One moment everything may seem fine, when suddenly you’re involved in a serious collision. Most people experience a sense of shock immediately following impact followed by quickly assessing the extent of injury they may have incurred. Some may be seen at a nearby hospital while others choose to go home to recuperate. It is important to note that in most instances of back or neck trauma (whiplash) the underlying consequences of possible long term spinal injury may not present for days, weeks or even months following impact. A visit to a chiropractor should always follow an auto injury, as chiropractors are specialists in determining and treating damage to the spine and supportive soft tissue.
How Can a Chiropractor Help Me After My Auto Accident?
Chiropractors are specialist at treating neck and back injuries associated with auto accidents. Many times, individuals who have been injured in a car accident experience such intense muscle pain and stiffness that they simply cannot function normally. When left untreated, this discomfort can become a serious issue .The most common repercussions of auto accidents include, blurred vision, headaches, shoulder pain, dizziness, neck pain and stiffness, back injuries, muscle injuries, ligament problems, and disc damage. Other individuals may be injured and feel nothing at all.
Dr. Archambault has a wealth of experience locating misalignments which occur as the result of collision impact and applying natural, painless, hands only adjustments to restore normal alignment and assure proper healing. Don't take a chance with your health. If you are ever involved in a car accident be sure to consult a chiropractor to be sure you have not suffered underlying spinal injury!
Chiropractic care is covered 100% by automobile insurance.