Slip and fall injuries can happen to anyone. Some of the injuries are not noticeable in the beginning, but over time you can feel the pain worsening. A chiropractor can help you to recover from the injuries sustained from a slip and fall. We want to help you understand how chiropractic adjustments can help you recover from these injuries. Below, you will find a few ways to achieve short- and long- term relief and regain mobility through chiropractic care.

The Benefits of a Chiropractor Treating Slip & Fall Injuries

1. Accurate Diagnosis

The musculoskeletal system is extremely complex, it provides form, support and movement for the body. Chiropractic care is focused on the structure and alignment of the body particularly of the spine. Chiropractic focuses on problems with the musculoskeletal system as well as the nervous system. Adjustments offer a safe, gentle and effective way of getting the spine back into alignment, reducing pain, and helping the body’s ability to heal itself. On your first visit to the chiropractor, the chiropractor will perform a physical examination to determine the severity of your injury. People who suffer from a slip and fall injuries may experience trauma to the bones, joints, muscles, or ligaments. The trauma can also cause misalignments in the spine causing pain and limitations in range of motion. A chiropractor will discuss the misalignment of your spine with you and adjust your spine to help relieve pressure on the nerve causing the pain.

2. Pain Management

The effects of a slip and fall can range from mild and infrequent to severe and constant. The main focus is to help you feel better and reduce the pain. The spine is the main component of our body’s foundation, and we rely on the spine for our ability to walk and move. Pain management can be difficult for any injury or condition. When it comes to the spine, these negative health outcomes can be crippling if not treated. Chiropractic care can be an asset to pain management when the pain is related to musculoskeletal condition. Some patients are burdened with pain in the neck, mid-back, low back and extremities. In turning to chiropractic care, patients with aches and pains can avoid pain medication because adjustments of the spine can help alleviate the pain.

3. Mobility Recovery

Joint and spinal injuries sustained from a slip and fall can severely impact mobility. Once you have seen a chiropractor to assess your injuries, they will create a personalized plan of care to help you with your injuries. Your care plan may include in-home exercises, stretches, massage, and chiropractic adjustments to help you regain full mobility. This natural non-invasive approach addresses the source of an injury, allowing your body to heal without the use of medication. Chiropractic care can relieve pressure on nerves and restore range of motion. The goal is to isolate the injury, eliminate pain and help your body to recover as quickly and effectively as possible.

For over 18 years, Heartland Family Chiropractic, PLLC has served residents of Elizabethtown, KY. Chiropractor Adam T. Fulkerson, D.C. can address a number of issues through spinal adjustments, including neck and back pain, chronic migraines, and auto accident injuries. Explore a full breakdown of his services online or call (270) 234-8880 to schedule a consultation.