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Whiplash is a condition that typically occurs in situations that cause one's neck to be snapped forward and backward in a rapid movement. This often results in painful trauma to the cervical spine and surrounding muscles and tissues. A Lakeland FL chiropractic office may be able to help an individual find relief without using surgery or pharmaceutical products.

Addressing this condition could take anywhere from weeks to months, so the chiropractor will need to do a thorough evaluation to determine the severity. They will use various physical techniques to check the entire spine for trauma, restricted joint movement, disc injury, ligament damage, tightness, soreness and muscle spasms. Diagnostic imaging may also be used to see deeper into the issue.

There are three basic ways to perform spinal adjustment, which is the main action taken in these situations. The technique of flexion distraction is a hands on procedure done when herniated discs are noticed, instrument assisted methods use a unique tool that protects degenerative joints, while the area specific adjustment is used to address subluxations. Each case's details determine which is to be employed.

Manual therapies may be used in conjunction with the spinal adjustments as they are designed to target soft tissues. Examples of these methods are the Graston technique, manual joint stretching, therapeutic massage and trigger point therapy. Each of these are meant to ease tension and soreness while encouraging the muscles and ligaments to return to normal function.

There are other ways to address the neck inflammation that may result from whiplash. Interferential electrical stimulation is one method that stimulates the muscles by employing low frequency currents. Ultrasound uses sound waves that penetrate the deep tissue to ease pain, spasms, and stiffness and to encourage better circulation.

Each case is evaluated separately and independently addressed according to its own details. The chiropractor may also prescribe a routine of increased activity and specific therapeutic exercises to speed recovery. Each aspect of the planned approach is intended to restore normal movement and alleviate neuromuscular issues.