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Motor Vehicle Accidents - Early Treatment
is Key to complete recovery
Written by David Tallman, DC, NMD |
Have you ever been involved in an auto
accident? Many auto accidents cause an acceleration/deceleration
injury [whiplash] that can lead to chronic neck problems. Even
low-impact crashes can injure ligaments and tendons that attach from bone to
bone in the spine and base of the skull. These injuries lead to
myospasms, chronic discomfort and eventually bone spurs in the spine.
It is important to have a thorough orthopedic exam if you have ever been
involved in an auto accident and have recurring neck symptoms. Most
patients have significant relief after utilizing a comprehensive
naturopathic orthopedic program.
Headaches, neck pain, trigger points and decreased range of motion commonly
occur months to years following an auto accident. Trauma to the
ligaments results in straightening of the spine which can be seen on x-ray.
X-rays may also show bone spurs and loss of disc height. Symptoms and
radiographic findings usually progress over the years.
"Conventional" medical treatments fail to treat the cause of neck
dysfunction and tension headaches. Many are not aware of the serious
dangers of cortisone-type injections that cause osteoporosis and weakening
of structural tissue and medications that cause heart attacks, strokes and
ulcers. A thorough orthopedic examination of the muscles, tendons,
ligaments and curvature of the spine can usually pinpoint the cause of
chronic neck symptoms. After naturopathic medical treatments have
strengthened the injured areas, a personalized rehabilitation program should
be implemented to restore the natural curve of the spine and prevent further
degeneration and wrosening of symptoms.
You can schedule a 15-minute consultation to discuss how your chronic
injuries can be resolved. |
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