Wirth Chiropractic Blog How a Chiropractor can Help You with Your Auto Accident Injuries

Every year, there are thousands of auto accidents that take place all over the United States, with many people becoming injured because of these terrible accidents. Many people believe that in order to sustain major damage to your musculoskeletal system, you need to have been in a severe auto accident. But this isn't the case. Even speeds as low as 5 mph can cause painful injuries such as whiplash, where the cervical spine is knocked out of alignment. Since a fender-bender is usually considered to be a minor auto accident, people rarely seek treatment from a chiropractor. But the truth is, that consulting with a chiropractor in a prompt manner can make actually make all the difference in taking care of serious injuries so that they do not escalate, and lead to a lifetime of problems in the future. Common Indicators of WhiplashWhiplash is one of the most common results of a car accident. It causes the spine to destabilize, leading to severe pain. The following is the most common signs that a person is suffering from whiplash:Blurred visionNeck painHeadachesDizzinessShoulder painReduced range of motion in the neckArm painNeck stiffnessLow back painWhat to do Next?The very next step after you have been in a car accident is to consult with an experienced chiropractor. These professionals can help loosen stiff muscles and treat whiplash, soft tissue injuries, neck injuries, and back injuries which are a result of a vehicular accident. What a Chiropractor DoesA chiropractor will begin by diagnosing what your injuries have been due to and will go on to create a treatment plan for the best possible way to help you heal. Following this treatment plan to the tee will be the key to ensuring that your injuries are short-term, and do not cause you any harm in the future. Most injuries caused due to auto accidents such as soft tissue injuries are not visible externally. These might not even begin to pain you immediately. So you may think that there is no reason to see a chiropractor. But visiting a chiropractor after an auto accident injury is the first step in the right direction.