Chiropractic Supports Neck Pain After Car Accidents

What Causes Neck Pain After Auto Accident? How Can Chiropractic Care Help??

Neck pain is a common condition after a car crash and it's something that Dr. Ulvin sees often in our Stacy office. Chiropractic care can be very helpful for neck pain symptoms after a crash. Let's examine what causes neck pain and why chiropractic works.

Your neck is subjected 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 wreck, your head is subjected to very rapid acceleration. In such crashes, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can instantly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts a severe strain on the tissues of the cervical spine. The bones of your spine 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 gets swollen and sore, and that's what occurs after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing movement in the injured area, which helps the tissues heal and helps reduce scar tissue.

Dr. Ulvin Can Help Patients Find Relief From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Faster

If you've been injured in a car crash and you're experiencing neck pain, Dr. Ulvin is here to help. First, we'll do a careful assessment to establish 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 (651) 462-3243 to make an appointment.