Types of Auto Accident Injuries Seen by Jacksonville Chiropractic

Dr. David J. Taylor, DC, BS, FL AMA, NMR is a leading auto accident chiropractor in Jacksonville NC. Many of our patients wait till they see symptoms after a car accident till they make an appointment. This process could take days, weeks, or even months after the initial event. This delay in symptom presentation can happen due to a surge in pain-masking adrenaline, cortisol, and other "flight or fight" hormones which occur during a traumatic event. Because it can take time for these hormones to return to normal levels, a person could have an injury without even realizing it. 

For this reason, Dr. Taylor and his team strongly recommend that anyone who is involved in a car accident, even "minor" fender benders, consults with an auto accident chiropractor as soon as possible, to prevent the risk of delayed diagnosis, delayed treatment, and long-term complications.

Common Auto Accident Injuries See by a Chiropractor after Car Accident

An injury can occur even in smaller car accidents; high and/or rapidly changing forces can impose a lot of stress and strain on the various connective tissues within your body. This can lead to problems including:

• Shoulder pain and/or muscle strain, frequently related to the impact of a seatbelt restraint system
• Neck pain and back pain, often caused by joint subluxation, muscle spasm, and/or nerve impingement
• Whiplash, a syndrome that may include other symptoms in addition to neck and shoulder pain, like headaches, TMJ dysfunction, ringing in the ears, and impaired sleep

No matter what your exact presentation is, chiropractic care can help. Treatment focuses on things like relieving muscle spasms, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing, restoring normal movement, realigning the spine, and preventing chronic or recurring problems. Specific chiropractic care services that can naturally resolve such issues include spinal decompression, chiropractic adjustments, corrective exercises, and massage therapy.

Have you been Involved in an Auto Accident? Call Our Jacksonville Chiropractor Today

If you've been in an auto accident, then call Jacksonville chiropractor Dr. Taylor. He can help you get the root of your injury and begin the process of natural, whole-body healing as soon as possible. To schedule your initial consultation, call 910-455-6696. When you contact us, be sure to ask us about our FREE massage services for some auto accident patients!