Auto Accident FAQ

Following your car accident, it is imperative that you get treatment for your injuries. Although most people defer to a regular medical doctor for such treatments, it is crucial that you understand all of your options. At Dyker Heights Family Chiropractor, we offer all-natural pain relief options in Brooklyn, NY. Keep reading to learn more. 

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What Are the Most Common Auto Accident Injuries?

The most common type of auto accident injury is whiplash. During a whiplash injury, the head is jarred back and forth. This back-and-forth motion will cause trauma to the soft tissues of the neck. This trauma will cause the soft tissues such as the muscles and ligaments to tighten and spasm. Whiplash can be very painful and cut down on your mobility and productivity. 

Other common injuries can include injuries to the spine and other joints. 

Can a Chiropractor Help?

When you visit a traditional doctor following an auto accident, you will be evaluated for any major injuries, and you may be given medication for pain. Although this offers some short-term relief, this does nothing to get to the root of the problem and help the body heal. 

However, chiropractic care always aims to get to the underlying issues that are causing the pain. Treatments are developed to stimulate healing and increase strength and mobility. In addition to helping with current injuries from your auto accident, a chiropractor can also help you obtain and maintain optimum health in all major body systems. 

What Can I Expect When I Visit?

When you first visit the chiropractor, you can expect to be evaluated for overall health and wellness. After this, diagnostic tests will help determine exactly what is contributing to your pain. Our chiropractor will develop a personalized treatment plan for your unique case. 

Treatments can include:

  • Spinal adjustment- This is a foundational type of chiropractic care. The spine is often knocked out of alignment during a car accident, which can affect the health of the entire body. 
  • Massage therapy- When muscles have been traumatized during an accident, they can become stiff and tightened. Massage therapy can help with this. 
  • Spinal decompression- If the vertebrae of the spine have been damaged during your wreck, spinal decompression could help. 

Experienced Chiropractor in Brooklyn

If you would like to learn more about our services, or if you would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us at Dyker Heights Family Chiropractor, serving Brooklyn, NY, and the surrounding areas. Call (718) 837-0048 today.

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