Tag: personal injury
Car Crashes and Vertigo Managed by Chiropractors
Vertigo and dizziness are common after a car crash, and can result from injury to the vestibular system of the ears. This system has a series of fluid filled tunnels in the inner-ear. A whiplash injury or car crash can cause injury to this system. A common injury is called Benign Positional Paroxysmal Vertigo (BPPV). […]
Read moreSee a Chiropractor After an Auto Injury
Thankfully, the state of Utah has PIP, or Personal Injury Protection. That is an excellent benefit on your car insurance. PIP protects you in case you are ever injured during the maintenance or operation of your vehicle. That means that (up to a certain dollar limit) all your chiropractic expenses are covered. This is an […]
Read moreImmediate Chiropractic Treatment for Whiplash Supported by Research
Seek Chiropractic Care for Your Whiplash Immediately When you have experienced a car crash, you may have suffered a whiplash injury. But the signs and symptoms of the Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) may not show up immediately. So how long should you wait before you seek treatment? You might be tempted to wait a week […]
Read moreScar Tissue After Whiplash
Next time you see someone rubbing their sore neck, like after a car crash, think about the tissues under the skin. There are muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia, and joint capsules just to name a few. Each of those structures can be injured in a car crash. They need to be treated as well. Just because […]
Read moreNot just a ‘Fender Bender’
Whiplash injuries can occur at slow speeds. Even if you have been involved in a slow-speed impact, there might be some latent damage done to the neck, spine, and soft tissues. Seek a chiropractic consultation and get an expert opinion. Remember, your car insurance is responsible to pay for your medical bills. In most cases […]
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