Whiplash Injury and Auto Accidents

Whiplash injuries from auto accidents are extremely common.

In fact, The Association For Safe International Road Travel estimated that about 2.35 million are injured or disabled due to auto collisions in the United States.

Interestingly enough, it has been known that the use of seat belts can save lives. However, it can also increase the chance of injury in a collision.

As a chiropractor in the Upland community, we want to provide useful information if you have been in an auto accident in the San Bernardino County.

What are common symptoms experienced after an Auto Collision?

You may experience things like:

  • Headaches
  • Shoulder pain or tension
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Neck Pain
  • Feeling Fatigue or loss of energy
  • Irritability
One thing to keep in mind is that you may not feel symptoms right away. There is a phenomenon called Delayed Onset soreness. It is common for symptoms to arrive a day or more after the accident. It can even take weeks before feeling issues. It may be beneficial to be assessed by a chiropractor near you as soon as possible, even if you are not experiencing symptoms right away.

Are there any symptoms I should be concerned about?

Often times, in our Upland Chiropractic Clinic, we are looking for more serious symptoms. These can include:

  • Dizziness or vertigo
  • Radiating pain in the arms or hands
  • Radiating pain in the legs
  • Mood changes and Irritability
  • Loss of vision, smell, or hearing
  • Ringing in the ears or tinnitus
  • See Traumatic Brain Injury

As neurological and structurally based chiropractors, we recommend seeking help as soon as possible. If you decide to see a chiropractor in the Upland or San Bernardino area, the first step is:

  • Get a thorough consultation. This will include patient intake questionnaires, a history, and a consultation in order to understand your concerns.
  • Perform a number of tests and evalutions to pin point the problem areas of your health
  • Possible xrays if needed to assess the health and stability of the spine

If you have been in a previous accident, please don’t hesitate to contact our office. Our Upland Chiropractor specializes in auto accidents and collision.