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Treating Whiplash Pain After an Accident

Whiplash or neck sprain is a common complaint after a sport, work, or auto accident injury. Pain can appear days or weeks after an accident. We take for granted how much work our necks do when suddenly we cannot move them without sharp pain. Spine One Chiropractic Center in Egg Harbor, Northfield, Atlantic City, and Cherry Hill looks at treatment for whiplash.

When Should You Seek Help?

It’s recommended to seek medical attention no longer than 72 hours after an accident. Your body may be in shock or have large amounts of adrenaline. These conditions mask the pain for days. However, if you feel pain and stiffness days or even weeks after the accident and it does not go away, seek help from a general doctor or chiropractor.

Foam or Neck Collars Are Not the Best Treatment

A generation ago, the standard treatment for whiplash was to put you in a neck collar for weeks. We now know that neck collars can do more harm than good if they are used for long periods. They can weaken the neck muscles, making it difficult to restore your range of motion. They should only be used for a short time. Talk to your doctor or chiropractor about how many hours per day you should wear one, and for how many days.

Chiropractic Care

A chiropractor approaches your care in a multi-faceted way because you are not just a collection of symptoms. Your spine and neck are gently aligned. Your diet and lifestyle are gone over to see where they can be improved to reduce pain and inflammation. Home exercises may be recommended to help keep your spine aligned and to improve your neck’s flexibility. Your posture will be examined and worked on to help your spine and neck stay aligned between your treatments.

Ultrasound Therapy

This is an exciting new treatment that uses targeted sound waves to improve circulation in the injured areas. This helps to speed healing. It can also be used safely with other therapies.

Contact Our Chiropractors at Spine One Chiropractic Center

There is no need to suffer from whiplash pain. If you live in the Egg Harbor, Northfield, Atlantic City, or Cherry Hill areas, contact Spine One Chiropractic Center to schedule an appointment. Call our team today at (609) 965-5533 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.

Office Hours

Our Regular Schedule

Egg Harbor Office

Monday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

3:00 pm-7:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Wednesday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

3:00 pm-7:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Northfield Office

Monday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

Tuesday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

Thursday:

9:00 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

Friday:

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Atlantic City Office

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-1:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

Closed

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Cherry Hill Office

Monday:

9:30 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:30 pm

Tuesday:

Closed

Wednesday:

9:30 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:30 pm

Thursday:

9:30 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:30 pm

Friday:

9:30 am-1:00 pm

2:00 pm-6:30 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

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