If you have back pain or shoulder pain due to an auto accident, the discomfort can limit your mobility and prevent you from enjoying the hobbies you love. At Crystal Springs Chiropractic in San Mateo, CA, our team provides various treatments to reduce your pain and help you recover. Before visiting us, learn how chiropractic care can be effective for auto accident injuries below:

Common Auto Accident Injuries

Auto accidents can cause a variety of injuries. Some common auto accident injuries include:

• Concussions: Concussions typically happen if your head hits the windshield or dash. The force of the airbag can also cause a concussion when it deploys. 
• Whiplash: Whiplash occurs when your head is moved forward and backward suddenly during the impact of an auto accident. 
• Back Pain: Back pain can often occur from a car accident. The force of the accident can cause misalignments, sprains or strains, and herniated discs. 
• Sprains and Strains: These injuries can happen in your ankles, knees, wrists, or shoulders due to the force of the accident. 
• Contusions: Contusions occur when a part of your body hits something in the vehicle, which causes bruising. Along with that, you may experience pain and soreness in the affected region.

Chiropractic Treatment for Auto Accident Injuries

At our practice, we utilize various methods to treat auto accident injuries. Before providing treatment, we will perform a physical exam to learn more about your condition. Along with that, our chiropractors will speak with you about your symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history. We may also take X-rays or MRI and MRI to help us with a diagnosis. Afterward, we will work closely with you to create a treatment plan. Your care plan may include:

Chiropractic Adjustments

An chiropractic adjustment can extremely beneficial after an auto accident. Our chiropractors will use gentle thrusts and pressure to correct any misalignments within your body, which can relieve pain and improve your range of motion. The adjustments can also help you to heal faster and reduce your risk of permanent damage or lingering symptoms.

Therapeutic Exercises 

Our chiropractors may also recommend therapeutic exercises to help you recover. We will show you how to do the exercises and then you will continue them at home. The movements can improve your range of motion and flexibility and reduce your risk of future injuries.

Myofascial Release Therapy

The myofascia is tough connective tissue that surrounds your muscles and bones. It can become tense, which causes pain and a reduce range of motion. We utilize myofascial release therapy to relax these tissues and relieve your pain.

Contact us for an Appointment Today!

If you are experiencing discomfort from an auto accident injury, let our team at Crystal Springs Chiropractic in San Mateo, CA, help. To learn more about our treatments or to schedule your appointment, contact our office at (650) 574-1456 today. When you need a chiropractor near me, we are happy to assist you!