Take Whiplash Injuries Seriously
Falls impacts on the head and physical accidents which traumatize the neck are also common causes of neck/whiplash injury. This article will discuss whiplash-type injuries and safe, gentle, natural care for this problem.
. A person with osteoarthritis and, generally less neck movement, are more prone to neck injury if an accident occurs. Falls among the elderly are especially significant with respect to whiplash disorders and the need for prompt evaluation and treatment.
If a person is involved in an automobile crash or suffers a traumatic impact it is important to take even minor symptoms as warning signs. A headache or slight neck discomfort, stiffness, or limited range of motion should not be ignored.
A doctor of chiropractic is trained to determine if a person has incurred a whiplash-associated disorder. Chiropractors undergo extensive training in anatomy, biomechanics, and kinesiology.
Physical examination may show spasms of muscles, decrease of normal neck ranges of motion, misalignment or improper motion of the spinal bones of the neck causing pinched nerves and irritated joints.
If an examination shows that a whiplash injury has occurred a chiropractor can provide treatment. A common treatment method a chiropractor may employ is called a manipulation. . It is a safe, gentle manual therapy for managing neck pain.
Anyone who is involved in a whiplash-associated disorder would be well advised to not delay evaluation and care. Waiting only increases the risk that they may develop chronic symptoms.
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