Chiropractic TherapyTreats Neck Pain After Car Accidents

You’re driving along and then BAM you’ve been in a car accident. Even if the impact didn't seem that serious at first, you might find yourself with pain and a stiff neck over the next few days or weeks.

Why Does This Happen? Can Chiropractic Therapy Help?

A auto accident 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 crash, and it can be very excruciating. In fact, whiplash can cause neck issues 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 injured in a car accident than men. Finally, if your car 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 therapy may also help to calm 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 suffering with irritation because of a car crash, even a small one, you may have neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get help. Studies shows that chiropractic treatment is best for these kinds of injuries, so call Dr. Holland in Downtown St. Louis, MO right away if you've been in a auto accident.