Can a Chiropractor Help Me With My Whiplash?

Dr. David Dresner, DC

Every year, around 120,000 incidents of whiplash are recorded in the United States.

Whiplash is a general term used to describe injuries of the neck due to a sudden stop which causes a fast backward

and forward movement, like the lashing of a whip.

This causes much strain on the neck muscles and the spine.

Whiplash is most commonly caused by motor accidents.

The jolt that results from the sudden stop of a vehicle that was previously moving at a steady speed usually results in

a forceful impact.

The average human head weighs around 5 kilograms. But it becomes heavier when there’s a rapid backward and

forward movement that gives tension to the neck muscles and ligaments.

caused the whiplash are helpful in diagnosing the extent of the injury so it’s important that you remember what happened to you.

Chiropractic care is a widely known treatment for whiplash.

When you suffer from whiplash and consult a chiropractor, you will be asked to undergo a thorough physical examination. The details of the incident that

Dr. Dresner is an experienced Wellington Chiropractor who can help you if you are suffering

from whiplash through careful diagnosis and appropriate chiropractic treatment.

On the first visit, Dr. Dresner will ask you about the incident that took place and how the whiplash occurred

while assessing your condition. You may be asked to have further examinations like X-ray to evaluate the

damage to your bones.

Common symptoms of whiplash are pain and stiffness of the neck, headache, back pain and sometimes even

chest pain.

In some cases, you may also experience blurred vision and nausea. Your symptoms vary depending on the incident and the force of impact but neck pain is almost always

experienced. It is interesting to note that these symptoms may occur between 2 to 48 hours after the incident.

Whiplash treatment suggestions by Dr. Dresner may include, but are not limited to, spinal manipulation, muscle

relaxation or stimulation, sensory motor activities, and some advice on lifestyle changes.

Spinal adjustment or manipulation of the spine is the main treatment to avoid further inflammation or damage

to your nervous system.

Massages and relaxation of the muscles will help strengthen the injured areas. Exercises can help you in

regaining the normal activities of the body parts that have been damaged.

Since whiplash would prevent you from doing your usual activities for a time due to limited movements, some activities must be done differently to avoid straining

already affected areas.

This is why lifestyle changes are also often suggested. Rest is very important in the healing process to prevent you from getting any more injuries. Each treatment plan is

designed to help you with your specific needs.

If you are suffering from the discomforts of whiplash, it is important that you call a chiropractor immediately to get

the right treatment plan.

Visit the Dresner Chiropractic Center today or call 561-798-9778 and consult with the best Wellington

Chiropractor Dr. Dresner to get the best chiropractic treatment.

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