vendredi 15 août 2014

Trusted Henderson Chiropractic Office Helps Alleviate Whiplash Pain

By Jay Dy


Whiplash injuries are often caused by automobile accidents. Rear-end crashes are typically to blame. There are seven cervical vertebrae which support the weight of the head. When the head is jerked, it may cause them to move out of place. If this happens to any residents of Henderson NV personal injury such as whiplash pain can be alleviated by chiropractic care.

Each client is likely to receive similar, but, not identical care. Every person responds differently to the collision. Some may have a delayed reaction. Others may feel the pain immediately.

When you have your first appointment, the chiropractor will start a complete assessment. Questions about the accident, the severity of the hurt you feel and the resulting disability will be asked. You will be asked to show how much movement of the head is possible.

The hands-on physical examination will include a range-of-motion test and and x-ray is usually needed. The evaluation will indicate the appropriate care plan. Each care plan is designed to meet the specific needs of each individual.

A series of gentle spinal adjustments can relieve pain by urging the subluxated, or misaligned vertebrae back into correct alignment. Since they are misaligned, they may be pressing against a nerve that is next to the spinal column. This causes significant hurting.

Typically, the primary care for whiplash injuries is spinal adjustment. Possibly, there will be adjunctive care including specifically designed gentle exercises. In some cases muscle relaxation or stimulation is also added to the care plan.

Appointments will be arranged for your continuing care. The gentle adjustments will gradually move the misaligned vertebrae back into alignment. This will relieve pressure against the nerves, thereby alleviating the pain.

The corollary care for muscular dysfunction and tightness are to gently stretch the affected muscles. A finger pressure technique is applied to specific trigger points to alleviate pain. You will receive the additional benefit of professional advice on possible lifestyle changes to make either temporarily or long term.




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