Chiropractic Supports Neck Pain After Auto Injury

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

Understanding Why This Happens? What Can You Do?

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 car crash, and it can be very irritating. 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 injured in a auto collision 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.

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to lessen your neck pain after a car wreck. 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 adjustments to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.

If you are suffering with discomfort caused by a car crash, even a minor one, you may have neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get relief. Research shows that chiropractic care is best for these types of injuries, so call Dr. Cohen in Holtsville right away if you've been in a auto collision.