Why is it important to see a chiropractor in Palm Desert CA after an auto accident? Read on!

Did you know, vehicle speeds as low as 5mph can cause injuries to occupants? We know high speed collisions can cause disastrous injuries, but small fender benders can cause symptoms even without vehicle damage. In fact, lower speed collisions (0-25mph) allow for less of the forces of impact to deform the car and more of the force to be transferred to the drivers and passengers, often causing more severe neck injuries.

What Happens In An Auto Accident In Palm Desert CA?

When someone is involved in an accident their torso is restrained by the seatbelt and the head is free to move. This causes the head to continue moving and is slowed down only by muscles and ligaments in the neck, putting them under extreme tension. This tension causes small micro tears in the muscles and ligaments, which cause pain, inflammation, and instability in the area. As your body heals, it lays more fibers and scar tissue to “glue” the tissues together. This can reduce your normal range of motion and cause abnormal biomechanics in your spine. By getting adjusted, you are maintaining and recovering full range of motion as your body heals. This allows the joints to heal in a much better position and move better. Also, many people experience a great amount of relief after a few adjustments. Our goal when treating you is to not only get rid of or reduce your pain and dysfunction, but to maintain as much range of motion as possible throughout the entire healing process to reduce the risk of degeneration and dysfunction later in life. That is why it is important to see your chiropractor even after symptoms have resolved.

If you have been in an accident, even a minor one, make sure you see a chiropractor. Completing a full treatment program will set your spine up to heal the best it can and reduce your risk of long term damage. Plus, you will feel so much better! We see many patients that have been in an auto accident and have a lot of experience with all aspects of acute care. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation and exam feel free to give us a call today.

Palm Desert Chiropractic
(760) 636-1540