The importance of seeing a chiropractor after an auto accident can't be understated. When you have been in an auto accident your body is not used to the sudden jolts of a collision, and you can start experiencing pain throughout your body. Most commonly you will feel back and neck pain (whiplash), but there are also symptoms that can arise, headaches or dizziness for example. For over 4 decades we've treated auto accident injury patients with gentle chiropractic care!
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Most often individuals see their family doctor after an auto accident, and while there is certainly no issues with this, they most likely will receive an x-ray that will show no visible damage. They then continue their lives without treatment assuming everything is fine until one day they wake up and start experiencing painful back and neck problems. This could take days or even weeks to begin seeing these symptoms. It is very common to suffer spinal damage that will reveal itself later in life.
Auto Accident: First Chiropractic Appointment
During your first appointment consultation, Dr. Blakely will provide a thorough evaluation of any symptoms you are experiencing as well as gaining an understand of the severity of the accident to further understand what possible future symptoms you may experience.
You will most likely be provided an x-ray to see if any damage was caused to your vertebrae. This will also help pinpoint any potential injuries you may have. At which point Dr. Blakely will perform a gentle non-invasive adjustment to be proactive in relieving any spinal pressure your body may be experiencing after the auto accident. You will also be provided the opportunity ask any questions and get the answers you need to make future health decisions!
Complications Without Treatment
Foregoing chiropractic treatment after an auto accident is tempting since the effects of the spine may be delayed, it may seem like you are just fine. There are a few complications when delaying chiropractic are after an auto accident including:
Herniated discs
Upper cervical damage: whiplash from a sudden impact or sudden stop
Micro-tears in muscle tissue: one of the most common problems responsible for pain presenting itself the day after an accident. If the spine is not set correctly, micro tears may heal incorrectly and result in scar tissue in the muscle fibers.
Restricted motion: inflammation slows the body’s healing process and results in limited ability to move a victim’s neck and back.
Complications from pain medication: although West End Chiropractic Clinic gladly works in harmony with patients’ other medical providers, medicines in the opioid family can pose dangerous threats, even when taken responsibly.
Long-Lasting Care from Blakely Chiropractic
Simply put, our only priority is your health and the long-term health of your body. From 40 years of experience, we know firsthand that an auto accident injury can be frightening, but the least we can do is make sure your spinal health is taken care of to prevent any long-lasting effects!
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