Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Reliable Henderson Chiropractic Office Helps Alleviate Whiplash Pain

By Jay Dy


Most whiplash injuries are caused by an automobile accident. The head is jerked forward rapidly and then back causing a misplacement of the vertebrae in the neck. The head is supported by them. There may be excruciating pain whenever the accident victim tries to turn her or his head. When the pain is disabling for residents of Henderson NV personal injury is alleviated in the office of a prominent chiropractor.

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.

The first step to providing care is the evaluation done by the chiropractor. Questions are asked about how the accident occurred, how soon the pain began and how disabling it is. The accident victim will demonstrate what head movement is still 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.

Spinal adjustments may serve to relieve the pain by moving the subluxated vertebrae back into the correct position. When they are not in position, they may press against one of the nerves located at the spine. That may cause excruciating pain.

These spinal adjustments are the primary care usually administered to whiplash injured clients. Adjunctive care may be added to the plan. This includes muscle relaxation and stimulation and specifically designed stretching exercises.

Office appointments can be arranged to receive the adjustments. They are gently performed and will move the misaligned vertebrae back into the correct position. Thus, the pressure against one or more spinal nerves will be relieved. Pain will subside.

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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