What is Whiplash?

Have you been in a car accident?

Does your neck hurt or feel stiff?

You may have whiplash! Whiplash occurs when your head and neck are jerked in one direction, then spring back in the opposite direction. This sudden movement can cause neck sprain that leads to soft tissue damage. The movement and force don’t have to be intense to cause whiplash, and it can occur from side-to-side movement as well as front and back. 

Whiplash is more common than you may think. The most common cause is car accidents. These accidents don’t have to be at high speeds. Other causes include high impact sports, roller coasters, or falls. It might take a while for symptoms to appear, so if you were in an accident, go see a chiropractor right away to address the potential injury.

Learn more about whiplash.

Get Back to Feeling Great with the Best Chiropractor in Ann Arbor

A chiropractic adjustment will get the spine back in alignment and promote healing. 

Nervous about having your neck adjusted? Some chiropractors will twist and crack your neck to make adjustments, which can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Dr. Thatcher uses an Activator instrument that makes gentle, precise adjustments to your vertebrae. You can rest assured that Dr. Thatcher takes your safety seriously. He was not only voted the best chiropractor in Ann Arbor, but also in Southeast Michigan!

Restore your hope and relieve your pain with an adjustment from Dr. Thatcher. Contact us today to set up an appointment.