Chiropractic TherapyTreats Neck Pain After Auto Injury

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

Why Does This Happen? Can Chiropractic Therapy Help?

A auto collision happens very quickly, 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 auto collision, and it can be very agonizing. In fact, whiplash can cause neck discomfort 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 car crash than men. Lastly, if your car has poor headrests, they may not have adequately protected your head and neck from the force of the impact.

Luckily, there are a few things you can do to decrease your neck pain after a auto injury. Heat or ice treatment may also help to settle your sore muscles. Gentle stretching exercises can help keep your muscles from getting too stiff. And, of course, chiropractic therapy to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.

If you are suffering with discomfort caused by a car wreck, even a minor one, you may experience neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get care. Studies shows that chiropractic adjustments is best for these kinds of injuries, so call Dr. Covington in Yakima right away if you've been in a auto accident.