Identifying Common Motor Accident Injuries 

At Bluegrass Chiro, we often see people who were injured in auto accidents. You may be wondering what types of injuries are most common following auto accidents? Here are just a few that our chiropractors can help you with.

Whiplash

Whiplash involves trauma or injury to the neck. It’s caused by a sudden, severe jerking or “back and forth” motion of the head, and most often occurs after a rear-end collision. Whiplash can result in headaches, neck pain, and an impaired range of motion. Following a whiplash injury, chiropractic adjustments can be used to restore your normal range of motion, heal soft tissue damage, and reduce pain.

Back Pain

Rollover auto accidents, as well as front-end collisions, may result in severe, debilitating back pain. Back injuries are most often caused by the body’s failed attempt to absorb shock from the impact.  Through a series of precise adjustments, our chiropractor will gently move your spine back into its correct position. This can alleviate headaches, inflamed tissues, and pain caused by the injury.

Shoulder Pain

The bones, muscles, and ligaments of the shoulder form a very complex system. If even one of these components is compromised, it can result in severe pain and impeded movement. Shoulder pain is often excruciating, and can severely impact your quality of life.

When your back, neck, and shoulder are aligned, it provides the stability the body needs to begin healing. Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate pressure to reduce pain and accelerate recovery.

Auto Accident Injury Relief from a Chiropractor in Southern Kentucky

Whether you are experiencing whiplash, headaches, back pain, or shoulder pain following an auto accident, chiropractic adjustments can relieve your pain and help you heal as quickly as possible. In many instances, our patients have been able to seriously reduce the use of pain medication and avoid surgery. We may be able to provide relief for your motor vehicle accident injuries and invite you to schedule an appointment today.