Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people see a chiropractor, and one of the most treatable. Below is what causes it, how chiropractic care helps, and when to get seen.
What causes neck pain
Most neck pain is mechanical, from posture, muscle strain, poor sleep position, or injury. After a car accident it is usually whiplash, where the head is thrown back and forth and strains the muscles, ligaments, and joints of the neck. Symptoms include stiffness, reduced motion, headaches, and pain into the shoulders.
How a chiropractor helps
After an exam to find the cause, chiropractic care restores motion and relieves pain through gentle adjustments, soft-tissue and massage therapy, and targeted strengthening. It also addresses related nerve and back problems, including a pinched nerve in the neck, when they are present.
Neck pain after a crash
Whiplash pain is often delayed a day or two, so it is worth getting checked promptly even if you feel okay at first. In Oregon, your PIP coverage usually covers the care at no cost.
Care at all three clinics
We offer same-day appointments in Oregon City, Milwaukie, and Troutdale, with licensed massage therapists on staff. After a car accident in Oregon, your PIP coverage usually pays for treatment with nothing out of pocket. Book a visit and we will get you in.
Common questions
Can a chiropractor help neck pain?
Yes, for most mechanical neck pain, including whiplash.
Is it safe?
For most people, yes, after an exam to tailor care.
Covered after an accident?
In Oregon, PIP usually covers it with no out-of-pocket cost.
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