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Thursday, January 19, 2017

Methods A SE Portland Chiropractor Uses To Relieve Minor Accident Injuries

By Emilia Kibbe


Following a car accident, many people experience some degree of pain. However, the rush of adrenaline that occurs on impact can temporarily mask the severity of pain. It's common to visit a hospital emergency room after an auto accident, but patients who are not experiencing intense pain are usually instructed to monitor themselves at home. They may be uncertain about how to proceed.

When you go to your initial chiropractic appointment, the practitioner will probably offer some simple methods to help relieve the pain. He or she could also talk to you about any accident related symptoms to look for.

Whiplash is a back and neck injury most often caused by a rear-end car crash. Symptoms of whiplash, caused by a forced back-and-forth movement of the neck, include neck pain, stiffness, and headaches. While some people recover from whiplash within a few months, using pain medications, others are left with chronic pain and other problems.

If you are still experiencing discomfort after several weeks, a thorough chiropractic examination may be called for. From this your practitioner can tailor a course of action for you to follow.

The SE Portland chiropractor usually administers chiropractic manipulations, or adjustments, consisting of short manual thrusts (or sometimes slow, mobilizing movements) to move affected joints in the neck and back in the direction in which they're restricted.

Stretching is a great way to loosen muscles and work painful joints. You can do it almost anywhere and anytime.

Exercise is frequently incorporated into a patient's rehabilitation plan. McKenzie exercises are simple movements that diminish disc derangement related to whiplash injuries. Sensorimotor and stabilization exercises may also be included. Initially, exercises are done in the practitioner's office, but patients can make them part of their routine at home to strengthen the body and reduce stress.

There are a number of minor accident related injuries that can be successfully alleviated by a good chiropractic professional. Getting help early on could prevent bigger problems months later.




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