Specialists in Whiplash Treatment

Hanson Chiropractic

Specialists in Whiplash Treatment

 With all the snow and slush out on the roads there has been a significant amount of auto accidents during the last week. If you or someone you know has been in an accident, even a small “fender-bender” it is important that you have a proper evaluation to ensure that the accident does not cause long term pain and suffering. The doctors at Hanson Chiropractic are specialist in evaluating and treating whiplash victims.

Hanson Chiropractic in Everett has been helping patients with whiplash and related spine and soft tissue injuries for over 17 years.

The term Whiplash is used to describe the sudden jerking backwards and forward of the skull that occurs from a rear-end auto accident or other motor vehicle collision (MVA). Whiplash has the potential to create significant chronic pain in the neck area or cervical spine.

The symptoms that occur from whiplash trauma vary greatly from patient to patient.   Even low impact collisions can result in injury. Some of the more common whiplash injury symptoms include neck pain, back pain, headaches, shoulder and arm pain, numbness, tingling or weakness, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, irritability, dizziness, loss of memory and jaw pain.

Injuries sustained from whiplash trauma are a primary cause of chronic headaches, as well as back, neck and shoulder pain. In fact, according to statistics, 40-50% of all people with chronic neck pain trace the problem back to a previous whiplash injury. The problem with whiplash is that it affects the ligamentous attachments that connect the bones to one another which creates hypermobility (too much movement or laxity). It often results in compression of the nerves causing pain and resultant premature degeneration.  

It is common that sometimes right after a car accident, a whiplash victim feels no symptoms at all. Adrenaline is flowing and we are worried more about our car, or the other occupants, or missing work.   What makes matters confusing is that whiplash symptoms are often mild to start with, but then they can get worse over several days, weeks or even months. You can be significantly injured and feel little to no pain right after the accident.

When it comes to whiplash injuries, time is of the essence. Permanent damage can occur and scar tissue can develop very quickly without proper treatment in as little as 48 hours.

The treatment of these injuries ranges from rest to no care to non-invasive care such as chiropractic, acupuncture or physical therapy to invasive care, starting with drugs and leading to surgery. Every one of these treatment modalities is indicated based upon the individual diagnosis of the condition and requires the care from a doctor who is experienced and credentialed in trauma related care.

When analyzing and comparing non-invasive modalities for care, interventions involving chiropractic were more effective than usual care. Conservative chiropractic care led to a quicker return to work and increased satisfaction with recovery.

With whiplash and resultant damage to ligaments, one the solutions is quick intervention where the joints are mobilized and  put back in their normal position with a chiropractic adjustment before adhesions (internal scar tissue) can create a chronic (long term) problem. By getting the area adjusted after a conclusive diagnosis is one of the best approaches to treat whiplash disorders.

Many studies conclude that a drug-free approach of chiropractic care is one of the best solutions for whiplash injuries.  

At Hanson Chiropractic, we are experts in treating whiplash injuries. We will help you every step of the way. We have onsite massage therapists as well as doctors that spend all day helping patients with spinal and soft tissue injuries. We have a state of the art digital x-ray facility and also use advanced treatment methods and cutting edge technology such as Class IV K-Laser therapy, Power Plate Neuromuscular Rehabilitation and Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression that can accelerate soft tissue healing and help reduce your pain quicker.

If you know someone who has been involved in accident, please forward this newsletter to them so they may receive a proper evaluation following their accident.

We can fill-out any reports your auto insurance may need to process your claim, and we can help you find a personal injury attorney if you need one.

We are conveniently located off I-5 just north of the 128th Street exit in south Everett. We are open Monday to Friday 10-6:30 pm and also Saturday mornings. We look forward to helping you through your recovery. Call us at 425-355-3739 to schedule your appointment.

Watching Your Back,

Dr. Hanson

Dr. Woodbury

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