Whiplash can cause neck or back pain following even minor car accidents. It can cause chronic, debilitating pain for a lifetime if not undergone chiropractic treatment by a chiropractor.

The neck muscles can be injured by knocking the spine out of its proper alignment. This can cause severe pain and discomfort. While painkillers can be a temporary solution to manage your pain, it is important to address the root cause.

Chiropractors relieve pressure from your tendons and nerves by treating the underlying whiplash injury. Corrective exercises and alignment of your spine can help heal serious injuries to your musculoskeletal system.

Your body will naturally try to immobilize any injuries after trauma. Protective spasms are a way to immobilize injured joints and muscles. This is a healthy response. However, if the function does not return within 4-8 weeks scar tissue may form. Scar tissue can then develop and make it very difficult to fully recover.

A multi-faceted approach to treatment is the best way to get better.

Chiropractic Adjustment

Chiropractic adjustments can return the joints to a properly aligned position. They also help reduce nerve pressure.

Ice & Medications

While ice and anti-inflammatory medication such as Advil can provide short-term relief, they often don’t address the root cause of your pain. While medication and ice can help with pain relief, they should not be considered a remedy.

Keep up with treatment plans offered by Unique Rehab Physiotherapy clinic in North York as soon as an accident occurs, you should also create a customized treatment plan with your chiropractor in order to heal quicker and feel less discomfort. Victims of car accidents need to get in touch with our clinic or any other clinic of their choice to start a recovery plan in order to effectively treat their injury and gain mobility in the shortest time possible.