Chiropractic Supports Neck Pain After Car Crashes

Why is Neck Pain Such a Common Symptom After Car Crashes? How Can Chiropractic Treatment Help You Get Better?

Neck pain is a common symptom after an auto collision and it's something that Dr. Marsh sees often in our West New York office. Chiropractic can be very helpful for neck pain symptoms after a crash. Let's examine what causes neck pain and why chiropractic works.

The 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 collision, your head is exposed to very rapid acceleration. In such accidents, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can instantly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts an extreme strain on the tissues of the neck. 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 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 swollen and painful, and that's what occurs after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing flexibility in the injured region, which helps the ligaments heal and helps decrease scar tissue.

Dr. Marsh Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Faster

You don't have to suffer from neck pain. Dr. Marsh is conveniently located in West New York to help you recover, whether you've been in an auto collision or not. Dr. Marsh will first determine what's causing your neck pain and then will work to restore your body to its natural functioning. Give our office a call today at (201) 869-0830 to make an appointment.