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Neck soreness is the most widespread symptom disclosed after a car crash, and it's not hard to see why.
During a wreck, your body moves with the car seat while your head lags behind due to inertia. It is this difference in movement that results in injury.
Your spinal column is prone to sprain and strain from shear forces that come from the head and body going in different directions. This shearing motion can stretch or tear the ligaments and discs of your spine, producing pain, swelling and scar tissue. Getting early treatment, is necessary for preventing chronic pain, particularly because of the high risk of persistent symptoms in people with whiplash .
Research has established that up to 20% of individuals may have neck pain symptoms even 10 years after the collision.
If you have been hurt in a collision, chiropractic adjustments Dr. Smith might be able to help. Research shows that chiropractic can help restore neck range of motion and reduce the risk of scar tissue from forming after an injury. And other research shows that early treatment can also help prevent the development of chronic pain.
If you've been in an auto collision and have symptoms of neck pain, Dr. Smith is here for you. We can identify the root cause of your pain and develop a plan of action to support you in restoring your health. We have helped many patients in Daphne, AL recover from these sorts of problems since 2003.
Call our office today at (251) 621-2224 for an appointment or for more advice.