If you were recently in a car accident, it’s a good idea to visit Active Life Chiropractic in Charlotte. And if you sustained auto accident injuries several months ago and still have residual pain even after treatment from a traditional doctor, you too should be examined by a chiropractor.
Here are seven benefits to receiving chiropractic treatment for car accident injuries.
#1: Mobility restoration
Regardless of whether a car accident occurs at low speeds or high, victims typically experience some level of soreness and/or stiffness in muscle and joints. As part of our chiropractic treatment for auto accidents, we’ll utilize chiropractic adjustments that help restore mobility to affected areas. This increases blood flow, which in turn expedites healing and the return of full mobility.
#2: Chronic pain prevention
Since the human body is a complex network of muscles, nerves, tissue, and bone, some “minor” injuries incurred from a car accident can go undetected and lie dormant for years before flaring up again as something more serious. Our chiropractors are trained to not only search for these types of injuries, but treat them effectively and eliminate the chances of long-term chronic pain.
#3: Prevent re-injury
When an auto accident occurs, adrenaline kicks in and the body goes into “protective mode”. Many times this involves the tightening of muscles, ligaments, etc. to a level that wouldn’t ordinary occur. In the days and weeks following the accident, these muscles are weak and need time to recover, leaving them vulnerable to re-injury if not properly cared for. A chiropractic adjustment targeted at the shoulder, neck, back, etc. will help strengthen these muscles, improve mobility, and minimize the chances of re-injury.
#4: Reduce scar tissue
The body’s amazing healing properties extend to injured tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Unfortunately, the scar tissue the body creates to heal injuries in these areas is left behind. If this tissue grows on a large muscle or a ligament in the back or neck, discomfort and/or serious pain can result. A chiropractor will focus on the precise muscles, tendons, etc. that are affected and stretch them out, thereby loosening and breaking up the scar tissue in the joint.
#5. Address whiplash quickly
Of all the injuries derived from a car accident, whiplash is obviously the most dangerous. One of the main reasons why is that its symptoms can take up to two days to manifest. That’s why our chiropractic treatment for car accidents has whiplash testing atop our to-do list. We can catch whiplash early on and administer treatment before it can cause problems.
#6. Pain relief without medication
Over-the-counter and prescribed medication can certainly help a car accident victim in the short-term, but seldom are they a long-term solution. Not only can medication mask certain symptoms, but pain medication in particular is highly addictive. Chiropractors take a far more homeopathic approach, treating the body with natural adjustments, stretching, and exercise.
#7. Position the body for fast healing
Immediate chiropractic treatment puts the body in the ideal position for quick healing. A chiropractor will ensure that the spine is aligned correctly, confirm that blood is flowing freely to affected areas, and provide advice on exercise and nutrition that can hasten the healing process.
If you were in a car accident and would like to make an appointment chiropractic treatment, please contact us today.