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Hammett Integrative Health & Auto Injury Care

Injured in a Car Accident? Hammett Integrative Health in Pinole Can Help Car accidents happen in an instant, but the effects can last for months or years. Dr. Jennifer Hammett, DC, brings more than 25 years of experience to helping accident victims recover. **What to Expect** - A treatment plan built around your specific injuries, not a one-size-fits-all program - Care based on what you actually need, not high-volume visits - Clear explanations of your injuries and your progress - A focus on lasting improvement so you can get back to work, family, and everyday life **Common Car Accident Injuries We Treat** - Whiplash (neck sprain/strain), which can cause neck pain, stiffness, and pain into the shoulders and upper back - Lower back sprains and strains - Mid-back pain - Disc bulges and herniations - Pinched nerves causing numbness, tingling, or pain down the arms or legs (including sciatica) - Injuries to the small joints of the spine (facet joints) - Headaches and dizziness after the accident - Jaw pain (TMJ) - Shoulder strains - Chest and rib pain from the seatbelt - Loss of the neck's natural curve after trauma **How We Treat Your Injuries** - A thorough exam, with X-rays or other imaging when needed - Chiropractic adjustments to restore movement and reduce pain - Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP) to help correct spinal alignment and posture - Shockwave therapy to help injured muscles, tendons, and ligaments heal - Soft tissue therapy to relieve muscle spasms and tightness - Rehab exercises to rebuild strength and stability - Coordination with medical doctors, orthopedic specialists, and imaging centers when you need additional care - Detailed records of your injuries and treatment, which can be important for insurance and legal claims **If You Have Been in a Car Accident** - Don't wait for the pain to get worse - Symptoms often show up days or weeks after the crash - Getting checked early gives you the best chance at a full recovery - Even if you feel "mostly fine," an exam can catch injuries before they become long-term problems **Schedule Your Evaluation** - Location: 2801 Pinole Valley Rd., Suite 200, Pinole, CA 94564 - Phone: 510-779-2772 - Website: autoinjuryreliefbayarea.com

Contra Costa County

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Pinole-Hercules

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Injured in a Car Accident? Hammett Integrative Health in Pinole Can Help Car accidents happen in an instant, but the effects can last for months or...

HERCULES, CA -- A crash was reported Wednesday on a Hercules area freeway. The incident was reported around 12:18 p.m. on eastbound Interstate 80 near Willow Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol. Initial CHP reports said a black Toyota Camry crashed with the center divider and was blocking the third lane. An ambulance was called to the scene.--Patch file photo<iframe src allowfullscreen data-aspectratio="4:3" data-originalheight="450" data-originalwidth="600" data-src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d50296.21445729451!2d-122.29307519888447!3d38.01180893127964!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0x0!2zMzjCsDAxJzE5LjUiTiAxMjLCsDE1JzQ1LjciVw!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1522265871389"></iframe>

HERCULES, CA -- A crash was reported Wednesday on a Hercules area freeway. The incident was reported around 12:18 p.m. on eastbound Interstate 80 near Willow Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Initial CHP reports said a black Toyota Camry crashed with the center divider and was blocking the third lane. An ambulance was called to the scene.

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Crash Blocks Hercules Freeway

The incident was reported around 12:18 p.m. Wednesday.