Whiplash

There are several common auto accident injuries, but whiplash is one of the most common. If you're suffering from back pain due to whiplash, our Statesville chiropractor can help you get relief.

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What Is Whiplash?

Whiplash is an injury that occurs when your neck forcefully and rapidly moves back and forth. Car accidents are one of the most common causes of whiplash, as the momentum causes your head to jerk around quickly. When this happens, there are several injuries that can occur within your spine and neck.

In the aftermath of an incident that causes whiplash, you may have a loss of range of motion or severe pain as a result of an injury to your spine, spinal disks, or the ligaments, muscles, and tendons in your neck. The symptoms you feel, as well as the treatment option that's best for you, will depend on what injuries your whiplash caused.

Symptoms of Whiplash

Since whiplash is a common auto accident injury, it's important to recognize the symptoms, so you know when to get help. Whiplash is often associated with back and neck pain, but it's also common to experience other symptoms with whiplash, such as:

  • Loss of range of motion
  • Headaches
  • Arm tingling or numbness
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Trouble sleeping

While some of these symptoms are less common than others, they can all be present with whiplash. Make sure you take stock of all your symptoms and talk to a doctor about them, that way you can get the best treatment for your needs.

Whiplash Treatment

Many people opt for painkillers to get pain relief from whiplash, but a chiropractic adjustment is a good alternative if you don't want to deal with the side effects of medication. By gently manipulating your spine and using cold laser therapy, a chiropractor can relieve pressure on disks and muscles to help you feel less pain.

Find Relief Today

Auto accident injuries are no fun. Fortunately, Druzbik Family Chiropractic can help you find pain relief and get back to living a normal life after an auto accident. If you need cold laser therapy or a chiropractic adjustment for whiplash, give Druzbik Family Chiropractic a call to schedule an appointment today.

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