Chiropractic CareTreats Neck Pain After Auto Injury

Why is Neck Pain Such a Common Symptom After Car Crashes? How Can Chiropractic Treatment Help You Heal?

If you are suffering from neck pain after an auto collision, don't worry. Dr. Cyr sees this type of condition very often in our Rutland office. Chiropractic care is an effective way to treat neck pain. Let's look at how neck pain is caused by a crash and how Dr. Cyr can help you.

Even in a car wreck, your head is rapidly thrown back and forth, so it's not surprising that neck pain is the most common symptom from this type of injury. During even a low speed collision, your head is exposed to extremely rapid acceleration. In such accidents, a head that normally weighs about 10 pounds can instantly weigh eight times as much. This force exerts a serious strain on the tissues of the cervical spine. The bones of your neck are held together with strong bands of tissue called ligaments, and these ligaments provide stability for your neck. These ligaments can be sprained during a collision, just as the ligaments in your ankle can be sprained. A sprain means that the ligament is stretched or torn.

When you experience a sprained ligament, the injured area become swollen and painful, and that's what takes place after a car crash. Chiropractic helps by increasing mobility in the injured area, which helps the tissues heal and helps minimize scar tissue.

Dr. Cyr Can Help Patients Find Relief From Neck Pain & Help You Recover Quicker

You don't have to suffer from neck pain. Dr. Cyr is conveniently located in Rutland to help you heal, whether you've been in a car crash or not. Dr. Cyr will first determine what's causing your neck pain and then will work to restore your body to its natural functioning. Give our office a call today at (802) 775-6961 to make an appointment.