With more vehicles on the road than ever before, automobile accidents have unfortunately become a common occurrence. Even the most confident and experienced driver can make mistakes that sometimes have catastrophic results. Estimates suggest that there are around 2.35 million auto injuries in the United States every year – more than 6,000 every single day – and while some injuries may be minor, others can have debilitating and sometimes permanent consequences. 

Neck and back damage is among the most common type of injury sustained during automobile accidents. This is because the force of the impact overextends and strains the ligaments and muscles in the back, causing injuries including:

• Compression fractures

• Disc herniation

• Spondylolisthesis 

• Whiplash

How can chiropractic care help treat auto-injuries?

Chiropractic care focuses on rebalancing the musculoskeletal system and realigning the spine so that the body can heal itself. In doing so, a chiropractic adjustment can have a number of beneficial effects. These include:

• Reducing inflammation

• Less pain

• Less scar tissue

• Improved mobility

We provide our patients with proper evaluation, documentation, and treatment of their injuries.  If indicated, we also commonly send patients out for special tests and/or make referrals to treating specialists ensuring the patient’s health and recovery is our priority.