Whiplash is an injury caused by the sudden and violent jerking or whipping of the head in a back-and-forth motion. This is most commonly experienced in rear-end car collisions. This violent jerking action causes an acceleration and deceleration in the cervical spine that exceeds its normal structural integrity. This injury causes vertebral misalignments, as well as micro-tears in the ligaments and tendons in the neck area. At Integrated Physical Medicine in Bradenton, FL, Dr. Daniel Serpentelli assesses the mechanical damage caused by this injury. This injury can occur even at low speeds and can affect the delicate balance in the upper spine, causing future discomfort if not treated in a timely manner.
Request an AppointmentIdentifying Delayed Symptoms and Nerve Irritation
One of the most deceptive aspects of whiplash is that symptoms often do not appear immediately. The adrenaline released during a car accident can mask pain for several hours or even days. As the body initiates an inflammatory response, patients begin to experience severe neck stiffness, radiating shoulder pain, and persistent headaches. Dr. Serpentelli provides specialized screenings to detect these hidden indicators of trauma. As a chiropractic physician experienced in treating car accidents, he identifies localized swelling and neural interference that may be causing the dizziness or blurred vision frequently associated with high-impact neck injuries.
Effective Whiplash Treatment in Bradenton, FL
To heal effectively from whiplash, it is necessary to do more than simply rest a person’s neck; it is necessary to restore spinal mechanics to their normal state. Dr. Serpentelli’s whiplash treatment aims to realign a person’s cervical spine to alleviate the pressure on their nerves. By making precise chiropractic adjustments, we help to alleviate a person’s muscle spasms that often cause their neck to become locked into a painful state of restricted motion. Moreover, our chiropractic office offers a variety of supportive treatment options, such as:
- Laser Therapy
- Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
- Spinal Disc Decompression
- Electro Stim Therapy
If you are looking for a chiropractor near you in Bradenton, FL, we can help break up internal scar tissue that can result in a permanent loss of motion.
Get Help Restoring Mobility and Preventing Chronic Pain
The goal of our treatment of neck pain at Integrated Physical Medicine is to return the spine to a state of normal function. When ligaments in the neck are overstretched, it can put the muscles in a state of chronic spasm to protect them. We strive to stabilize the ligaments while at the same time allowing normal motion in the joints. By correcting the structural imbalances caused by the accident, Dr. Serpentelli can help patients avoid such things as early-onset arthritis or chronic tension headaches.
Our treatment programs can help ensure that your body is healing in the correct biological alignment. If you are having problems with neck pain caused by whiplash, we encourage you to schedule an appointment at our Bradenton, FL, office today by calling (941) 739-2225.