When should I seek treatment after whiplash?
Persistent symptoms after whiplash warrant an assessment, especially when neck pain, arm numbness, dizziness episodes, or jaw pain continue. We review your health history and movement before care. Worsening symptoms or serious neurological concerns need medical attention first. Our team can explain whether chiropractic treatment fits after that review.
What does the first visit include after a collision?
The first visit includes a new patient intake, health history, movement exam, and discussion of your symptoms. We ask about the event, daily limits, headaches, and related pain. X-rays are considered only when clinically indicated. You receive an explanation of the findings before we set a personalized treatment plan.
What does the clinic check first during whiplash care?
The first check covers your injury history, neck movement, posture, and symptoms that affect daily function. We also ask about arm numbness, dizziness, jaw pain, and headaches. Those details help us decide whether chiropractic care is suitable and which areas need closer review.
What should be checked before treatment is scheduled?
Your health history and current symptoms should be reviewed before treatment is scheduled. We need to know about the collision, neck movement, numbness, dizziness, jaw pain, and any prior care. This check helps identify when an adjustment may fit and when another medical evaluation should come first.
Can a chiropractor help with headaches after a neck injury?
Chiropractic care may help some headache patterns linked with neck movement or muscle tension. We first review the headache history, neck function, and warning signs. Severe, sudden, or unusual headaches need medical evaluation. Our team uses the exam to decide whether adjustments, soft tissue therapy, or another step fits.
Which symptoms should I mention during the consultation?
Arm numbness, dizziness episodes, jaw pain, headaches, and changes in neck movement should all be mentioned. These details can affect the safety and direction of care. Write down when each symptom began and what makes it better or worse. We use that information during the health history and exam.
How does the treatment plan change when symptoms continue?
A continuing symptom prompts a progress review and a fresh look at movement and function. We compare your current concerns with the original health history and exam. The plan may be adjusted, or we may recommend medical evaluation when the findings no longer fit chiropractic care.