Have You Or A Loved One Been In A Car Accident?

While there are a lot of things that go on after a car accident, one of the most important things that you can do is get your spine evaluated by a chiropractor for possible changes in your spinal structure and integrity. The chiropractor you are evaluated by should be well-trained in dealing with whiplash-type injuries.

Many individuals will experience neck pain, mid-back pain, or low back pain, following a car accident. These are indicators of a possible spinal condition called subluxation (or misalignment of the spine), whiplash, or potentially something more serious such as mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI).

Some common health problems can occur following an accident such as changes in your sleep pattern, fatigue, insomnia, mood, and behavioral changes. If you or a loved one are experiencing these, it is time to seek help.

What happens in a car collision?

Your body experiences jarring forces. The spine and body are whipped around faster than the muscles that control your body can handle. This is where the problem starts as a small ache or pain and progressively worsens. These injuries can be sustained during a collision at as little as 8 miles per hour. Problems occur when we let these injuries go over time, and do not address them.

About 50 percent of people in car accidents experience some sort of chronic pain condition after an accident. This is the reason it is so important to get evaluated right away, before those minor aches and pains following a collision become worse.

If you’ve experienced nagging injuries following a car accident, there is hope and there is a solution – no matter how large or small the injuries. With the right care we can put you on the road to good health.