Chiropractic CareTreats Neck Pain After Car Accidents

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

We work with many car crash cases in our Anchorage office, and a common symptom our patients report is neck pain. 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.

The neck is subjected to very high stresses and strains during an auto injury, so it's not surprising that neck pain is so common from this type of injury. During even a low speed collision, your head is exposed to very rapid acceleration. In such collisions, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can instantly weigh 80 or more pounds. This force exerts an extreme 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 your ankle ligaments can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.

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

Mulholland Chiropractic Center, LLC Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Faster

If you've been hurt in a car crash and you're experiencing neck pain, Mulholland Chiropractic Center, LLC is here to help. 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 (907) 770-5700 to make an appointment.