What are Auto Accident Injuries?
Automobile accidents can cause a wide range of injury types, from minor discomforts to life-threatening injuries. Many people count their blessings if they’re able to walk away from an accident seemingly unharmed, or if they only require short-term treatments for what appear to be minor injuries. Sometimes, however, symptoms can persist, or appear long after the accident is over. Timely intervention can save an accident victim a lot of future pain and health concerns.
Signs and Symptoms of Auto Accident Injuries
It is wise to see a health care specialist after any accident, but some people who think they feel fine after an accident may neglect to get treatment. A rush of adrenaline during an accident may suppress any immediate pain or discomfort, so your body may be deceiving you into thinking you’re unharmed.
Injuries to the upper cervical spine can take hours, days, or even weeks before symptoms begin to manifest. Symptoms some accident victims may experience if there was trauma to this part of the spine, may include headaches, neck pain or stiffness, back pain, vision or hearing problems, numbness in some parts of the body, or vertigo.
How Auto Accident Injuries Affect the Upper Cervical Spine
The upper cervical spine consists of the seven upper vertebrae that go from the base of the skull, down through the neck. These vertebrae help support the entire head and control the movements of the head and neck. If this area of the spine becomes misaligned, it can throw off the entire musculoskeletal system.
The upper cervical spine also protects the spinal cord at the junction where it connects to the brain. This is the pathway the brain uses to send and receive signals to and from the entire body, controlling all of the body’s vital systems. Misalignments of the vertebrae in this area can disrupt the flow of signals, causing misfires that may contribute to a wide range of illnesses and injuries.
Needless to say, this small, vulnerable area plays a vital role in one’s overall health. It doesn’t take a very large jolt to the head or neck to cause a misalignment of the upper cervical spine.
How Our Upper Cervical Treatment Works for Auto Accident Injuries
Upper cervical chiropractic care can help correct any spinal misalignments, relieve pain, and prevent long-term injuries after automobile accidents. Specialized treatment of the upper cervical spine is ideal for treating the underlying cause of many injuries and for rebooting the body’s natural healing processes.
Dr. Noah Kaplan is board certified in the Blair Chiropractic Technique, a technique specializing in the tender area of the upper cervical spine. Dr. Kaplan is a member of the Blair Chiropractic Society and owns the Advanced Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Walnut Creek.
Dr. Kaplan’s office is the only office in the East Bay area using Cone Beam computed tomography (CBCT), an advanced 3D imaging diagnostic tool, to help calculate precise areas of concern. He is then able to apply the appropriate amount of pressure to correct misalignments and alleviate symptoms from automobile injuries.
After an auto accident, contact Dr. Kaplan to discuss possible injuries to your upper cervical spine. Located in Walnut Creek, California, Dr. Kaplan also services Pleasant Hill, Concord, Lafayette, Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore.
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