Whiplash

Have you been injured during an auto accident?

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Have you recently experienced whiplash?

Each year, a significant number of people suffer from whiplash injuries, many of which occur in rear-end collisions that vary in severity. It's not uncommon for patients involved in such accidents to be unaware of their injuries for weeks or even months afterward, as medical doctors may not always detect injuries that occur at lower speeds. However, recent research suggests otherwise.


If you've been injured in an accident, our Elmhurst chiropractic clinic can help you explore your treatment options. When it comes to whiplash injuries, it's crucial to work with a provider who understands the problem. Chiropractors are specifically trained to handle such injuries, so it's important to get your spine checked as soon as possible after a whiplash injury. The earlier you begin care, the lower the chances of developing long-term issues.

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Recognizing Whiplash Injuries

Whiplash injuries should not be taken lightly, as the consequences can be severe if left untreated. Unfortunately, many people don't even realize they have sustained an injury until long after the accident has occurred, and by that time, their condition may have worsened considerably.


When your headrest is positioned too low, injuries tend to be more severe. In this case, the headrest can act as an acceleration point, causing your head to whip back at a much higher rate of speed in the event of a rear-end collision. Even a minor impact of just 5 mph can result in a much greater injury.

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How Chiropractic Care can Help

A research study conducted by Woodward found that 93% of the 28 patients who received chiropractic care experienced significant improvement. The chiropractic care involved spinal manipulation, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), and cryotherapy. Prior to the study, many of the patients had received treatment with NSAIDs, soft collars, and physiotherapy.


Chiropractic care has proven to be an effective treatment option for patients who have suffered injuries in motor vehicle accidents. The aforementioned study clearly documented the success that chiropractors see in clinical practice, with symptoms such as headaches, neck pain, back pain, inter-scapular pain, and related extremity pain with numbness and tingling often responding very well to chiropractic care.


At Elm Chiropractic in Elmhurst, we have experience helping individuals who are suffering from symptoms of whiplash injury. Contact us today to find out if chiropractic care can help you.

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