Whiplash Care in Blaine
One of the most surprising things about whiplash is that symptoms don’t always appear right away. After an accident, you may feel shaken but otherwise fine. Hours or even days later, your neck becomes stiff, headaches develop, or turning your head becomes painful. That’s one reason it’s a good idea to have your spine evaluated after a collision, even if your symptoms seem minor at first. Whiplash occurs when the head is suddenly forced backward and forward, stretching the muscles, ligaments, and joints beyond their normal range. Although it’s most often associated with car accidents, falls, and sports injuries, impacts can produce similar forces.
More Than a Sore Neck
Whiplash can affect much more than the neck itself. Some people experience headaches, shoulder pain, dizziness, tingling in the arms, or difficulty concentrating after an injury. These symptoms may change from day to day as the injured tissues begin to heal. Dr. Aaron Frach carefully evaluates how the injury has affected your movement and overall function before discussing recommendations based on your examination.
Giving Your Body Time to Recover
Healing doesn’t happen overnight. Depending on the severity of the injury, recovery may take time and often benefits from an approach that’s tailored to your symptoms and progress. When appropriate, recommendations may include additional services available within the practice to help improve comfort and restore normal movement as healing continues.
Don’t Ignore Lingering Symptoms
Many people expect whiplash to resolve on its own, only to find that discomfort lingers for weeks or months. If you’ve recently been in an accident and your neck still doesn’t feel right, contact Blaine Family Chiropractic to schedule an evaluation and discuss your options.
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