You’re driving along and then BAM you’ve been in a auto injury. Even if the impact didn't seem very forceful when it happened, you might find yourself with discomfort and a stiff neck over the next few days or weeks.
A auto accident happens very fast, and the forces on your body can be quite dramatic, causing your neck muscles and ligaments to stretch or tear. Whiplash is the most common type of injury sustained in a auto collision, and it can be very painful. In fact, whiplash can cause neck discomfort that lasts for months or even years.
There are a few factors that can increase your risk of injury. First, rear-end collisions tend to cause more neck injuries than frontal collisions. Second, there is some evidence that women are more likely to get injured in a car crash than men. Lastly, if your vehicle has poor headrests, they may not have adequately protected your head and neck from the force of the impact.
Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to decrease your neck pain after a car crash. Heat or ice treatment may also help to settle your sore muscles. Gentle stretching exercises can help keep your muscles from getting too stiff. And, of course, chiropractic to help restore the healthy functioning of your neck and spine.
If you are feeling pain due to a auto injury, even a minor one, you may experience neck pain as a result of whiplash. Don't wait to get care. Research shows that chiropractic is best for these kinds of injuries, so call Lifeplus Health Centers in Lynnwood right away if you've been in a car wreck.
Dr. Stephanie Greenall was born in Vancouver, BC, Canada. She graduated from Western States Chiropractic College in 1991. Doctor Greenall served as President-Elect of the Washington State Chiropractic Association (WSCA) Board of Directors in 2014 representing over 1000 chiropractors in Washington state. Stephanie’s parents introduced her to alternative care as a child. Their family would visit their chiropractor on a regular basis. She knew at a young age that chiropractic was the answer to most ailments. As a teenager, working for a veterinarian, she always knew she wanted to be a healer. Dr. Greenall lives in Edmonds and has called the Lynnwood/Edmonds area home since she began her practice in 1991. “My purpose of practicing chiropractic is to provide the highest quality of alternative ways of healing to my patients.” Stephanie Greenall
