Posted by Asheville NC chiropractor Dr. Mathew Stockstad 828.299.4555

We know that many individuals are injured from auto accidents.  That sad fact is that many individuals do not know the extent to which they are hurt.  The reason is that the injuries are not seen like a cut, bruise or disfigurement that other types of injuries display.

It if for this reason that I wanted to post some of the other myths that people hold that just are not true.  I even find that some doctors also hold these myths to be true.

So here are two more myths that are important to know about whiplash injuries.

Myth #3:  Men are more likely to be injured in an auto accident due to the fact that they have bigger heads and more mass due to the increase of neck size.

Fact:  What has been found is that women are actually more likely to have injuries then men.  THe reason is taht they have less mascle mass, and hence , less protection when the injury occures allowing the head to do the whipping motion more causing more damage to the neck.  The result is that woman are more likely to incure the damage that comes with a greater range of motion beyond the normal movements of the neck.  This results in muscle tearing,  damaged ligaments and tendons.  This whipping motion also leads to more likelyhood of having a closed head injury with all the symptoms that can result from this event.

Myth #4:  Whiplash injuries in Asheville NC only need time and rest in order for them to heal.

Once it has been determined that the neck and/or head injury is not life threatening.  Studies have  shown that proper mobilization and adjustment to the neck  will do much better then those individuals who where placed in a cervical collar with limited movement of the injured neck.  Whiplash injures, when not properly treated, often result in a perminant loss of motion, neck pain, headaches, and other lasting side effects.  It has been found that during the time when movement causes pain, that the use of cold packs, modalities such as spinal adjustments, massage, traction, passive and later active exercises, electric stimulation, and trigger point therapy  fair much better in both the short term and long term.

We realize you have a choice in healthcare providers. If you, a friend or family member requires care for a whiplash injury, we sincerely appreciate the trust and confidence shown by choosing our services and look forward in serving you and your family presently and, in the future.

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