Whiplash Treatment FAQ

At Ironwood Chiropractic of Richmond, BC, we usually tell our patients never to tolerate pain. Although pain is an indication that something is wrong in the body, when it lingers on for a long period, it diminishes your quality of life. If you have a whiplash injury, it’s time to seek relief from a chiropractor. Following are the answers to several questions our chiropractor frequently receives regarding whiplash.

What are the Symptoms of Whiplash?

Whiplash occurs when the head suddenly jerks back and forth, causing your tendons and ligaments to stretch beyond their natural range of motion. Whereas a rear-end car accident is the most common cause of a whiplash injury, any impact that causes a “whipping” motion in your neck may lead to a whiplash injury. While whiplash isn’t life-threatening, it can lead to several unpleasant symptoms if left untreated, such as:

• Dizziness
• Neck pain and stiffness
• Blurred vision
• Headaches
• Tenderness in the neck region
• Insomnia

If you suspect you have a whiplash injury, seek chiropractic care immediately. The symptoms of whiplash don’t manifest immediately, but chiropractors are trained to treat hidden injuries like whiplash before they generate undesirable symptoms.

How Does a Chiropractor Treat Whiplash?

Our chiropractor can devise several natural treatments to manage your whiplash injury. Common chiropractic treatments for whiplash include:

• Spinal adjustment: Aligning your spine ensures proper communication between the brain and the central nervous system. This improved communication leads to better pain management and improves the body’s self-healing mechanism, reducing pain and inflammation.
• Massage therapy: This treatment improves healing by improving circulation in the injured areas of your body. Massage also soothes “tense” muscles, reducing pain and swelling.
• Nutritional counseling: We recommend proper nutrition that hastens recovery and brings the body into balance.
• Stretching exercises: Neck exercises reduce pain, improve mobility, and strengthen your neck to avoid future injuries.

Schedule an Appointment with Our Chiropractor in Richmond for Car Accident Injury Treatment 

If you are struggling with a whiplash injury in Richmond, BC, contact Ironwood Chiropractic today. Call us at (604) 271-3234 for more information or to schedule an appointment with our chiropractor.