Car accidents are on the high rise in the US. Every year an average of 6 million car accidents take place. Out of which, 3 million people suffer from car accident injuries and 2 million drivers suffer from permanent injuries. But that’s just the annual average of injuries. Every day around 90 people die in car accident.
The number of deaths caused by car accidents is terrifying. But some, despite a terrible crash, are lucky to survive, even if they have to deal with permanent injuries. Injuries are a constant reminder of the past, but with the right treatment, you learn to cope.
Common car accident injuries
You cannot determine for certain what kind of injuries will arise in the event of a car accident. However, some injuries are likely to occur more often than others.
1. Injuries to the face and head
- Bruises
- Scratches
- Lacerations
- Damage to your teeth
2. Injuries to the mid and lower back, shoulders, arms and neck
- Fractures
- Disc injuries
- Strains
- Sprains
- Whiplash
3. Injuries related to the spine area
- Thoracic, cervical, or lumbar spine injury
- Fractures
- Strains
- Sprains
4. Injuries to the lower body
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Strains
- Sprains
- Ligament injuries
- Foot, leg, or knee injury
What should be done in case of an accident?
Car accidents are emergency situations and the victims of a car accident must be taken to the nearest hospital as soon as possible. Medical practitioners will conduct a physical exam if the situation is not serious. Otherwise the casualty will be rushed into surgery. X-rays need to be taken and pain medication may be prescribed if necessary.
In case of musculoskeletal damage, the assistance of Wirth Chiropractic in Greenville, NC is in order.
Chiropractic treatment for car injuries
Wirth Chiropractic practices a hands-on approach when it comes to treating injuries related to the spine, muscles, and joints. They make gentle adjustments to the joints and spine. Sometimes even advise car accident patients to take up physiotherapy or therapeutic massages for the purpose of reconditioning ligaments and muscles.
People suffering from whiplash and soft tissue injuries caused in an auto accident find chiropractic treatment more effective than painkillers and physiotherapy.
Medical doctors tend to recommend a consult with a chiropractor after a car accident. This is because during the event of a car accident the body slips into defense mode and, in turn, releases endorphins. This hormone prevents the body from feeling pain, as a result, it is difficult to know if a person has suffered from some kind of injury. A chiropractic can easily spot injuries.
Also, in the event of persistent pain after an accident, chiropractic treatment can identify the area of injury and save it from further damage instead of only masking the pain like painkillers do.
