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Should I see a chiropractor after a car accident/

Should I see a chiropractor after a car accident? 

Whether it is considered minor or major, every year many people are injured in car accidents. Most people think that they do not need to seek medical attention if they are not experiencing immediate pain. A rear-end accident or “fender bender” with little or no damage to your vehicle may cause neck and back pain in the next two to three weeks. The state law requires you to be seen and evaluated within 14 days of your car accident or you will lose all of your medical coverage for that accident. That is why it is crucial to seek medical attention and not wait until symptoms appear. Without proper medical treatment you may develop life-long issues from your injuries even if your vehicle has no damage.

Unless you have life threatening injuries from your auto accident it is not necessary to go to the ER. Treatment from the ER can be very costly and will use up all of your medical benefits. Dr. Ressler will coordinate your care providing physical therapy, order MRI studies to diagnose your injuries and refer you to orthopedic doctors should your injuries be severe. Dr. Ressler, Oviedo chiropractor, has helped hundreds of patients recover from their car accident injuries.

Chiropractic care is one of the best treatments for auto accident injuries. Chiropractic care returns the joints that were injured and misaligned from the accident and return them gently back into proper position over time. Dr. Ressler, Oviedo chiropractor uses a special tool called an “Activator” to gently manipulate the vertebrae in your spine. The Activator is a spring-loaded device that sends a gentle force to move the joint back in place. It is pain free and involves no twisting of the neck or low back. Dr. Ressler, Oviedo chiropractor will give you a comprehensive exam and work with you to target the source of your pain. Chiropractic adjustments will help you heal faster and prevent any future injuries from occurring.

Chiropractic care is also beneficial because it does not involve any addicting pain medication and can prevent surgery. Chiropractic adjustments are shown to help with pain and inflammation naturally. Dr. Ressler, chiropractor in Oviedo, uses the activator method to assist your body to release pain-reducing hormones. There are certain hormones found in your blood plasma that are associated with pain relief. They are called, Neurotensin, Cortisol, Orexin and IL-6. Neurotensin is produced from the initial shock and stress from the accident. This causes your brain to regulate your mood by releasing serotonin also referred to as “the happy hormone.” Cortisol is like the body’s natural pain killer. It acts to decrease swelling and inflammation. Studies show that it can also promote wound healing. Orexin-A is a neuropeptide that also works as the body’s natural defense against pain. IL-6 is a bio-active protein that helps combat acute injuries because it is anti-inflammatory.

Nervous about being treated after your car accident?

Activator technique is a gentle way to slowly return the joints from the accident back into proper position and alignment. The quicker treatment is received, the better results and prevention of long-term damage.


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