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Chiropractic Care for Whiplash Treatment

Written By Absolute Chiropractic & Rehab on September 24, 2019

Woman with whiplash from car accidentHave you suffered a car accident injury?

You do have back pain, neck pain, or joint pain that won’t leave?

According to Consumer Health Day, one million people suffer from whiplash per year – mostly due to car accidents. Though this car accident injury is common, you should never take whiplash lightly nor leave it untreated. 

Here, you will learn the ins and outs of whiplash and why you should consider chiropractic care as your number one choice for whiplash treatment. 

What is Whiplash?

Whiplash happens when the muscles in your neck tear due to jerky or sudden movements that can stem from car accidents, high-impact sports, and even recreational activities such as boating or riding a roller coaster. 

So, how do you know if you have whiplash? Be sure to check for symptoms like:

  • Prolonged headaches that start at the base of the skull
  • Stiffness in the neck area
  • Inability to move your neck from side to side or front to back without pain
  • Tender-to-the-touch neck muscles

The thing about whiplash is that symptoms may not appear until days after your initial injury. If you think you may have suffered a neck injury, it is wise to pay special attention to your symptoms in the 48-72 hours following high-impact activity.

How Does Chiropractic Care Treat Whiplash?

The professionals at Absolute Chiropractic and Rehab offer two main whiplash treatment options, including: 

  • Soft Tissue & Massage Therapy: Used to relieve tension from and relax sore muscles, making it easier for them to repair from injury. This can be administered by hand massage or by a foam roller.
  • Spinal Adjustments: Though whiplash is not necessarily spine-related, spinal adjustments are useful to remove stress from the central nervous system – relieving pain and inflammation all over the body, which is wonderful for sore neck muscles. 

Is Whiplash Treatment in Hurst Right for You?

Whiplash is serious business, and without treatment, it could result in worse injuries later on.

Dr. Rick Bartlett and Dr. Steven Reed Anderson D.C. are both trained chiropractors in Hurst, TX. In addition to massage therapy and spinal adjustments, both doctors will recommend additional therapeutic stretches and exercises to speed up your whiplash recovery.

If you are interested in learning more about whiplash treatment, feel free to contact us to schedule an appointment, or call 817-428-0801.


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