If you have been in an auto accident chances are that following the crash, you felt just fine. You have so much adrenalin going through you when impact happens you usually wont even notice you are hurt until the next day.
One of the topmost common complaints among accident victims is neck pain. While your body is strapped into the car, your head and neck still move somewhat freely and if your head rest isn’t set properly that movement can hyper-extend and snap back. This can cause whiplash or other injuries.
Studies show that chiropractic care can help restore range of motion and help to prevent scar tissue from forming. The earlier the treatment following the crash, the better the outcome for the patient. Additionally, from a legal and medical payment standpoint, in Florida you only have 14 days to seek and initiate treatment from the date of the accident, so do not wait thinking you are ok and the pain will just subside because that may or may not be the case.
Auto Injury & The Vertebral Arteries
This whip motion can injure soft tissue, blood vessels, arteries, and even bones. The vertebral arteries are at a high risk because they are located in the center column of the cervical vertebrae. When your neck is whipped the arteries can be stretched or even become twisted. It can cause tearing, swelling, and even block the blood flow.
How do you know you have a vertebral artery injury?
The symptoms:
Pain in the back of the head that worsens over time
It may also be on either side of the head or in the center.
It may feel like a pressure, throbbing, or dull pain sensation
If you have been in an accident and begin to feel these types of symptoms it is important to see your doctor immediately.
Call the office of Kaster Chiropractic and Associates. We will walk you through every step of the process from paperwork, dealing with insurance, to a full exam to identify the root cause of the pain, develop a treatment plan to get you on your way to healing.
Chiropractic, Nutrition, & Massage Therapy in Ft Myers, FL
Chiropractic care is a safe, alternative treatment when applied appropriately. Chiropractic treatments help in dealing with the symptoms of many conditions. Are you going to wait for your symptoms to be felt, or are you going to prevent it as soon as possible?
Dr. Jason B. Kaster of Kaster Chiropractic and Associates is a chiropractor in Fort Myers, Florida. They can help you and your family achieve their optimal health through nutrition, mas.