Chiropractic Helps Neck Pain After Auto Accident

Why is Neck Pain Such a Common Problem After Car Crashes? How Can Chiropractic Treatment Help You Recover?

If you are suffering from neck pain after an auto collision, don't worry. Bridesburg Spine and Injury Clinic sees this type of problem very often in our Philadelphia office. The key to recovering from neck pain caused by a crash is to understand the root cause of the problem and how chiropractic care can help.

Your neck is subjected to very high stresses and strains during a car accident, so it's not surprising that neck pain is so common from this type of injury. During even a low velocity crash, your head is subjected to very rapid acceleration. In such accidents, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can suddenly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts a severe strain on the tissues of the neck. The bones of your neck 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 collision, just as the ligaments in your ankle can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.

When you experience a sprained ligament, the injured tissues gets inflamed and tender, and that's what occurs after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing mobility in the injured area, which helps the ligaments heal and helps lessen scar tissue.

Bridesburg Spine and Injury Clinic Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Faster

You don't have to suffer from neck pain. Bridesburg Spine and Injury Clinic is conveniently located in Philadelphia to help you get better, whether you've been in an auto collision or not. First, we'll do a careful assessment to establish the root cause of your neck pain, and then decide how to restore your body's natural functioning. Give our office a call today at (215) 743-5330 to make an appointment.