You’re driving along and then BAM you’ve been in a car crash. Even if the impact didn't seem that serious when it happened, you might find yourself with issues and a stiff neck over the next few days or weeks.
A auto collision happens very quickly, and the forces on your body can be quite dramatic, causing your neck muscles and ligaments to stretch or tear. Whiplash is the most common type of injury sustained in a auto accident, and it can be very irritating. In fact, whiplash can cause neck discomfort that lasts for months or even years.
There are a few factors that can increase your risk of injury. First, rear-end collisions tend to cause more neck injuries than frontal collisions. Second, there is some evidence that women are more likely to get injured in a car crash than men. Finally, if your vehicle has poor headrests, they may not have adequately protected your head and neck from the force of the impact.
Luckily, there are a few things you can do to lessen your neck pain after a car accident. Heat or ice treatment may also help to settle your sore muscles. Gentle stretching exercises can help keep your muscles from getting too stiff. And, of course, chiropractic adjustments to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.
If you are experiencing pain because of a auto accident, even a small one, you may experience neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get relief. Studies shows that chiropractic therapy is best for these types of injuries, so call Sweeney Chiropractic in Nashville right away if you've been in a car accident.
Dr. Jim Sweeney & Dr. Jon Sweeney, your Nashville Chiropractors and Palmer College of Chiropractic West graduates, provide quality chiropractic care to patients in Nashville, TN. If you suffer from back pain, neck pain, headache, sciatica or have been in an auto collision, Sweeney Chiropractic can get you back on the road to health.
