Auto Injuries

What are auto injuries?

The term “auto injuries” refers to any type of trauma caused by a motor vehicle accident. These injuries range in severity from mild to life-threatening and can negatively affect your mobility and quality of life.

If you’ve felt sore or stiff since being rear-ended or involved in a head-on collision, visit the team at Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center right away. Non-invasive treatment techniques like massage, chiropractic manipulation, and therapeutic exercises can help trigger your body’s natural healing process.

What are some common auto injuries?

At Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center, the team treats a wide variety of auto injuries, including:

• Whiplash
• Headaches
• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Knee pain
• Numbness and tingling
• Herniated discs
• Fractures

The team also provides comprehensive care for pain that affects your extremities, including your hands and feet.

How are auto injuries diagnosed?

The team at Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center diagnoses auto injuries by conducting a thorough physical exam, reviewing your medical history, and asking about your symptoms and the events leading up to your accident. They then take a series of X-rays on-site to get a closer view of your bones and joints.

After conducting a thorough diagnostic evaluation, the team develops a custom care plan that limits pain, improves mobility, and restores your natural range of motion.

How are auto injuries treated?

Treatment for auto injuries depends on the intensity of your symptoms and their effects on your quality of life. Following an exam and diagnostic evaluation, the team might recommend:

Chiropractic manipulation

Chiropractic manipulation involves your Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center provider applying controlled force to your bones, joints, and vertebrae. These movements help realign your spine while increasing blood flow and encouraging your body’s healing mechanisms. To achieve the best possible results, you attend a series of appointments spaced about a week apart.

Massage

If your muscles are sore or stiff due to whiplash or another auto-related injury, consider massage. Massage therapy is a safe and effective way to ease pain, reduce swelling, and speed up your body’s recovery process.

Therapeutic exercises

If your auto accident resulted in damaged muscles or joints, the team might recommend therapeutic exercises. These specialized movements help restore your overall function and mobility. In addition, they can improve circulation and ease inflammation.

To learn more about treatment for auto injuries, schedule an appointment at Lynnwood Chiropractic & Injury Center. Book a consultation online, or call the office to speak with a friendly staff member today.