Chiropractic Care for Auto Accidents
Dr. Jen Murphy can Speed Recovery after an Auto Injury
Auto accidents are generally very barbarous and put a great deal of strain on the body. Muscle, tendon, ligament injuries are very common, and in more severe instances, fractured bones and vertebral disc accidents may also occur. The majority of the time following an automobile accident, adrenaline levels tend to greatly elevate, which happens in any stressful situation. After these adrenaline levels begin to go down a few hours following the accident, pain and soreness may begin to set in. This is where many people generally begin looking for medical help due to their injuries. Chiropractors will help!
Chiropractors offer treatment for the musculoskeletal system without the use of surgery or drugs. Chiropractic resembles any other rehab procedure, working to restore joint mobility and range of motion. Chiropractors achieve this target through both spinal manipulation, which concentrates on the right alignment of the vertebral column, and various therapies, which normally work on the soft tissue (muscles, tendons, ligaments) from the spine and elsewhere. Generally following a traumatic experience such as a car accident, joints and soft tissue are very inflamed, which leads to a diminished range of motion, since the human body is trying to protect itself. Chiropractors focus on preventing this missing range of movement, which in turn will reduce pain. It's a simple idea, but very essential in the recovery process after a crash.
Whiplash, neck/back pain, and headaches are possibly the most frequent kinds of complaints following an auto accident. There are an infinite number of others, but these tend to stick out. The real key to getting an injury treated as quickly as you can is to get under maintenance as soon as possible after a crash. Failure to do this will lead to a further diminished range of movement and continued pain. If you're in an auto crash, do not wait to get under some kind of care. . .your body will thank you for it!
