Chiropractic TherapyTreats Neck Pain After Car Crashes

What Causes Neck Pain After Auto Accident? How Can Chiropractic Care Help??

If you suffer from neck pain after a car crash, you're not alone. Dr. Harrison sees this type of problem frequently in our Decatur office. Let's see why neck pain is frequently experienced after an auto collision and see how chiropractic can help you get better.

Your neck is subjected to very high forces during an auto injury, so it's not surprising that neck pain is so common from this type of injury. During even a low velocity collision, your head is exposed to extremely rapid acceleration. In such crashes, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can suddenly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts an extreme strain on the tissues of the cervical spine. The bones of your spinal column are held together with strong bands of tissue called ligaments, and these ligaments provide stability for your neck. These ligaments can be sprained during a car crash, just as your ankle ligaments can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.

When you experience a sprained ligament, the damaged area gets swollen and sore, and that's what occurs after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing movement in the injured region, which helps the ligaments heal and helps lessen scar tissue.

Dr. Harrison Can Help People Find Relief From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Quicker

If you've been hurt in a car crash and you're struggling with neck pain, Dr. Harrison is here to help. The first step is to get an accurate diagnosis to determine what's causing your pain and then we will determine an appropriate treatment strategy. Give our office a call today at (404) 325-2856 to make an appointment.