Pain and disability can linger for a long time after a car accident, often leaving traditional doctors at a loss for what to do. They try various medications and may even recommend surgery, yet you do not feel any better. When it comes to managing chronic pain, a car accident chiropractor in Boca Raton is usually the better solution. Dr. Allan DellaBella of Shadowood Chiropractic Center has years of experience helping car accident victims feel better in a shorter amount of time.
Injuries Are Not Always Obvious After a Car Accident
When you do not see obvious signs of injuries after a car accident, such as cuts and bruises, you may assume that you were lucky enough to walk away unscathed. Unfortunately, many car accident victims fail to account for internal injuries and problems such as whiplash or concussion that may not present until several weeks or even months later.
Dr. DellaBella always recommends scheduling a chiropractic consultation as soon as possible after a car accident because this allows him to detect and treat problem areas right away. Prompt chiropractic treatment is necessary to avoid these issues:
- Chronic pain from a slipped or herniated disc
- Headache or migraines
- Localized weakness and stiffness
- Soft tissue injuries
Chiropractic Care is a Non-Invasive Way to Reduce Inflammation
Because X-rays often miss small tears in the ligaments that cause pain and inflammation, doctors sometimes do not believe patients who express concerns about ongoing pain. Medication and surgery cannot correct the problem, but spinal manipulation can. Spinal manipulation helps to realign the spinal cord to its original position before your car accident. The act of adjusting your spine causes your body to release anti-inflammatory properties that reduce pain and swelling.
Surgery Should Always Be a Last Resort
When medications or injections fail to bring relief, or you waited too long to seek medical care in the first place, it can seem like surgery is your only option for relief. However, surgery is invasive and carries substantial risk. You could find yourself with an infection or worsening symptoms instead of feeling better. Physical therapy is an additional option to consider in conjunction with chiropractic care.
Are you ready to experience the difference of working with a car accident chiropractor in Boca Raton? Please contact our clinic today to schedule your first appointment.