Whiplash & How to Treat It

If you have ever seen a slow-motion view of a car accident on television, you may have noticed that the dummy's head is thrust forward and then snapped backward very quickly. This movement can result in a condition known as whiplash, which sprains your upper cervical ligaments. One unusual aspect of whiplash is that immediately after the accident, you may not feel its effects due to the rush of adrenaline. Some may not experience the effects of whiplash for days, weeks, or even months after the accident. That's why it's essential to seek treatment with a trusted chiropractor, like Dr. Neil Langschied at Dixie Injury & Rehab, as soon as possible after the accident.

Symptoms of Whiplash

Whiplash has various symptoms, and you may experience one or more of the following:

    • Neck pain and stiffness

    • Dizziness

    • Impaired motion of your neck

    • Neck pain that worsens as you move

    • Headaches

    • Fatigue

    • Shoulder pain

    • Numbness or tingling in your arms

    • Blurred vision

    • Difficulty concentrating

    • Irritability

    • Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)

    • Trouble sleeping

    • Memory loss

    • Depression

How We Treat Whiplash

Unlike some chiropractic care centers, we have a neurologist on staff trained to diagnose neurological issues resulting from the wreck. Our chiropractor and neurologist will meet with you during your first visit. We discuss every detail of the accident, your symptoms, pain level, and your previous health history, as it could be something that is exacerbating the pain. We also inquire about your lifestyle.

Our treatments include spinal adjustments, traction therapy, exercise therapy, stretching, muscle stimulation, and rehabilitation services. We take a two-step approach to your health - we want you to feel better as soon as possible, but we also want to ensure that the pain doesn't return in the future.

Contact Dixie Injury & Rehab in Louisville, KY

Are you looking for a chiropractor near you? If you live in the Louisville or Shively areas and suspect you may have suffered a car accident injury, give us a call at Dixie Injury & Rehab as soon as possible to have our specialists help you stop hurting and recover quickly.