Most often, people go to chiropractors the first time for relief from back pain. But chiropractors treat a broad range of complaints, from back and neck pain to headaches, arthritis and more. Moreover, people don’t need to have a specific complaint to benefit from a visit. Chiropractors also focus on on-going preventive and wellness care. Chiropractic care is effective for people of all ages, from infants to the elderly
How chiropractic helped Sam with neck pain and headaches from a car accident
Sam, a 33-year-old man, was injured in an automobile accident, during which his car was rear-ended by another vehicle. Sam was taken to an emergency room by ambulance, complaining of neck and mid back pain. The X-rays showed no fractures, and Sam was released.
The next day Sam visited his doctor because the stiffness in his neck was getting worse and he had a persistent headache. The doctor prescribed pain medication and suggested that Sam consult with his chiropractor.
