Whiplash, Winter Weather, and Chiropractic Care by a South Minneapolis Chiropractor

Snow covered and icy roads during the Minnesota winters will always cause problems for drivers; with most winter accidents occurring not because of the roads themselves, but because of the carelessness of other drivers. It is no surprise that driving conditions are much worse during this time than any other time of the year. With an increase of auto accidents occurring, the number of soft-tissue or, whiplash cases increase as well.

Whiplash is a neck injury that commonly develops during rear-end auto collisions, when your head violently moves backward and then forward. These extreme motions push your neck muscles and ligaments past their normal range of motion. Whiplash injuries range from mild to severe. Common symptoms of whiplash include neck pain and stiffness, headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, and fatigue. If whiplash injuries are left untreated, often time’s people can develop chronic pain. It is important to get checked right away even if you do not have symptoms initially.

Minnesota weather brings icy roads and poor visibility, making it more likely for rear impact collisions and whiplash. Most people believe that they have to be moving quickly for whiplash to occur, but even speeds as low as 5 miles per hour can cause whiplash.

If you or a loved one has developed whiplash after a car accident, chiropractic treatment can help. In Minnesota you have 12 months to file a claim under your No-Fault auto insurance however the longer you wait the more difficult it becomes to prove the injuries were sustained in the accident so don’t wait to get checked. A Chiropractor can often pin-point the root cause of your whiplash symptoms, and develop a treatment plan to get back your overall health.

Researchers conducted a study on the effectiveness of chiropractic care in 28 patients suffering from whiplash with symptoms ranging from mild to severe. By the end of their chiropractic treatment plans (3-44 months), 93 percent of whiplash patients had improved symptoms and increased range of motion.

Chiropractic care is a hands-on approach combining skills and expertise and uses natural therapies for overall health across the entire wellness spectrum. Not only does chiropractic care help patients with their pain and stiffness, it can also help emotionally, nutritionally and reduce stress.

Don't suffer from whiplash injuries caused by winter weather. Call our office today! We treat patients in the South Minneapolis and Metro area.