Chiropractic TreatmentTreats Neck Pain After Auto Injury

Chiropractic Therapy Helps Relieve Neck Problems After Car Crashes

You’re driving along and then BAM you’ve been in a auto injury. Even if the impact didn't seem that bad at first, you might find yourself with discomfort and a stiff neck over the next few days or weeks.

Understanding Why This Occurs? What Can You Do?

A auto collision happens very fast, and the forces on your body can be quite dramatic, causing your neck muscles and ligaments to stretch or tear. Whiplash is the most common type of injury sustained in a car accident, and it can be very agonizing. In fact, whiplash can cause neck issues that lasts for months or even years.

There are a few factors that can increase your risk of injury. First, rear-end collisions tend to cause more neck injuries than frontal collisions. Second, there is some evidence that women are more likely to get injured in a auto accident than men. Finally, if your car has poor headrests, they may not have adequately protected your head and neck from the force of the impact.

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to decrease your neck pain after a auto collision. Heat or ice therapy may also help to settle your sore muscles. Gentle stretching exercises can help keep your muscles from getting too stiff. And, of course, chiropractic care to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.

If you are feeling pain because of a car wreck, even a small one, you may experience neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get care. Studies shows that chiropractic adjustments is best for these types of injuries, so call Dr. Wagner in Alexandria right away if you've been in a car crash.