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Chiropractic Treatment After An Accident: Effective Rehabilitation for Injury Recovery

At Accident and Injury Rehab Center, we understand how traumatic accidents can impact your life, leaving you with pain and discomfort that affect your everyday activities. Whether you’ve been in a car accident, experienced a slip and fall, or suffered a work injury, chiropractic care is a proven approach to help you recover quickly and effectively. Chiropractic treatment focuses on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, offering a holistic path to healing that promotes long-term wellness.

What is Chiropractic Treatment?

A Comprehensive Approach to Recovery After an Accident

Chiropractic treatment involves hands-on, manual therapy to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries, primarily through spinal manipulation and adjustments. Following an accident, the body often experiences misalignments in the spine, which can lead to pain and dysfunction in other areas. Chiropractors use controlled force on specific spinal joints to realign the body, reduce pain, and restore proper movement.

At Accident and Injury Rehab Center, our seasoned chiropractors work with you to customize a treatment plan that addresses your specific injury, relieving pain and discomfort while enhancing your overall function.

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How Chiropractic Care Helps with Injury Recovery

Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments

Pain Relief

Chiropractic care is widely known for its ability to alleviate pain, especially in the back, neck, and joints. Whether you're suffering from chronic pain or recent discomfort after an accident, spinal adjustments can significantly reduce pain.

Improved Circulation

Chiropractic adjustments enhance blood flow, ensuring injured tissues receive the nutrients needed for quicker recovery.

Restoring Function

Misalignments in the spine or joints often limit range of motion. Chiropractic treatment restores proper alignment, improving flexibility and movement.

Holistic Rehabilitation

Our chiropractors combine spinal adjustments with therapeutic exercises and lifestyle advice, providing a comprehensive rehabilitation plan that continues beyond the office.

When to Consider Chiropractic Care After an Accident

Signs You May Need Chiropractic Treatment

After an accident, it’s essential to be aware of signs that indicate you may need chiropractic care. Symptoms like:

  • Persistent pain in the neck, back, or joints
  • Headaches or migraines
  • Stiffness or soreness in muscles
  • Reduced range of motion
  • Difficulty performing daily tasks

If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, don’t wait. Seeking chiropractic treatment early can prevent minor issues from becoming long-term pain or more severe injuries.

Optimal Timing for Chiropractic Adjustments

The sooner you visit a chiropractor, the better. Early intervention can speed up recovery and prevent injuries from escalating into chronic conditions. We recommend scheduling an appointment as soon as you notice any discomfort after an accident. Our team will evaluate your condition thoroughly and design a personalized treatment plan that suits your needs.

Our Team

With over 5 decades of collective experience, our staff brings a wealth of wisdom and insight to your injury treatment and medical documentation that supports your legal claim. Our experience and caring approach allows us to provide thorough treatment to address your injuries and get you on the road to recovery.

Dr. Kelly Von-Schilling Worth, DC-DACAN

Double Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist and Chiropractic Internist

Dr. Eric Brueckner, PT, DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Elderize Von-Schilling Worth, CT, CRT

Chiropractic and Radiological Technician

Sejoon "Jay" Nakama CPT, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

What to Expect During Your Chiropractic Visit

Comprehensive Assessment

From this information, a treatment plan will be created that may include chiropractic adjustments, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle guidance to support your rehabilitation. When you visit us for the first time, your chiropractor will conduct a thorough evaluation, which includes:

  • Health History: We’ll discuss your accident, previous injuries, and symptoms to understand the full scope of your condition.
  • Physical Exam: Your chiropractor will assess the areas of pain or dysfunction, including range of motion tests and palpation.
  • Imaging: In some cases, x-rays or other imaging may be required to assess any underlying injuries.

How Chiropractic Adjustments Work

Spinal Manipulation Techniques

Chiropractic spinal manipulation involves applying controlled force to the spine to restore proper alignment. By adjusting the spine, chiropractors reduce nerve pressure, alleviate inflammation, and improve function. These adjustments can also positively affect the nervous system, which controls pain and movement throughout the body.

Common Techniques for Pain Relief

  1. Diversified Technique: This widely used technique involves quick, controlled movements to realign the spine.
  2. Activator Method: A gentle, low-force adjustment using a handheld instrument for sensitive patients or specific areas.
  3. Flexion-Distraction: A gentle technique designed to relieve pressure from the discs in the spine.

Every patient is different, and your chiropractor will select the method best suited to your condition and recovery goals.

Types of Injuries That Benefit from Chiropractic Care

Common Injuries Treated by Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is highly effective for various injuries sustained in accidents, including:

  • Whiplash: Commonly caused by rear-end collisions, whiplash leads to neck pain, stiffness, and headaches. Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate these symptoms.
  • Sprains and Strains: Injuries to muscles and ligaments can result in significant pain and immobility. Chiropractic care reduces muscle tension and restores joint movement.
  • Lower Back Pain: Lower back pain after an accident is common. Chiropractic care targets the spine and surrounding muscles to reduce discomfort and restore normal function.

Managing Neck and Lower Back Pain

Neck and back pain are two of the most common complaints following an accident. Chiropractic care focuses on realigning the spine and reducing muscle tension, offering lasting relief from these types of pain.

The Science Behind Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic care targets the musculoskeletal system—the spine, joints, and muscles—by addressing misalignments and restoring proper function. By reducing nerve interference caused by spinal misalignments, chiropractic adjustments promote better communication between the nervous system and the rest of the body, accelerating recovery and enhancing overall wellness.

Finding the Right Chiropractor for Your Recovery

Why Choose Accident and Injury Rehab Center?

At Accident and Injury Rehab Center, we are dedicated to helping you recover from your injuries and return to your normal life. Our chiropractor is fully licensed and trained, with extensive experience in treating post-accident injuries. We take a patient-centered approach, ensuring that your unique needs and goals are addressed throughout your rehabilitation process.

What You Can Expect

  • Experienced and compassionate chiropractors
  • Personalized treatment plans
  • Cutting-edge techniques and evidence-based practices
  • A holistic approach to recovery that combines chiropractic care, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle advice

The Role of Chiropractic Care in Long-Term Wellness

Chiropractic care isn’t just about recovering from injury; it’s about improving your quality of life and maintaining long-term health. With regular chiropractic visits, you can reduce the likelihood of future injuries, improve posture, and enhance overall function. At Accident and Injury Rehab Center, we’re here to support you every step of the way to ensure lasting health and well-being.

Ready to start your recovery journey? Contact us today to schedule your consultation and begin your path to a pain-free, healthy future.

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Accident & Injury Rehab Center Will Help You Recover

Your recovery journey starts here at Accident & Injury Rehab Center of Milwaukee. Our dedicated care team has a proven track record of helping over 10,000 patients heal from injuries. We provide compassionate care to aid patients’ recovery. Our personalized approach ensures that each patient receives tailored treatment and proper documentation, helping secure the benefits they need and a seamless transition back to their lives.

Advanced medical treatment

In addition to our compassionate care and outpatient treatment, we work with a network of medical professionals to offer additional care such as Pain Management services, Orthopedic Evaluations and treatment, Neurodiagnostic testing, and Surgery if needed. These services allow us to provide more options for a wide range of injuries and fully develop an Impairment Rating to build solid documentation for your injury claim.

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