Car Accident Chiropractor in O'Fallon, IL

Chiropractic Care After a Car Accident

The sudden force of an auto accident can affect muscles, joints, and other structures throughout the body. Even a relatively minor collision can leave some people experiencing pain or changes in mobility afterward.

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Chiropractic care focuses on evaluating musculoskeletal problems that may be contributing to your symptoms.

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Depending on your examination and individual needs, your care may include chiropractic adjustments and other conservative treatment approaches.

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Our goal is to help you understand what's contributing to your symptoms and determine an appropriate course of care.

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Common Car Accident Injuries and Symptoms

Every accident is different, and symptoms can vary considerably from one person to another.

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Patients may seek chiropractic care after an auto accident for symptoms such as:

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• Neck pain and stiffness

• Back pain

• Whiplash-related symptoms

• Headaches

• Shoulder discomfort

• Muscle soreness and tightness

• Joint stiffness

• Reduced range of motion

• Discomfort with everyday movement

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If you're experiencing severe or worsening symptoms or believe you may have a serious injury, seek appropriate medical care promptly.

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Whiplash Treatment in O'Fallon, IL

Whiplash is commonly associated with rear-end collisions but can occur whenever the head and neck move suddenly during an accident.

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Symptoms associated with whiplash can include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, shoulder discomfort, and difficulty comfortably turning or moving the neck.

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Symptoms aren't always immediate. Some people notice discomfort shortly after an accident, while others may begin experiencing symptoms later.

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If you're experiencing neck pain or stiffness following a collision, our chiropractors can evaluate your condition and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate.

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Why Whiplash Symptoms Often Appear Days After an Auto Accident >

 

Back Pain After a Car Accident

Back pain is another common reason people seek care following an auto accident.

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The forces involved in a collision may contribute to muscle soreness, joint discomfort, stiffness, and pain during normal movement.

Our chiropractors evaluate both upper and lower back pain following car accidents. Your examination helps us better understand your symptoms and determine the appropriate next steps.

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Learn more about our back pain treatment in O'Fallon.

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Neck Pain After a Car Accident

Neck pain following an accident can range from mild stiffness to discomfort that makes it difficult to comfortably turn your head or complete normal activities.

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Because there are many possible causes of neck pain, an evaluation is important before beginning treatment.

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Chiropractic Plus provides chiropractic care for certain musculoskeletal causes of neck pain and develops treatment recommendations based on each patient's examination.

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Learn more about our neck pain treatment in O'Fallon.

 

When Should You See a Chiropractor After a Car Accident?

There isn't one timeline that's appropriate for every person or every accident.

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Consider having your symptoms evaluated if you're experiencing persistent neck or back pain, stiffness, headaches, muscle soreness, reduced mobility, or discomfort that isn't improving following an accident.

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A chiropractic evaluation can help determine whether your symptoms appear to involve the musculoskeletal system and whether chiropractic treatment may be appropriate.

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If your symptoms suggest an injury requiring another type of medical care, you may need additional evaluation or referral. 

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Injured in a Car Accident in O'Fallon? When to See a Chiropractor >

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What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first visit gives our team an opportunity to learn more about the accident, your symptoms, and how those symptoms are affecting you.

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Your visit may include:

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• A discussion of the accident and your symptoms

• Review of relevant health and medical history

• Chiropractic examination

• Evaluation of movement and mobility

• Assessment of areas of pain or stiffness

• Discussion of appropriate treatment options

• Chiropractic treatment when appropriate

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Your treatment recommendations will depend on your examination findings and individual condition.

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Same-Day and Walk-In Chiropractic Care After an Accident

Car accidents don't happen according to your schedule, so getting evaluated shouldn't require waiting weeks for an appointment.

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Chiropractic Plus offers walk-in chiropractic care in O'Fallon and same-day appointments when availability permits.

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If you've recently been involved in an accident and are experiencing musculoskeletal symptoms, contact our office to check availability.

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Chiropractic Care Near Scott Air Force Base

Our O'Fallon office is conveniently located near Scott Air Force Base.

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Chiropractic Plus welcomes active-duty military members, military spouses, veterans, and families from Scott AFB and surrounding communities who are looking for convenient chiropractic care following an auto accident.

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Our location also makes us easily accessible from Shiloh, Lebanon, Belleville, and other nearby Metro East communities.

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Massage Therapy After a Car Accident

Some patients may also benefit from massage therapy as part of their overall care plan.

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Massage therapy focuses on muscles and other soft tissues and may be used to address muscle tightness, soreness, and tension when appropriate for the patient's condition.

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Chiropractic Plus offers massage therapy in O'Fallon in the same office as our chiropractic services.

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Why Choose Chiropractic Plus After a Car Accident?

Chiropractic Plus has served O'Fallon and surrounding communities since 2007. Our team provides individualized chiropractic care based on each patient's symptoms and needs.

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Patients choose Chiropractic Plus for:

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• Experienced chiropractic care

• Personalized treatment plans

• Car accident and whiplash evaluations

• Back and neck pain treatment

• Same-day appointments when available

• Walk-in chiropractic care

• Massage therapy

• Convenient O'Fallon location

• Easy access from Scott Air Force Base and surrounding communities