Motor vehicle accidents can turn your life upside down — causing pain, stiffness, headaches, and limitations that affect work, sleep, driving, and everyday activities.

At Stryde Health Centre, we specialize in helping ICBC patients recover quickly and fully. Our experienced multidisciplinary team provides personalized, evidence-based care for whiplash, neck and back injuries, concussions, TMJ dysfunction, dizziness, and other common MVA-related conditions.

We focus on reducing pain, restoring mobility and strength, and getting you back to your normal life with confidence.

Common Motor Vehicle Injuries

  • Whiplash — Neck sprain or strain from sudden forceful back-and-forth movement of the head.
  • Neck and Back Injuries — Joint sprains, muscle strains, herniated discs, nerve irritation, sciatica, and fractures.
  • TMJ Dysfunction — Jaw pain, clicking, and stiffness caused by impact or muscle tension.
  • Shoulder Injuries — Rotator cuff tears, labral tears, dislocations, and impingement.
  • Headaches & Migraines — Post-traumatic headaches often linked to neck trauma.
  • Knee Injuries — Meniscus tears, ligament sprains, patellar dislocations, or fractures.
  • Soft Tissue Injuries — Sprains, strains, and contusions to muscles and ligaments throughout the body.
  • Fractures — Broken bones requiring structured rehabilitation after initial medical care.
  • Concussions & Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — Mild to moderate head trauma affecting balance, cognition, and daily function.
  • Nerve Injuries — Nerve compression, sciatica, or carpal tunnel symptoms triggered by the accident.
  • Psychological Effects — Anxiety, PTSD, or fear of driving following the collision.

Common Symptoms after a Motor Vehicle Accident

Symptoms may appear immediately or develop gradually over days or weeks.

  • Pain — Mild to severe pain in the neck, back, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, or feet.
  • Stiffness — Reduced range of motion in the neck, back, or other affected joints.
  • Weakness — Loss of strength affecting daily activities.
  • Headaches — Tension headaches or post-traumatic migraines.
  • Dizziness & Vertigo — Lightheadedness or spinning sensations.
  • Numbness or Tingling — Sensory changes in the arms, hands, legs, or feet.
  • Fatigue — Persistent tiredness and low energy.
  • Sleep Disturbances — Difficulty sleeping due to pain, stiffness, or anxiety.
  • Cognitive Issues — Trouble concentrating, memory problems, or “brain fog”.
  • Emotional Changes — Anxiety, irritability, or mood swings.
  • Balance Problems — Unsteadiness when standing or walking.
  • Visual Disturbances — Blurred vision or light sensitivity.
  • Tinnitus — Ringing in the ears, commonly linked to whiplash.

Don’t wait to start your recovery. Early intervention after a motor vehicle accident leads to faster relief, better long-term outcomes, and a quicker return to the activities you love.

Contact Stryde Health Centre today to book your comprehensive assessment. Our experienced team is ready to help you heal properly and get back to feeling like yourself again.