Whiplash

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries diagnosed in car accident patients. If you have been the victim of a car accident, don’t wait until serious symptoms set in before seeking help. Our chiropractor at Family Healthcare Chiropractic Center can diagnose whiplash and provide the necessary care to naturally treat the condition. Here’s what you need to know about whiplash and how our team can help.

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How Whiplash Injuries Happen

When your body is moving at a high rate of speed, whether you are running or driving in a vehicle, a sudden impact can cause the neck to jolt forward and backward uncontrollably. This rapid movement can cause significant damage to the neck, shoulders, and upper back. However, pain and other symptoms may not develop for several days or weeks after the initial accident.

Symptoms of Whiplash

Do you think you have whiplash? Is the pain starting to make you feel uncomfortable, even if it has been weeks after a car accident? These are some of the symptoms you need to look for:

  • Muscle Tightness
  • Headaches
  • Neck and Back Pain
  • Difficulty focusing
  • Shooting Pain
  • Dizziness

Whiplash is a serious condition. If left untreated, these symptoms can worsen and lead to other issues that can seriously impact your overall health. That’s why it’s essential to see our chiropractor immediately after an auto accident or collision.

Whiplash Requires Treatment

You should never allow whiplash to go on untreated. Failure to treat whiplash can lead to increased and ongoing damage to the ligaments, bones, and discs in the affected region of the body. The good news is that whiplash is a condition that can be easily treated, especially following an early diagnosis. Our chiropractor has the knowledge and experience to effectively diagnose and choose the right treatment options for this condition.

Treatment Options

Chiropractic adjustments are just one type of the many treatment options we use to treat whiplash. Adjustment can put your body back into proper alignment, helping to relieve pressure on the weaker muscles in the body.

Corrective exercises and stretching are also helpful for treating whiplash. Whiplash treatment often involves building strength so that the other muscles in the body are not trying to compensate for the weaker muscles. Our chiropractor may also recommend massage therapy. Massage therapy provides relief for sore, tense muscles, but it also promotes flexibility and blood flow to the affected area.

Visit Our Chiropractor for Whiplash Treatment in Stafford, VA

Our team at Family Healthcare Chiropractic Center in Stafford is here to help treat whatever pain or discomfort you may be experiencing due to whiplash. Call our clinic today to schedule your first consultation or to learn more about how chiropractic care can benefit you. 

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