We manage many auto injury cases in our Otown office, and a common symptom our patients report is neck pain. Why is neck pain such a common problem after a car crash? How can chiropractic care help you recover?
The neck is exposed to very high forces during a car accident, so it's not surprising that neck pain is so common from this type of injury. During even a low speed car crash, your head is exposed to extremely rapid acceleration. In such collisions, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can instantly weigh 80 or more pounds. This force exerts a serious strain on the tissues of the neck. The bones of your spinal column 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 wreck, just as the ligaments in your ankle can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.
When you experience a sprained ligament, the damaged tissues gets inflamed and sore, and that's what happens after a car crash. Your chiropractor helps by increasing mobility in the injured region, which helps the ligaments heal and helps minimize scar tissue.
Let us help you recover from neck pain. TJ Delorie has helped many patients with the same problem, and we can probably help you, too. The first step is to get an accurate diagnosis to determine what's causing your pain and then we will determine an appropriate treatment strategy. Ready to make an appointment? Give us a call at 724-123-1234 and we'll get you back on the road to health.