Are you suffering from a Whiplash injury? Whiplash is a type of injury that is often sustained during a car accident or a sudden movement of the head whipping back and forth. This trauma can cause damage to the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the neck. Whiplash can also lead to problems with the discs between the vertebrae, as well as a concussion or other brain injury.
Chiropractic care can be an effective treatment for whiplash injuries and can help you to return to your normal activities as soon as possible. We specialize in dealing with whiplash and making corrective adjustments to get your neck feeling great again.
Get to the bottom of what’s causing your whiplash pain so we can build a plan to get you feeling great again.
We’ll help build you a plan of action to get your pain under control and getting you and your body feeling 100%.
If needed, we’ll establish preventative measures to keep your problem from coming back so you can stay healthy.
Traumatic events where the neck is whipped from back to front, like in an auto accident or playing physical sports, can cause a lot of pain in the neck. These events rattle the spine and can throw vertebrae out of alignment as well as damage surrounding muscles and tissue.
Many people experience major pain relief from their whiplash with chiropractic care. Using our gentle adjusting techniques, we can help you escape the pain and get back to feeling great again. Book an appointment now to schedule a time with our team and say goodbye to your neck pain for good.
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Chiropractors are experts in treating whiplash injuries and can help to relieve pain and restore mobility to the neck. Chiropractic care typically involves spinal manipulation and other manual therapies to help relieve pain and tension in the neck.
Massage therapy, ice/heat therapy, and acupuncture may also be used to help reduce inflammation and promote healing. In some cases, chiropractors may also recommend exercises or stretch to help improve range of motion and strength.
Our chiropractic team in Salem is very experienced in helping patients deal with Whiplash injuries and getting on the path to recovery.
Whiplash is a common injury that can occur from a car accident, sports injury, or other sudden movements. This happens when the head is quickly twisted or bent backward and creates a strain on the neck. When this happens, your spine can be stretched or compressed and can result in damage to your ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
These events can also cause small (or large) misalignments in your spine, which is referred to as a subluxation. Subluxations can put pressure on your nerves and cause pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, and muscle spasms.
At our family chiropractic office in Salem, we offer comprehensive care following car accidents or other traumas to relieve symptoms from Whiplash injuries.
Whiplash can be caused by any event that puts an unordinary strain on the neck.
The risk of whiplash increases with age. People who do physically demanding work such as athletes, construction workers, mechanics, military personnel, etc., are all at a greater risk of getting this type of injury. Being involved in an accident that involves car crashes or other high-speed collisions is also a major risk factor
It is estimated that 1/3 of all car accidents involve whiplash injuries. According to some studies, as many as 90% of all individuals involved in car accidents have some type of neck pain after an accident. Certain factors can increase the risk for whiplash.
As a result of whiplash, many people experience headaches and migraines that can be difficult to treat. Whiplash also causes problems with your range of motion in the neck and shoulder area causing stiffness and discomfort.
Other whiplash symptoms include:
If you’re experiencing neck pain or stiffness, it’s probably time to see a Chiropractor. Our team in Salem is here to help you recover from your Whiplash injury and get your spine and neck feeling great again. You don’t have to live in pain!
Book an appointment to get started on your path to recovery.
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First visit. Very impressed with the professional attitude from the entire staff. Dr. Nick made me feel very comfortable and I received great service from the rest of his team. Thank you!
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Dr. Shelton saved me when doctors couldn’t! I woke up one morning in excruciating pain and could not move my head. Doctors kept giving me muscle relaxers and hoping it would go away but nothing helped. I went in to see Dr. Shelton and within the first few adjustments I could move my head again. Without him I would still be bed ridden! The work he does is life changing. He is patient, explains everything and cares about each person who comes into his office. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs relief from chronic pain!
Dr. Sheldon took care of a problem that had been bothering me with horrible neck pain and a non stop headache for almost two weeks. He knew exactly what to do and I totally appreciate his work. Very informative as well so I felt very comfortable and confident that he was on top of my physical issues. I highly recommend him to anyone that has frame issues.
Shelton Chiropractic in Salem is awesome! They really listen to my concerns and personalize my care to what I need. I always feel welcome and cared for every time I’m there, and I leave feeling like a million bucks. I would definitely recommend Shelton Chiropractic to anyone looking for great chiropractic care!
First time visiting Shelton Chiropractic. Dr Shelton was very professional and friendly and listened to everything I had to say. The adjustments he made were very helpful.
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