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Plain guides on Colorado auto coverage, whiplash, concussion, back pain and the research on spinal manipulation.

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Back pain after a wreck: when to get checked, and what a herniated disk is

NIAMS says to see a doctor for back pain after a fall or injury, or with numbness, leg weakness or trouble urinating. MedlinePlus says most people recover from a herniated disk with treatment.

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Concussion after a crash: symptoms can start late

Car accidents are one cause of concussion, and MedlinePlus says symptoms may start days or weeks after the injury. Here is what to watch for, which symptoms are serious and when to get medical care.

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Hurt in a crash in Colorado: how medical payments coverage works

Medical payments coverage pays reasonable health care expenses from an auto accident, regardless of fault. In Colorado, $5,000 is included in your policy unless you reject it. Here is how to check yours.

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What does the research say about spinal manipulation for back and neck pain?

NCCIH says spinal manipulation may lead to small improvements in low-back pain and function, and can help acute neck pain, with caution on the results. Mild side effects are common. Serious ones are very rare.

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What if the other driver has no insurance or too little in Colorado?

Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage is optional in Colorado but included unless you reject it in writing. It covers your bodily injury from a hit-and-run, uninsured or underinsured driver.

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Whiplash and neck pain after a crash: what to know

Whiplash is a soft tissue injury to the neck, also called neck sprain or strain. Here is what it is, which symptoms mean call 911, how it is treated and what to write down before your visit.

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