If you’ve been in a minor car accident, even if you have no obvious injury, it’s a good idea to see a chiropractor. The body is affected by any type of severe impact, even if no bones are broken or acute medical care is required. Here are a few of the benefits of chiropractic care.

How a Chiropractor Can Help After a Car Accident

1. Minimize Pain

After any kind of impact, the vertebrae may become misaligned. The result can be back or neck pain or pain that radiates to the legs, shoulders, or head. Chiropractic adjustments help the spine realign and take pressure off nerves and muscles, which will reduce or eliminate the pain. Regular chiropractic care helps prevent long-term pain and can even address issues that are present from previous injuries. 

2. Restore Range of Motion

When joints or vertebrae are misaligned, there can be a loss of normal functioning of the tendons and muscles. As bones are returned to normal position, range of motion can be restored. This might happen after one visit, but more often will require a series of sessions, especially for older injuries.

3. Treat “Hidden” Injuries

Whiplash, muscle microtears, and subtle bone misalignments may not be detected by X-rays or physical examination. But these “hidden” injuries can result in chronic pain and loss of movement. A chiropractor is trained to detect and treat the subtler effects of accident and injury. The body’s own healing response kicks in during a spinal manipulation. Natural anti-inflammatory and pain relieving substances are released during realignment, which helps repair microtears in muscles and treat pain. 

4. Offer a Holistic, Non-Invasive Treatment Option

Chiropractic care addresses injury at the source—rather than just treating symptoms. It can minimize or eliminate the need for pain medication. In some cases, chiropractic care is a safe and effective option to surgery. In addition, many chiropractors are trained in holistic care, including nutrition, biomechanics, occupational therapy, or massage. They can provide guidance for lifestyle changes in conjunction with spinal manipulation to restore health and optimum functioning.

Seeing a chiropractor promptly after a minor car accident can help prevent further injury or long-term complications. Stroud Chiropractic Clinic serves Archdale and High Point, NC, and offers state-of-the-art treatment, including the Pro-Adjuster. For relief from sciatica, back and neck pain, arthritis, sports injury, and accidents, call (336) 434-2107, or visit their website to schedule an appointment for a free consultation.