Chiropractic CareTreats Neck Pain After Car Crashes

What Causes Neck Pain After Car Accidents? How Can Chiropractic Care Help??

We work with many car accident cases in our San Angelo office, and a widespread symptom our patients report is neck pain. Chiropractic care can be very helpful for neck pain symptoms after a crash. Let's examine what causes neck pain and why chiropractic works.

It's not surprising that neck pain is the most common problem experienced after a car crash. During even a low speed collision, your head is subjected to extremely rapid acceleration. In such accidents, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can suddenly weigh 80 or more pounds. This force exerts a serious strain on the tissues of the cervical spine. 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 wreck, 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 damaged area gets inflamed and painful, and that's what happens after a car crash. Your chiropractor helps by increasing movement in the injured area, which helps the ligaments heal and helps decrease scar tissue.

Dr. Pittman Can Help Clients Find Comfort From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Quicker

If you've been injured in a car crash and you're struggling with neck pain, Dr. Pittman is here to help. First, we'll do a careful examination to determine 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 (325) 223-9355 to make an appointment.