Whiplash FAQs

Being involved in a car crash is a traumatic experience because it jars the entire body. This can lead to various injuries that can be rather painful. When you’re involved in a crash, the impact makes your head fling forward and backward or side to side. This puts a lot of pressure on the structures in the neck, which can lead to pain. We at Dodd Chiropractic Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, are here to help you find pain relief from neck pain caused by an auto accident injury.

How Bad Is Whiplash?

Whiplash symptoms can’t be ignored because you may end up doing more damage to the neck’s structures. Some of the more common symptoms may include:

• Neck pain and stiffness
• Shoulder pain and stiffness
• Lack of range of motion in the neck
• Upper back pain
• Headaches

Even though some people may not think it is too bad, it can lead to debilitating pain and mobility problems. In the past, patients would be prescribed a neck brace and complete rest. It’s since been proven that gentle movements and chiropractic adjustments are a better treatment.

A chiropractor on our team will work to alleviate your pain by gently adjusting the neck and spine so everything is back in proper alignment. This takes the pressure off the supporting structures, including the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, so they aren’t as irritated and inflamed.

How Often Should I Visit?

Ongoing treatment is best. Chiropractic treatments build upon the previous adjustments. This means that you’ll experience more and more relief with each appointment. It’s critical that you keep up with the chiropractic treatments even after you feel better. The damage that was done to the neck in the crash was considerable, so it will take time for everything to heal. The healing process will usually take longer than it takes for you to experience pain relief.

What Should I Do at Home?

Our chiropractor may give you special stretches to do at home. These, and any exercises you’re given, work to strengthen and improve the health of the neck’s supporting structures so you’re less likely to experience problems with your neck in the future.

Visit Us for More Information about Auto Accident Injury Treatment

Auto accident injuries can severely limit your ability to function normally. The team at Dodd Chiropractic Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, understands how important it is to enjoy life without having to worry about problematic pain. Give us a call at (904) 388-1811 to get started on your treatment plan.