Sunday, April 27, 2014

In The Aftermath Of Accidents Pain Sufferers Get Relief With The Help Of A Warners Bay NSW Chiropractor

By Lilia Slaybaugh


Following a car crash or other accident, a person may be hurting. Various injuries, including whiplash, may result in moderate to excruciating pain. There may be a subluxation or a strained muscle causing that pain. A prominent Warners Bay Australia Chiropractor uses spinal adjustments along with massage to alleviate the hurt.

A series of small, hollow bones called vertebrae form the spinal column. It starts at the base of the skull and ends with the fused bones at the end of the spine, called the tailbone. They are hollow and contain the spinal cord. The spinal nerves start and branch out to innervate the body.

The subluxation, or misalignment of one or more vertebrae can cause pressure on one or more spinal nerves and pain will result. Sometimes it is relatively mild, but, in some cases it is unbearable. It can prevent the individual from holding down a job.

The chiropractor provides care to relieve that hurt. Spinal adjustments are a successful method for lessening it. The spine is gradually returned to the correct position. This reduces the pressure against the nerve and pain is alleviated.

The initial appointment is spent doing an evaluation. A medical history is recorded, including when the pain started. In some cases an x-ray is required. The back is examined and an assessment completed.

Following a complete assessment of the condition, a care plan is devised that is specific to each individual. The process will be clearly explained and a series of office visits will be scheduled. The type of injury, age and condition of a client will determine how many adjustments are required.

Cartilage, ligaments and tendons might be involved as well as the vertebrae. Adjustments are most often the primary method of care. However, hot and cold compresses, nutritional counseling and mild exercise may be added to the plan. The care plan will be geared towards managing the pain and making a return to work feasible.




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