitions with these firms. You do not need an attorney to be treated; if you have one, we work with them.
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Tillmann Law
Aaron Tillmann, Portland-based
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Swanson Lathen Prestwich, PC
Oregon-wide personal injury and car accident firm
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Jacobs Wilson Callahan, P.C.
Portland-area personal injury firm
Southwest Portland Car Accident FAQ
How soon should I see a chiropractor after a car accident in Southwest Portland?
Within 72 hours if possible. Crashes on Barbur Boulevard, the I-5 Terwilliger curves and Capitol Highway tend to happen at higher speeds and produce more complex injuries than a typical low-speed accident, so early evaluation matters.
Do I need a referral or an attorney to start treatment?
No. You can schedule directly with our office. If you have an attorney, we coordinate documentation and records with them throughout your case.
What if my crash happened outside Southwest Portland but I live there?
That's fine. Oregon PIP coverage follows your auto policy, not the location of the crash, so we treat Portland-area patients regardless of where the accident happened.
Does PIP cover more than just chiropractic adjustments?
Yes. Oregon PIP covers up to $15,000 in care, which can include chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy and SoftWave shockwave therapy when appropriate, with no out-of-pocket cost for most patients.
Do you work with personal injury attorneys near Southwest Portland?
Yes — see the attorneys we coordinate with below. You don't need one to be treated, but if you have a case, we handle documentation the way your attorney needs it.
See the general Southwest Portland page →
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Been in an Accident? Don't Wait.
The sooner you start treatment, the better your chances of a full recovery. Book today — we'll take care of the insurance paperwork.