What are Auto Accident Injuries?
As the name suggests, an auto accident injury is an umbrella term for injuries caused by an auto accident, motor vehicle collision or pedestrian incident. Auto accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries in the United States. Every year an estimated 3 million people are injured as a result of auto accidents.
If you’re experiencing persistent symptoms after an auto accident, you may be suffering from a vertebral misalignment in the upper cervical spine. To address the root cause of the issue, schedule an exam with Dr. Shamloo at Upper Spine Knoxville.
Signs and Symptoms of Auto Accident Injuries
The symptoms of auto accident injuries are very diverse, ranging from broken bones and spinal cord injuries to post-concussion syndrome and herniated discs. The most common injuries that people suffer after an auto accident are whiplash, neck pain and stiffness, headaches, back and shoulder pain and other musculoskeletal injuries.
How Auto Accident Injuries Affect the Upper Cervical Spine
The upper cervical spine, or neck, is the most mobile part of the spine. The upper cervical spine not only protects the upper section of the spinal column, it also facilitates the connection between the spinal cord and the brainstem. As a result, any injury to the upper cervical spine can have serious repercussions on the brain as well as the rest of the body.
Because of the upper cervical spine's proximity to the brainstem a vertebral misalignment in this section of the spine can disrupt the proper function of the central nervous system. This can result in a wide range of adverse symptoms including neck pain, headaches, dizziness, vertigo, tinnitus, stiff neck and shoulder pain.
How Our Treatment Works for Auto Accident Injuries
Our auto accident injury treatment is focused on restoring the upper cervical spine to its proper position. Before we perform any adjustments or corrections, Dr. Shamloo will use advanced 3D imaging to scan your cervical spine and identify the location, angle and severity of any misalignments. This will allow us to accurately diagnose the source of your symptoms and to determine if your condition is the result of a misalignment in the upper cervical spine.
Once we've analyzed these scans, Dr. Shamloo will perform a series of upper cervical corrections to relieve accumulated musculoskeletal stress and realign any misaligned vertebrae. These corrections are painless and do not require any pulling, or twisting along the spine. With this type of treatment your symptoms may begin to subside within a few days.
To inquire about treatment for auto accident injuries, please contact Dr. Shamloo for an appointment. Dr. Shamloo services patients in Knoxville, Alcoa, Maryville, Farragut, Clinton, Oak Ridge, Sevierville, Lenoir City, Karns, Hardin Valley, Powell, Halls and Fountain City in Tennessee, as well as the surrounding areas.