Injuries caused in auto accidents can be traumatic and often leave behind a lasting effect. Injuries like whiplash can cause pain and discomfort for many months after the incident if not treated properly. Treatment for auto injury Baton Rouge residents trust is available at Sonnier Chiropractic.
According to research, nearly a third of all claimants injured in motor vehicle accidents (MVA’s) seek treatment from a chiropractor Baton Rouge. Chiropractors are experts in treatment and care for injuries involving soft tissue areas, which includes the spine.
The most common injuries in these kinds of accident are sprains and strains of the spinal muscles and ligaments, chiropractic treatment is the most suitable choice.
Auto Injury Baton Rouge Treatment
Chiropractic treatment for auto injuries is safe and non invasive, and can involve traditional treatments such as massage and adjustments to more modern chiropractic techniques such as the use of ultrasound, diathermy (heat), and dry needling.
Every patient is evaluated on an individual basis and an appropriate treatment program is designed based on the root cause of the problems the patient is experience.
Many studies have discovered that individuals injured in MVA’s prefer chiropractic care for the treatment of their injuries over any other kind of treatment. One such study evaluated 190 whiplash injury victims and found those who received chiropractic care reported treatment satisfaction of 100%.
The use of chiropractic treatments for auto injury Baton Rouge residents have suffered can help you to manage pain and regain mobility where the injuries have limited you. Strengthening your body and improving your health and wellness are our main aims.
What is whiplash?
Whiplash is an injury that is often sustained in an MVA but can occur in other situations too. The injury occurs when the head suddenly jolts in any direction at speed, for example as the results of a collision. This causes damage to the soft tissues in the neck and/or upper back which manifests as moderate to severe pain and stiffness in those areas and others.
The pain may increases in severity in the days following the incident, and while pain medication can reduce the symptoms, a chiropractor can treat the source and cause of the problem.
The Best Care for Auto Injury Baton Rouge
Working with every patient as an individual, we’ll tailor our treatment to your specific needs. Your treatment program will be as individual as you are, and will help you to manage pain, recover from your injuries, and be confident that your body is improving every day.
We never rush our patients or push them faster than safe treatment allows, but we do work to return you to full health as soon as possible. We want you to be comfortable during the treatment, and our highly skilled and professional team will always put your needs first.
To find out how we can help you recover and rehabilitate from auto injuries please call (225) 766-2952 today and let us know how we can help you.