Low back pain is a common ailment of many Americans, but this complaint can be exacerbated – or even caused entirely – by a car accident. And that pain can linger long after your vehicle has been fixed and your insurance company has settled the issue. Ongoing back pain caused by a car accident isn’t just a constant reminder of the trauma you endured, but can be a painful and even debilitating condition that keeps you from working, playing and generally enjoying life. At Meadows Chiropractic, we specializing in assisting car accident victims with the low back pain relief they need.
As you’ve likely noticed as you sit in a chair, practice yoga or even stand for long periods of time, your lower back is primarily responsible for stabilizing your spinal column and, in turn, your entire body. While whiplash is generally associated with the head and neck, the sudden, jolting movement of whiplash can also cause severe low back pain due to tension in the muscles in the upper back and down the spine. Additionally, car accidents can cause acute back pain due to direct trauma to the musculoskeletal system. While acute back pain is likely to improve over time with proper rest, car accidents can also cause or exacerbate chronic low back pain, a condition that will not improve without proper treatment.
Treating Low Back Pain after an Accident
If you’ve been in a car accident, it’s important that you call Meadows Chiropractic immediately. Low back pain can be an indicator of spinal injury, including herniated or bulging discs, stretched or torn ligaments or a multitude of other issues. Chiropractic treatments, including spinal adjustments, can help restore your body’s natural spinal alignment, which will alleviate pain and help you return to your normal life. While other medical practitioners may seek to treat your pain with drugs, at Meadow Chiropractic, we believe in treatment that alleviates pain naturally, rather than “masking” your symptoms with painkillers.
Your car accident may be in the past, but low back pain can make it difficult to forget. Meadows Chiropractic can help you move on – and thrive – starting today.
