Our neck, also known as the cervical spine, begins at the skull's base and comprises seven small vertebrae. Amazingly, the cervical spine is able to support the full weight of your head, which is, on average, 12 pounds.
While the cervical spine is designed to move your head in nearly every direction, this flexibility also makes the neck very vulnerable to pain and injury.
Some neck-related injuries, like whiplash, don't manifest any symptoms for days and even weeks. This is why it is important to be aware of your body in the days after the accident. You'll have a better chance of healing your injury if you catch it early – before the damage becomes permanent.
If you've been in a little fender bender or a serious car accident, your neck may have been injured. The spinal column is the center of your whole body, and while strong, its delicate workings are prone to injury. The violence of a sudden stop or crash can cause serious injury. If you're experiencing neck pain after a car accident, visiting our chiropractor could help with these injuries.
During your visit, our chiropractor will perform exams to pinpoint the source of your pain. They will ask a series of questions about your current symptoms and talk to you about any treatments you may have already tried.
At our office, you can also do physical and neurological exams. For your physical exam, our chiropractor will examine your posture, range of motion, and overall physical condition, taking note of any movement that causes pain. For the neurological exam, your doctor will test your reflexes, muscle strength, and any nerve changes.
Chiropractic adjustments reduce misalignments in the spine and other joints while reducing inflammation and improving joint and nervous system functions. This allows your body to manage neck discomfort better.
After chiropractic adjustments, patients will typically notice an improved ability to turn and tilt the head and a reduction of pain, soreness, and stiffness. Of course, our chiropractor will help you develop a plan that may combine a few different types of treatment, depending on your individual needs.
In combination with your chiropractic treatment plan, most chiropractors will recommend that you continue your healing at home by stretching and doing home exercises – which can help your neck pain.
At Ontario Auto Accident Injury Chiropractic , we are always adamant about ensuring our patients get the best treatment for their injuries. Sometimes, that means that we aren't the best option for them. In these cases, we recommend them to an orthopedic MD, neurologist MD, MRI, or pain management MD.
If you've been experiencing neck pain, discomfort, or stiffness after a car accident, call us at (909) 504-4300 , or request a consultation online.
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