Chiropractic Helps Neck Pain After Auto Injury

What Causes Neck Pain After Auto Accident? How Can Chiropractic Treatment Help??

Neck pain is a common symptom after a car crash and it's something that Dr. Jung sees frequently in our Pinole office. 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.

Your neck is exposed to very high stresses and strains during a collision, so it's not surprising that neck pain is so common from this type of injury. During even a low speed car crash, your head is subjected to very rapid acceleration. In such crashes, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can suddenly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts a serious strain on the tissues of the cervical spine. The bones of your spine 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 the ligaments in your ankle can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.

When you experience a sprained ligament, the injured tissues gets swollen and painful, and that's what happens after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing mobility in the injured area, which helps the ligaments heal and helps decrease scar tissue.

Dr. Jung Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Quicker

If you've been injured in a car crash and you're struggling with neck pain, Dr. Jung is here to help. First, we'll do a careful examination to figure out 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 (510) 243-7500 to make an appointment.