Chiropractic Helps Neck Pain After Car Crashes

Why is Neck Pain Such a Common Condition After Auto Injury? How Can Chiropractic Therapy Help You Recover?

We deal with many auto accident cases in our Rochester Hills office, and a widespread symptom our patients report is neck pain. Chiropractic can be very helpful for neck pain symptoms after a crash. Let's examine what causes neck pain and why chiropractic works.

The neck is exposed to very high stresses and strains during an auto collision, so it's not surprising that neck pain is so common from this type of injury. During even a low velocity car crash, your head is subjected to very rapid acceleration. In such collisions, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can suddenly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts a serious strain on the tissues of the cervical spine. The bones of your neck are held together with strong bands of tissue called ligaments, and these ligaments provide stability for your neck. These ligaments can be sprained during a car crash, just as your ankle ligaments can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.

When you experience a sprained ligament, the injured area become swollen and painful, and that's what occurs after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing mobility in the injured area, which helps the tissues heal and helps reduce scar tissue.

Dr. Dalton Can Help Clients Find Relief From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Quicker

You don't have to suffer from neck pain. Dr. Dalton is conveniently located in Rochester Hills to help you heal, whether you've been in a car crash or not. First, we'll do a careful examination to determine the root cause of your neck pain, and then decide how to restore your body's natural functioning. Give our office a call today at (248) 977-7039 to make an appointment.