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By Lilia Slaybaugh


Following a car crash or other accident, a person may be hurting. Various injuries, including whiplash, may result in moderate to excruciating pain. There may be a subluxation or a strained muscle causing that pain. A prominent Warners Bay Australia Chiropractor uses spinal adjustments along with massage to alleviate the hurt.

The spine extends from the base of the skull to the tailbone and is made up of small hollow bones called vertebrae. The spinal cord runs through the openings in these hollow bones. The spinal nerves stem from the spinal cord to innervate the entire body.

If a single vertebra is subluxated, or misaligned, it may press against one of these nerves and cause pain. It can range from mild to extremely excruciating. A person can be so consumed by the pain that he or she is unable to work.

That hurt can be reduced through chiropractic care. The use of gentle spinal adjustments are successful for this purpose. Gradually, over a time, the vertebrae are returned to the normal position. The pressure is lifted and the pain subsides.

The first step during an office visit is to examine the client and devise a care plan. The back is examined physically. If that is not conclusive, an x-ray may be ordered. A medical history is taken as well.

Following a complete assessment of the condition, a care plan is devised that is specific to each individual. The process will be clearly explained and a series of office visits will be scheduled. The type of injury, age and condition of a client will determine how many adjustments are required.

Cartilage, ligaments and tendons might be involved as well as the vertebrae. Adjustments are most often the primary method of care. However, hot and cold compresses, nutritional counseling and mild exercise may be added to the plan. The care plan will be geared towards managing the pain and making a return to work feasible.




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