- posted: Jan. 13, 2023
When people are in car accidents and get an auto accident injury, they often get whiplash. Whiplash can be a serious condition that greatly affects a patient's life. Many people have severe pain in their necks as well as elsewhere when they get whiplash. They may also have a hard time with simple movements. If you are suffering from whiplash, you need to see a chiropractor right away. Let’s look at some common questions that we run into regarding whiplash at Odom Chiropractic in Grovetown, GA.
What Is the Cause of Whiplash?
It's common to get whiplash as an auto accident injury. The condition is caused by the impact of the accident. When an auto accident occurs, it may cause your neck to be whipped in one direction rapidly and then to be whipped in another. This can mean that the neck is overextended and can result in tissue damage and even fractured bones. Many people end up with a sprained neck after their accident and this can be extremely painful and cause stiffness. You may need imaging such as a CT scan to determine what's going on in your neck.
How Can Chiropractic Care Help?
When you have whiplash, the pain in your neck needs to be relieved. The accident may have resulted in the bones in the neck and spine being out of alignment. The chiropractor can adjust the neck and back so that they are better aligned and feel better. Other chiropractic treatments can help. Many people find relief from acupuncture as well. When you see Dr. Odom, we can recommend the best treatment for your case.
Contact Our Chiropractor in Grovetown and Aiken
When you have been involved in an auto accident, you may have a lot of pain in your neck as well as stiffness that keeps you from doing your normal tasks. Dr. Odom at Odom Chiropractic can provide the natural and effective care that you need to treat your whiplash. Call our Aiken office today at (803) 226-0604 or our Grovetown office at (706) 305-9324.
