Your Longmont Chiropractor explains Whiplash, and the Necessity of seeking Treatment as Soon as Possible Following an Automobile Accident
Whiplash, or cervical acceleration-deceleration syndrome can cause pain, headache, and irreversible damage if not addressed soon after the accident. Whiplash occurs when the head is “whipped” quickly in a back and forth manner, typically as the result of an automobile accident. As a chiropractor, I see many car accident victims. The ones who seek care directly following an accident get better the quicker and with less complications.
The human head is heavy
(ever see Jerry McGuire?)
and whiplash stresses the muscles, ligaments and discs of the neck when the head is rapidly moved forward and back. A natural response is for the neck muscles to contract and “brace” the spine. Overly tense muscles cause pain, but also apply forces to the vertebrae they attach to, pulling them out of alignment. When vertebrae move out of alignment they put undue pressure on the discs and nerves around the vertebrae. This results in PAIN. Often, the pain is so severe that we need to send our patients to one of the other doctors we are aligned with for medication. Other times, we are able to significantly reduce the pain in our office. Regardless, as a Longmont, CO Chiropractor trained in car accident injuries, we are your most qualified resource for rehabilitation after your accident.
Whiplash can also occur due to athletic accidents, trauma or physical abuse. Regardless of the cause, the treatment is the same. Successful treatment of whiplash in our office can include massage, chiropractic, e-stim, ultrasound, traction, GRASTON, and many other possible treatments. We will use our expertise and holistic, integrated approach to create an ideal treatment plan for your specific case.
If you have been in a car accident in Longmont, CO I advise that you seek treatment as soon as possible. Minor pain, when untreated can become lasting pain that may never go away. Be smart, get yourself checked!