Common Auto Accident Injuries in Harrisburg

If you've been in an auto accident in Harrisburg, it's important to see a chiropractor as soon as possible. Even if you don't believe you're having any pain or other symptoms, it's still extremely helpful to be evaluated and examined by a doctor of chiropractic once you've been medically cleared. This is because adrenaline, cortisol, and other hormones rise in your body during trauma, and can actually mask symptoms of an injury for days or even weeks until these hormone levels return to normal. Seeking chiropractic care is the best way to promote tissue healing, reduce pain, restore normal function, and prevent chronic problems from developing down the road--no pun intended.

Most Common Auto Accident Injuries

Injuries from auto accidents will vary by type and severity, and are dependent on many factors. The most common auto accident injuries that our Harrisburg chiropractor diagnoses and treats include: 

• Whiplash. This neck injury occurs when a person's head forcefully moves forward and backward, leading to damage in the cervical spine. Symptoms include neck pain and stiffness, headaches, and even ringing in the ears
• Back pain. Any part of the spine is at risk for damage following an auto accident, due to stress on ligaments, tendons, muscles, nerves, and other structures. 
• Muscle strain or spasm. This can include muscles of the hip or shoulder girdle (especially due to strain from a seat belt). 

Chiropractic Care for Auto Accident Injuries

Our Harrisburg chiropractor works carefully with each person who has experienced an auto accident to diagnose the specific injury, identify other contributing factors, and implement an individualized treatment plan. Chiropractic care for auto accident injuries include:

• Spinal decompression
• Corrective exercise
• Spinal adjustments

Are You Looking for Auto Accident Care In Harrisburg? Visit Skocik Chiropractic Today

Don't let a small injury become a chronic problem--and if you're dealing with a significant injury, then don't suffer any more than necessary. If you live locally to the Harrisburg, Hershey, Progress, Colonial Park, Lower Paxton, and Grantville PA areas and have been in a car accident, contact Skocik Chiropractic today to schedule an initial consultation. (717) 540-8448