The Effects of an Automobile Crash on the Body
If you’re having your car checked out after an accident, it’s a good idea to have your body looked at, too.
- Dr. Campbell
Your muscles can't respond quickly enough while you're involved in a crash to counteract the inertia of your body parts flailing around in the vehicle.
As a result, ligaments frequently take the brunt of the punishment. Whiplash is a common term for injuries to the neck and head.
The nerve-wracking part? Minor resulting aches and pains tend to go ignored, eventually developing into long-term, painful problems. While the immediate aftermath consists of many inconveniences, such as dealing with your insurance company, locating a reputable collision repair shop, and worrying about finances, your health should not take a backseat.
The following are some of the symptoms that may signify more severe conditions that need attention:
- Headaches
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Memory difficulties
- Fatigue
- Numbness or tingling in arms or legs
- Sleep problems
- Muscle spasms
- Trouble concentrating
Contact us today if you or your family member has been involved in an auto accident. Dr. Campbell has expertise and training in car accident injuries. He will make referrals as needed.
Parkside Back & Neck Care is trained in insurance billing and is ready to assist you on your road to recovery. Contact us anytime.
Everything may be going well one moment, and suddenly you’re caught up in a serious accident. At the time of an automobile accident, people are focused on one thing—their car! But remember that you and your injuries come first. Chiropractors are experts in damage to soft and hard tissue, and a visit to a chiropractor should always come after an auto injury.
How Can a Chiropractor Help Me After My Auto Accident?
Chiropractors are able to treat neck and back injuries associated with auto accidents. Many times, individuals who have been injured in a car accident experience such intense muscle pain and stiffness that they simply cannot function normally. When left untreated, this discomfort can be a serious issue.
After an auto accident, some individuals experience indicators of whiplash injuries right away, headaches, shoulder pain, dizziness, reduced range of motion and arm pain. Whiplash can also result in minor back injuries, muscle injuries, ligament problems, and disc damage. Other individuals may be injured and feel nothing at all.
Treating pain or whiplash should never be secondary to bringing your car to the mechanic or working with your insurance company. If you’ve had an auto accident recently, your first priority should be taking the initiative to visit your chiropractor!