Sunday, June 15, 2014

Dallas GA Whiplash Sufferers Find Relief With Chiropractic Methods Individualized For Each

By Melisa Carlucci


The neck injury referred to as whiplash is closely associated with automobile accidents. The abrupt jerking of the head in a collision damages the muscles and ligaments. A leading Dallas GA Chiropractor is providing pain alleviation for this and other injuries in a comfortable office setting.

The symptoms of whiplash are very obvious. They often include excruciating pain when the head is turned in any direction. Muscles are tense in the area and headaches may occur.

These symptom of pain and inflexibility may start right after the accident or not until hours later. The evaluation may require x-rays. In many cases, a concussion occurs simultaneously.

The care of a chiropractor is beneficial in these cases. Starting with a careful evaluation of the individuals condition, care can be implemented to reduce the pain. Flexibility of movement can be improved.

The response to manual adjustments, relaxing neck muscles and a range of mild exercises has been good. Lifestyle changes may be required on a temporary basis. This may include wearing a neck brace, also temporarily.

Additional care may include massage. One technique requires the chiropractor to apply finger pressure to the trigger points of pain. Gentle or more stringent pressure is successful depending on the amount of tension that is present.

One type of exercise uses an established method to stabilize the cervical spine. This method is a comprehensive program involving the evaluation, care plan and prevention against future injury. Gradually the pain is alleviated and the client learns the process and some preventative measures.

Naturally, there is no way to predict an accident such as a car crash. There is, however, the possibility of using good posture to avoid stress on the soft tissues of the neck. Good posture can also prevent the vertebrae from being misaligned, requiring additional adjusting in the future.




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