Chiropractic TreatmentTreats Neck Pain After Auto Accident

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

Understanding Why This Occurs? Can Chiropractic Treatment Help?

A car accident happens very quickly, 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 crash, and it can be very tender. In fact, whiplash can cause neck problems 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 hurt in a auto injury than men. Lastly, if your vehicle has poor headrests, they may not have adequately protected your head and neck from the force of the impact.

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

If you are feeling irritation due to a car accident, even a minor one, you may experience neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get relief. Studies shows that chiropractic treatment is best for these kinds of injuries, so call Dr. Harrison in Decatur right away if you've been in a auto injury.