Chiropractic is Great for Neck Problems After a Car Crash

You’re driving along and then BAM you’ve been in a auto collision. Even if the impact didn't seem very forceful in the beginning, you might find yourself with issues and a stiff neck over the next few days or weeks.

Understanding Why This Occurs? Can Chiropractic Therapy Help?

A car crash happens very fast, 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 accident, and it can be very excruciating. In fact, whiplash can cause neck pain 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 decrease your neck pain after a auto collision. Heat or ice treatment may also help to comfort your sore muscles. Gentle stretching exercises can help keep your muscles from getting too stiff. And, of course, chiropractic care to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.

If you are feeling discomfort caused by a auto collision, even a minor one, you may have neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get care. Studies shows that chiropractic therapy is best for these types of injuries, so call Dr. Fritz in Jacksonville and Fleming Island right away if you've been in a car crash.