Chiropractic Supports Neck Pain After Auto Injury

Why is Neck Pain Such a Common Condition After Car Accidents? How Can Chiropractic Adjustments Help You Recover?

If you are suffering from neck pain after an auto injury, don't despair. Blake Chiropractic & Rehabilitation sees this type of problem frequently in our Harrisburg office. 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 an auto injury. During even a low velocity wreck, your head is exposed to very rapid acceleration. In such crashes, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can instantly 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 wreck, just as your ankle ligaments 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 sore, and that's what takes place after a car crash. Your chiropractor helps by increasing movement in the injured area, which helps the tissues heal and helps lessen scar tissue.

Blake Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Can Help Clients Find Relief From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Faster

You don't have to suffer from neck pain. Blake Chiropractic & Rehabilitation is conveniently located in Harrisburg to help you get better, whether you've been in an auto collision or not. The first step is to get an accurate diagnosis to determine what's causing your pain and then we will determine an appropriate treatment plan of action. Give our office a call today at (717) 657-2561 to make an appointment.