5 Benefits of Chiropractic Care After a Motor Vehicle Accident
At NewLife Chiropractic, we understand how stressful and overwhelming it can feel after a motor vehicle accident. Even a minor fender bender can cause a range of injuries, from neck and back pain to headaches and muscle stiffness.
What many might not know is that in Oregon, you're often covered by up to $15,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits. These benefits can be used towards treatments like chiropractic care and massage therapy. With PIP coverage, you have the ability to receive chiropractic adjustments and/or massage treatments as part of your recovery plan, without the added worry of out-of-pocket expenses.
Here are five key benefits of chiropractic care after a motor vehicle accident accident, and how we can help get you back to feeling like yourself again:
1. Pain Relief and Reduced Inflammation
Getting into a car accident may cause your spine or muscles to shift out of alignment, leading to pain, inflammation, and tension. Our team focuses on realigning your spine to reduce any pressure on nerves and muscles. Paired with massage therapy this, can often bring pain relief and reduced inflammation. We can also offer complementary therapies like ice, heat, and ultrasound to further ease your discomfort and support you in the healing process.
2. Accelerated Healing
Chiropractic care can aid the body in healing faster. By improving circulation and oxygen flow to injured tissue, these adjustments promote the body’s natural healing process. With better blood flow and joint function, recovery time is often accelerated so you can get back to your daily activities more quickly.
3. Prevention of Long-Term Pain
If left untreated, injuries like whiplash or soft tissue damage can lead to chronic pain or long-term conditions, such as sciatica or herniated discs. We address these issues early on with personalized treatment plans to prevent ongoing pain. Chiropractic care can help ensure that your body heals properly, so you can avoid future problems and maintain long-term health.
4. Improved Range of Motion and Flexibility
After experiencing a car accident, you might experience stiffness or limited mobility, making everyday tasks like sitting, walking, and even sleeping, more difficult and possibly even painful. Our chiropractors will work to restore the movement in your spine and joints, helping you regain flexibility and function. This is essential not just for your recovery but for getting back to a pain-free, active lifestyle.
5. Non-Invasive, Drug-Free Treatment
In our opinion, one of the most powerful aspects of chiropractic care is that it’s a natural, drug-free approach that works with your body towards healing. At NewLife Chiropractic, we focus on realigning your spine and optimizing your body’s natural function, to help you recover without relying on pain medications that often come with side effects or potentially needing surgery. We believe in your body's innate ability to heal itself with the help of chiropractic care and massage therapy which are both safe, non-invasive treatments bringing your body back into balance.
We’re passionate about and committed to helping you get back on the road to recovery.
If you’re ready to start your recovery journey, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’ll help you understand your PIP benefits, create a personalized treatment plan, and work with you to get you back to feeling your best.
Disclaimer: Information posted on NewLife Chiropractics Blog account is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be medical or legal advice, nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other health care provider.
