Common Car Accident Injuries That Benefit from Chiropractic Treatment
When cars crash, they can leave anything from scratches to serious injuries that stick around for a long time. When these injuries happen, some require an emergency room visit, some require a specialist and many times, a chiropractor is the specialist that can help (and not just for neck and back pain either).
Common Car Accident Injuries That Can Benefit from Chiropractic Treatment
Car accidents can result in different injuries, like whiplash and back pain, that can be helped by chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic care is great for helping victims heal from muscle injuries after an accident. Getting chiropractic treatment for a car accident injury can decrease recovery time, ease pain, and improve mobility.
Chiropractic Treatment in Whiplash Injuries
A whiplash injury occurs when the victim’s head jerks suddenly during an accident, it can strain the muscles and ligaments in the neck, causing pain and stiffness. This can also lead to misalignment of the cervical spine, which may result in chronic neck pain and reduced range of motion over time.
Symptoms of whiplash like neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and arm numbness can really impact how well your neck and spine work. The pain and stiffness can make it hard to move the neck and may lead to weak muscles. Headaches can be severe and make daily life difficult, while numbness could mean nerve compression.
Chiropractic treatment can help. Chiropractors can adjust the spine, ease muscle strain, and relieve pain and stiffness as well as relieve nerve compression.
The Benefits of Chiropractic Treatment in Soft Tissue Injuries
Car accidents can cause soft tissue injuries that can greatly affect a person’s ability to move and function in their daily life. These injuries can cause long-lasting pain and restricted movement if not promptly assessed and treated, such as:
- Bursitis
- Sprains
- Strains
Early intervention is necessary in preventing these injuries from becoming chronic issues. Seeking prompt assessment and treatment by our chiropractor can help alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and restore function to the affected soft tissues.
Chiropractic care works with the body’s natural healing abilities to address the root cause of injuries. It uses non-invasive methods to promote healing. If not treated early, soft tissue injuries can cause long-term problems like limited movement, weak muscles, and ongoing pain. These injuries can seriously impact a person’s daily life and ability to do normal activities.
Chiropractic Care for Shoulder Injuries After an Auto Accident
Shoulder injuries occur frequently in car accidents due to the forceful impact that can strain or injure the muscles, ligaments, and tendons in the shoulder area.
Common shoulder injuries include:
- Impingement syndrome
- Joint instability
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Shoulder dislocations
These conditions can lead to significant pain, decreased range of motion, and difficulty performing everyday tasks.
Often these injuries are caused by the seat belt pulling a person back while the force of an accident is propelling them forward or to the side. A chiropractor may provide deep tissue massage in the nearby muscles or actually adjust the shoulder joint. They may also recommend exercises to provide better shoulder mobility or advise hot or cold therapy or electrical stimulation for the area. Most people who seek out chiropractic care for shoulder pain after an accident experience a significant amount of relief. [1]
If you are experiencing pain after a car accident and are interested in chiropractic care, contact the ProCare Chiropractic Center today.
Source:
[1] Farnsworth, C. (2024, April 11). Can chiropractic care help with shoulder pain? https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/chiropractic-for-shoulder-pain
