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A Few Words on Whiplash
testimonial
Whiplash injuries are among the fastest growing health
problems today. The ever increasing number of automobiles
rolling onto our congested streets and highways, the
high speed of our freeway system, power brakes and powerful
engines all contribute to the growing frequency of the
type of accident that can result in a whiplash neck
injury.
The research crash council of the USAF has demonstrated
that the normal neck can withstand a forward snapping
of 50 times the force of gravity before producing major
injury, whereas a backward snapping acceleration of
only 5 times the force of gravity can be tolerated.
Since an auto traveling only 25 miles an hour creates
a force exceeding 3,400 pounds, the impact of a crash
at this speed will exert several tons of force on the
victim's neck.
A whiplash neck injury occurs as the result of a sudden
backward and forward whipping movement of the neck.
This sudden, forceful movement often stretches or sprains
the ligaments and muscles that hold the spinal segments
within a critical range of movement position. Failure
of the holding ligaments to support the spine allows
the spinal segments to become displaced, thus altering
the normal mechanical balance of the spine. This increased
stress results in eventual degenerative disease of the
disc with "spur" formation and the "spurs' will occlude
the spinal nerve openings.
It is important to note that virtually every person
involved in a moving vehicle accident suffers a whiplash
injury to some degree. It's symptoms are not always
readily clear.some individuals experience no pain or
discomfort for weeks following an accident. and it is
advisable to seek competent whiplash injury diagnosis
following any auto accident. Left untreated, a whiplash
injury can eventually open a veritable "Pandora's Box"
of painful chronic health problems that can eventually
lead to a lifetime of misery.
Chiropractic Inclusion In Insurance
Chiropractic care is covered under your auto insurance
for injuries sustained in automobile accidents. If you
are injured on the job, chiropractic care is also covered
completely.
Our staff is well trained in all aspects of insurance
regulations and are ready to help you understand and
utilize your insurance coverage, whether it be private
insurance, group plan, Medicare, workers' compensation,
liability or med pay for injuries suffered in auto accidents.
Testimonial
Whiplash
I was injured in a hi-impact rear end car accident. The day after the accident
I could hardly move my neck and I felt nauseated, had no energy like I was
100 years old. I sought the traditional care of M.D., which consisted of 1
month of copious amounts narcotic like drugs which got me higher than a kite
and almost turned me into a junkie. After a lot of the pain subsided (while
under the influence of medication) I went the Physical Therapy route which
consisted of ultrasound, heat and passive-active exercises. The exercises were
too much for me and I soon flared up almost worse than right after the accident.
A friend of mine suggested that I see a Chiropractor to get my spine checked
for misalignments and that I should see Dr. Carlomagno in San Rafael . He did
a complete examination and took X-Rays which the M.D.'s failed to do! The findings
confirmed that I did have nerve irritation of my spine and a more natural,
gentle form of therapy using adjustments would be appropriate to correct my
condition and resolve future complaints. I went for a series of office visits
and upon the first reexam I was 100% pain free (without medication) and had
almost 90% pre injury function of my neck and body!- Wow!! I want all of you
to know that Chiropractic worked wonders for my whiplash and got excellent
results! I wish to personally thank Dr. Carlomagno for his kind, thorough care.
He has great hands to adjust with which will aid in your recovery.
M.W. Realtor
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