Back pain is one of the most common injuries people experience after a car accident—and it’s often one of the most misunderstood. Whether you were rear-ended on Route 80 or sideswiped in Newark, even a low-speed crash can place tremendous force on your spine, muscles, and discs. If you’re feeling soreness, stiffness, or sharp pain in your lower or mid-back, don’t wait it out. That pain could be a sign of something deeper.

At NJ Injury Center, led by Dr. Jorge De La Torre, we specialize in treating auto accident back injuries for patients across Bergen, Passaic, Essex, and Hudson Counties. While some patients come to us immediately after a crash, many wait days—or even weeks—hoping their pain will go away. Unfortunately, that delay often leads to worsened symptoms or long-term issues.

Back pain after a collision can have many causes, including:

• Spinal misalignment: Sudden impact can shift vertebrae out of place, leading to nerve pressure and muscular imbalances.
• Herniated or bulging discs: The discs that cushion your spine can be compressed or torn, causing pain that radiates down your legs (sciatica).
• Soft tissue damage: Muscles and ligaments around the spine can be stretched or torn, leading to inflammation and limited mobility.
• Facet joint injuries: Small joints in the spine can become inflamed or irritated, causing persistent back discomfort.

You may not feel severe pain right away. In fact, many patients experience what feels like a mild ache at first, only for it to worsen over the following days. Others feel pain that comes and goes, or pain that increases when sitting, standing, or getting in and out of the car.

That’s why a proper chiropractic evaluation is essential. At NJ Injury Center, we begin with a detailed exam, assess your spinal alignment, and may use imaging if needed. From there, we create a personalized treatment plan that may include:

• Chiropractic adjustments to correct spinal alignment
• Decompression therapy to relieve disc pressure
• Therapeutic exercises to strengthen and stabilize your back
• Muscle therapy to reduce tension and inflammation

We also make the insurance process simple. If you were injured in a car accident, your treatment is likely covered under New Jersey’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. Our office handles the paperwork and communicates with attorneys if you’re pursuing a personal injury claim.

Back pain might seem manageable now, but without proper care, it can turn into something much more serious. Whether you’re dealing with lower back stiffness in Hackensack or radiating pain in Jersey City, we’re here to help you heal—naturally, safely, and effectively.

Don’t let post-accident back pain take control of your life.

👉 Schedule your chiropractic evaluation at NJ Injury Center today and take the first step toward lasting relief.