Chiropractic CareTreats Neck Pain After Car Crashes

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

Why Does This Occur? What Can You Do?

A car wreck happens very fast, 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 tender. In fact, whiplash can cause neck issues 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 auto injury than men. Finally, 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 lighten your neck pain after a auto accident. 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 therapy to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.

If you are feeling discomfort due to a auto accident, even a small one, you may have neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get care. Research shows that chiropractic treatment is best for these kinds of injuries, so call Dr. Bettencourt in Napa right away if you've been in a auto collision.