Getting Relief from the Pain of Whiplash

The pain of whiplash can be excruciating. Your neck becomes stiff and hard to turn. Pain radiates through your shoulders and down your arms. Relief will only come once the damage to your spinal alignment, nerves, and muscles has been addressed. Our friendly and experienced staff at Optimal Health Chiropractic and Massage here in Edmonds, WA, is ready to correct the damage caused by whiplash and relieve your pain.

What Causes Whiplash?

Whiplash is caused by the sudden and forceful movement of your neck in one direction and then back in the other direction. Even though whiplash is a common auto accident injury, it can also be the result of a fall or the impact of being hit by another person or object. The sudden forceful movement of your neck causes tendons and muscles to be overextended and can affect the spinal alignment of your neck. These issues need to be addressed in order to relief you of your pain and allow the damage caused to properly heal.

What Are Some Symptoms of Whiplash?

• Stiffness in your neck.
• Your neck becomes increasingly harder to move.
• Loss of range in motion of your neck.
• Neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, and arm numbness.
• Problems with headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, and concentration.

How Your Chiropractor Will Treat Your Whiplash

Misaligned vertebrae and herniated discs in your neck will be nudged back into place via spinal adjustments. Massage therapy and electrical muscle stimulation will help muscles to relax, thus taking pressure off of nerves. Targeted exercises will strengthen your muscles and connective tissues. This comprehensive approach will relieve you of your pain, enhance your natural healing process, and speed up your recovery.

Where Can I Get Quality Treatment for my Whiplash?

You can receive excellent treatment and care for your whiplash from our caring and well-trained staff at the Optimal Health Chiropractic and Massage Clinic in Edmonds, WA. Call our clinic today to set up an appointment and let us bring you relief from your whiplash pain.