Headache and Dizziness
Headache and Dizziness After a Car Accident? Here's How Radius Helps You Heal
If you’ve recently been in a car accident and are now experiencing headaches, dizziness, or brain fog—you’re not alone. These symptoms are incredibly common after motor vehicle collisions and can make it difficult to return to normal life. At Radius Physical + Sports Rehab, we specialize in helping Nevada City and Grass Valley residents recover from auto injuries with compassionate, evidence-based care.
Whether you’re dealing with whiplash, concussion, or soft tissue injury, our team is trained to identify the root cause of your symptoms and guide you through a safe, personalized recovery plan.
Why You Might Feel Dizzy or Headachy After a Car Accident
Auto collisions involve intense forces, and even low-speed crashes can cause damage to the head, neck, and nervous system. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), up to 50% of people hospitalized after a crash experience ongoing headaches or dizziness.
These symptoms may signal an underlying issue such as:
Concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Whiplash-associated disorders
Vestibular dysfunction (inner ear)
Cervicogenic dizziness (neck-related balance problems)
Vascular issues affecting blood flow to the brain
Muscle tension and hypertonicity in the neck and upper back
Many of these conditions can go undiagnosed without a skilled evaluation. That’s why it’s essential to seek care from providers with expertise in post-accident musculoskeletal and neurological assessments—like our team at Radius.
Common Auto Injury-Related Headache Conditions We Treat:
🚗 Concussion
A concussion occurs when the brain moves rapidly inside the skull during impact. Symptoms include headaches, sensitivity to light, memory problems, and difficulty concentrating. Even mild concussions can lead to long-term effects if not properly addressed.
🚗 Whiplash
The sudden back-and-forth movement of the head during a crash strains muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the neck. Whiplash often presents with lingering headaches, neck pain, and dizziness.
🚗 Tension Headaches & Muscle Spasms
Tight or hypertonic muscles in the upper back, shoulders, and neck can compress nerves and cause tension-type headaches. We identify and treat these muscle imbalances through soft tissue therapy and targeted rehab.
🚗 Cerebral Contusion (Brain Bruising)
More serious than a concussion, a cerebral contusion involves bleeding in the brain and may require urgent medical care. Radius collaborates with local medical teams to co-manage more complex injuries.
Dizziness & Balance Issues After a Crash
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Feeling dizzy or off-balance? That could be due to one of several post-trauma vestibular or neurologic issues, including:
🌀 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Auto collisions can dislodge calcium crystals in the inner ear, leading to vertigo and balance problems. Radius providers are trained in vestibular repositioning maneuvers to help reset this system.
🌀 Cervicogenic Dizziness
Neck trauma can interfere with the body’s ability to coordinate head movement and balance—resulting in dizziness and visual tracking problems. We treat this through a combination of manual therapy, nerve retraining, and movement restoration.
🌀 Vascular Trauma or TBI
In more severe crashes, the vessels that supply blood to the brain can be disrupted. Symptoms include dizziness, pressure headaches, or faintness. We always screen for red flags and coordinate imaging or specialist referrals when needed.
How Radius Physical + Sports Rehab Can Help
At Radius, we offer a comprehensive approach to post-accident rehabilitation. We don’t just address your pain—we help uncover the root cause, whether it’s mechanical, neurological, or vestibular.
Our auto injury recovery programs often include:
🧠 Head, neck, and spine assessment
👐 Manual therapy and joint mobilization
🌀 Vestibular and balance retraining
🏋️ Functional rehabilitation to restore strength and mobility
💻 Telehealth consultations if you're unable to travel
Each plan is tailored to your injury type, lifestyle, and comfort level. We communicate closely with attorneys, insurance providers, and primary care doctors when needed to ensure seamless care.
Serving Nevada City, Grass Valley, and Beyond
If you live in Nevada County and are experiencing symptoms after a car accident, you don’t need to wait for them to get worse. Whether it’s a minor strain or a more serious condition like concussion or BPPV, our team can help you recover fully and safely.
We’re trusted by locals across:
Nevada City
Grass Valley
Penn Valley
Rough and Ready
Cedar Ridge
And surrounding areas
Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
You don’t have to navigate recovery alone. Radius Physical + Sports Rehab is here to guide you with compassion, clinical expertise, and a track record of results.
📞 Call us today at (530) 955-0065 or use online booking to schedule your comprehensive post-accident evaluation—or schedule online for convenience.