Chiropractic Care for Whiplash

There are a number of injuries that can happen as a result of a car accident. One of these is whiplash. This is highly common after accidents and is caused by the impact itself and the motions that your neck goes through during it. If you have developed whiplash after a car accident, you need to see a chiropractor to get the care you need to feel better. When you see a chiropractor for your care, they will take a look at the area and will likely use an imaging method to find out what kind of problems you have. You may need to get a CT scan or even an X-ray to assess the damage to your neck's bones and soft tissues. If you have back pain, you can call Chaney Chiropractic & Neurology in Beverly Hills, FL, to see the chiropractor.

Symptoms of Whiplash

When you have whiplash, you are likely to have pain and stiffness in your neck, but it can also cause pain in various other areas of your body. Many people with whiplash experience pain in their shoulders also have headaches as well. You may also find that your arms hurt or have numbness or tingling. You might also have ringing in your ears, also known as tinnitus. Some whiplash patients also have vision problems and might feel dizzy. You might have a hard time getting to sleep after you have been in an accident. You could also have problems with your memory or concentration. For many of these symptoms, seeing a chiropractor can help. 

Both men and women can get whiplash after a car accident, but women are more prone to it. If you're over 40, you're also at a higher risk for it. The symptoms you get with this condition can often persist for a few weeks. During that time, you may find that you cannot do all of your usual daily tasks. To get help, see a chiropractor. You may need specific treatments that can help with the damage to your neck. 

Causes of Whiplash

During a car accident impact, your neck will move quickly in a certain direction and then go right into another direction. This can damage many of the tissues of the neck, stretching the muscles and perhaps even tearing them. With a sprained neck, you need the proper treatment. 

Visit the Chiropractor

When you have whiplash, you don't have to simply live with all the symptoms you have. You can see a chiropractor at Chaney Chiropractic & Neurology to get treatments. If you're having neck and/or back pain, call our Beverly Hills, FL, office at 352-270-8869 and schedule your assessment.