Chiropractic is Great for Neck Problems After a Car Crash

Why is Neck Pain Such a Common Problem After Auto Accident? How Can Chiropractic Care Help You Heal?

We treat many auto injury cases in our Saint Paul office, and a common symptom our patients report is neck pain. Let's see why neck pain is frequently experienced after an auto injury and see how chiropractic can help you recover.

It's not surprising that neck pain is the most common problem experienced after a crash. During even a low velocity wreck, your head is subjected to extremely rapid acceleration. In such crashes, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can suddenly weigh 80 or more pounds. This force exerts a serious 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 collision, just as the ligaments in your ankle 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 painful, and that's what takes place after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing flexibility in the injured area, which helps the tissues heal and helps decrease scar tissue.

Dr. Slater Can Help Clients Find Comfort From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Quicker

You don't have to suffer from neck pain. Dr. Slater is conveniently located in Saint Paul to help you heal, whether you've been in a car crash or not. The first step is to get an accurate diagnosis to determine what's causing your symptoms and then we will determine an appropriate treatment approach. Give our office a call today at (651) 699-3366 to make an appointment.