Experience Relief from Whiplash at Woods Chiropractic

Whiplash is commonly experienced from auto accident injuries, work injuries, or sports injuries and can lead to various unpleasant symptoms. It occurs when the head is thrown back and forth with great force. Whiplash may result in mild neck pain. Some individuals can experience more severe consequences.

Whiplash can lead to weakness in some body regions and tingling or numbness in the arms, hands, fingers, or other extremities. It can also cause dizziness and headaches. At Woods Chiropractic, Norman, OK, our chiropractor, Dr. Woods, employs various therapeutic methods to reduce whiplash-related neck discomfort.

What Is Whiplash?

Whiplash is a type of soft tissue injury that can occur after a sharp head movement. It can happen in almost any situation where the head is thrown backward, forwards, or sideways, including car accidents, sports injuries, or falls. Muscles and other tissues around the neck overstretch and tear when the head is pulled backward, forwards, or side to side. As a result, the muscles, tendons, and nerves are connected to the spine.

Common Whiplash Symptoms

Speak to our chiropractor about a proper diagnosis today. The symptoms of whiplash are similar to a sports injury which include:

• Muscle spasms
• Joint pain
• Headaches
• Neck pain/stiffness
• Dizziness
• Fatigue

Chiropractic Treatment of Chronic Whiplash Injuries

Chiropractic care is an effective way to manage the unpleasant symptoms of whiplash and speed up your recovery. While a medical doctor may temporarily ease some whiplash pain, they may not have the knowledge to treat soft tissue injuries. It’s therefore essential to seek the services of a qualified chiropractor to diagnose the problem and treat it at the source. In addition, a chiropractor can help manage pain and muscular spasms and address any misalignment of the spine. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, you may require regular adjustments and joint manipulation to reduce pain. You should watch your diet and hydration and acquire ample rest during recovery.

Contact Woods Chiropractic for Long-term Relief

Whiplash can be difficult to manage, but Dr. Woods, our chiropractor, can speed up the recovery process. Chiropractic care will manage pain, reduce misalignment in the spine, and encourage recovery. If you are experiencing whiplash-related neck pain, contact Woods Chiropractic at (405) 360-8000 and schedule an appointment for lasting pain relief.