Whiplash Treatment

Whiplash is a common and painful ailment that people suffer from. It refers the action that causes neck, back, or shoulder pain after an auto accident. Whiplash occurs when the neck snaps backwards and forwards quickly. It commonly occurs in auto accidents, especially rear-end accidents. The cervical spine suffers after whiplash. If left untreated, other parts of the body will experience additional effects of this action.

At Dishman Chiropractic and Wellness Center in Celebration, FL, we provide treatment for whiplash and other conditions. With chiropractic care, we can heal your neck naturally and return your range of motion. Our goal is to help you live a pain-free life.

Causes and Symptoms of Whiplash 

While the common cause of whiplash is the impact suffered in a rear-end collision, it can also be the aftermath of playing a contact sport, such as football or wrestling. All of these actions result in the neck bending forward then backward in rapid succession, or in some cases, vice versa. No matter which direction it takes, whiplash wreaks havoc on the alignment of the vertebrae in the neck, as well as the neck muscles, nerves, and tendons. In more severe cases, it affects the discs cushioning the vertebrae in the cervical spine. As a result, whiplash sufferers will experience any or all of the following symptoms, especially if they delay treatment.

• Neck pain or stiffness  
• Lower back pain
• Shoulder pain
• Decreased range of motion
• Numbness or pain in the hands or arms
• Fatigue
• Irritability
• Insomnia
• Memory problems
• Difficulty in concentrating

How Our Chiropractor Diagnoses Whiplash

When you visit our facility, we will look for the root cause of your pain so we can treat it, not just your symptoms. Even if you have clear whiplash symptoms, our chiropractor will still conduct a complete evaluation of the entire spine in addition to the cervical spine of the neck to make sure additional pre-existing conditions are not involved. To this end, we will analyze how a patient walks, noting his or her spinal alignment and posture. We may perform other tests or exams, and ask about your medical history, to get a better understanding of your condition.

Chiropractic Whiplash Treatment

After a proper diagnosis, our chiropractor will create a personalized treatment plan for you. This may include a combination of chiropractic methods. We often use chiropractic adjustments to treat whiplash. Our chiropractor will adjust your neck and spine to realign your body, which alleviates tension and pressure. We might also use spinal decompression, which stretches the spine to allow the vertebrae to move back into place.

Depending on your condition, our chiropractor may use other therapies as well, like exercises and massage therapy.

Schedule an Appointment for Whiplash Treatment

If you are experiencing whiplash symptoms, don’t wait to seek treatment, as your condition could worsen. Whiplash symptoms often don’t present themselves for days or weeks after an accident, so it is important to seek treatment as soon as possible. At Dishman Chiropractic and Wellness Center in Celebration, FL, we provide natural treatment solutions for whiplash. With non-invasive, drug-free techniques, we will alleviate pain and help your body heal. We will get you back to living a pain-free life. To learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment, call us today.