When we think of accidental injuries, violent traumas such as car accidents come to mind. However, most accidents are minor and may not require hospitalization. Therefore the initial pain, stiffness or a few bruises are all forgotten in a couple of days. All too frequently, lifelong health problems begin from minor accidents, i.e. a fall, whiplash, or bump that was dismissed as nothing to worry about. Most people think that the disappearance of pain means that everything is okay. Even if there are no broken bones or bleeding, spinal damage may be present depending on the extent of the accident. Problems resulting from minor injuries may exist for a long period of time before exhibiting any symptoms. Collisions, falls, blows, and tumbles, big or small, can create damage to your nerves and spine. Only a Doctor of Chiropractic is trained to recognize the hidden spinal damage that can disturb the normal position and motion of the vertebrae. Muscles, ligaments, and discs attached to the spine are also affected. The aches and pains from minor accidents will eventually become chronic and more intense in severity. When spinal injuries are left untreated for long periods of time, it takes longer to correct the problem. Other health problems may arise because the misalignments in your spine are interfering with the body’s ability to heal its self and function properly.

A spinal checkup becomes extremely important when someone has sustained an accident such as a fall. No matter how minor you may think it is, spinal damage should be ruled out to protect your long-term health. Give your body its best chance to heal by getting the chiropractic care necessary to restore spinal and overall health.

by Dr. Michael Edgerton
Edgerton Chiropractic & Wellness Center
(843) 357-9910

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