Chiropractic Treatment Can Expedite a Complete Recovery from Post-Accident Whiplash

A vehicular accident can cause a wide range of injuries, almost all of which inflict severe pain. From cuts and bruises to whiplash and sprained muscles, or even broken bones and joints, all of these can easily render the victim unable to perform otherwise routine tasks.

The consequences are far-reaching, too. Not only are you prevented from moving about like you would normally, the injuries may also cost you significant time away from work while you recover. This impacts your income, which will inevitably be reduced, even as the treatment costs go up.

Essentially,the longer a person suffers from such post-accident injuries, the greater the consequences it can have on a person’s life and capabilities. Nothing exemplifies this risk more than a whiplash. One of the ways to speed up recovery for this injury is by seeking chiropractic treatment from trusted practitioners around the Portland Metro area. They will know how to fully treat whiplash suffered from an auto accident.

Whiplash Basics

Among the most common injuries related to a vehicular accident is whiplash. This usually occurs to the neck of a driver or passenger as a result of the inertia and recoil caused by the sudden impact of a crash, mostly when rear-ended. The sudden movement of the head puts a sudden strain on the neck, potentially causing a misalignment and impingement of nerves.

The impact of a whiplash is not necessarily noticed right away. It can be delayed. Swelling, numbness, and soreness in the neck area are typical symptoms. It is not ideal for a whiplash victim to move the neck around, which is why medical experts usually prescribe a neck brace when whiplash is ascertained. It prevents neck movement while providing support for the general area of your neck and head.

Treatment Methods

Because of the highly sensitive area of the injury, it is crucial that you seek help from a certified chiropractor at the soonest possible time. They will be in the best position to determine how severe the injury is, as well as what kind of treatments and methods are going to be not only best suited for you, but safest for you.

Underlying issues such as ligament damage can also be confirmed, in which case extra care must be provided to ensure no complications arise from the situation. A chiropractor today also maintains a network of other practitioners with whom he or she can collaborate to explore all of the best solutions to an injury, from diagnostics to surgery. With communication lines open to other medical experts, the patient's best interests are covered.

Spine manipulation is the main technique applied in chiropractic treatments. It entails the gentle “snap” in the whiplash area to set the neck back in place, so to speak. With the pressure relieved, the patient can soon use the normal range of their neck without pain and discomfort.

Practices like Accident Care Chiropractic & Massage of Tigard can help those recovering from accidents and other personal injuries find the best treatment for their condition.

Sources:

Chiropractic Care After a Car Accident. Upchiro.com

Sources of Whiplash Pain. Spine-health.com

Dr. Darren Faherty D.C.

In 2004, Dr. Darren Faherty graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from UWEC - University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. Dr. Darren continued education at the highly esteemed University of Western States (formerly Western States Chiropractic College) where he obtained his chiropractic degree in 2007. He has been helping people recover from injuries and return to their normal lifestyles ever since.