Whiplash is an injury that occurs when the head suddenly moves back and forth with great force, similar to the movement of a whip. It often occurs in car accidents, but also in sports injuries or a fall. This can damage muscles, tendons, ligaments and even the spine.

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You can turn to The Family Chiropractor if you are looking for an experienced whiplash chiropractor.

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Injuries caused by whiplash can sometimes occur immediately after the accident, but it is also possible that symptoms may not appear for several days or even weeks. Therefore, it is always important to seek care immediately if you have been involved in an accident in which you have suffered (possible) neck injury, even if you have no symptoms at first glance. You can turn to The Family Chiropractor if you are looking for an experienced whiplash chiropractor. We are here for you immediately after suffering whiplash, as well as for care in cases of neglected whiplash or chronic whiplash.

The role of chiropractic in whiplash recovery

Whiplash can be a debilitating injury that can cause severe pain and limitations. Fortunately, chiropractic care can provide an effective approach to whiplash to relieve your pain, restore your mobility and speed up your recovery. On this page, we explain more about what exactly whiplash is, how a chiropractor can help you if you have whiplash and what you can expect from chiropractic care at The Family Chiropractor.

The benefits of whiplash treatment

How chiropractic helps with whiplash

Chiropractic techniques in whiplash treatment

The main task of chiropractors is to optimise the nervous system. The nervous system acts as the communication centre from your brain to the rest of your body. If something is disrupted in this communication system, your brain cannot communicate optimally with some parts of your body, which can result in pain and all kinds of other complaints. The nervous system is protected by the spine. Chiropractors use the so-called 'chiropractic adjustments' to remove blockages in the spine to enable the nervous system to do its job better.

Effective pain relief

Rebalancing the spine and restoring mobility can reduce pain and speed up the recovery process from whiplash. In addition, chiropractic care can also help whiplash in other ways. Whiplash can be associated with muscle tension and spasms in the neck and shoulders. Chiropractors can use various techniques to reduce muscle tension and improve flexibility. Chiropractors can also prescribe specific exercises to strengthen neck muscles and improve spinal stability. These mobilisation exercises help restore normal movement patterns and prevent future injuries. Finally, chiropractors also help by providing ergonomic advice. For example, they can help you how best to support your neck while driving, sleeping or working on the computer.

What is whiplash?

Whiplash is an injury that occurs when the head suddenly moves back and forth with great force, similar to the movement of a whip (hence the name "whiplash"). This injury often occurs in car accidents but can also occur in sports injuries, a major fall or other traumatic event. During whiplash, the neck first stretches and then suddenly bends back beyond its normal range. This can lead to damage to the soft tissue structures in the neck, such as muscles, ligaments, tendons and cartilage, as well as injuries to the spine itself, such as sprains, strains or even fractures.

Symptoms of whiplash

Symptoms of whiplash can vary greatly and also depend on the severity of the injury. The most common symptoms of whiplash include neck pain, stiffness, headache, dizziness, fatigue, tingling or numbness in the arms, back pain and difficulty concentrating. Whiplash injuries can sometimes occur immediately after the accident, but it is also possible that symptoms may not appear for several days or even weeks. Do you have (suspected) whiplash? It is best to seek care immediately after you suffer the injury, to avoid possible later symptoms. Has it been a long time since you suffered whiplash, but are you still experiencing symptoms or are the symptoms only now playing up? Even then, it is important to seek care as soon as possible to prevent the symptoms from getting worse and to deal with the current ones. Fortunately, chiropractic care can offer effective treatments for people suffering from whiplash.

Chronic whiplash treatment

Chronic whiplash refers to symptoms that persist for more than six months after the whiplash injury. Chronic whiplash can cause significant limitations in a person's daily life, and therefore can have a major impact on a person's overall quality of life. Chronic whiplash treatment at a chiropractor can involve different approaches, depending on the patient's specific symptoms and needs. Also, chronic whiplash treatment sometimes requires a multidisciplinary approach, where different healthcare providers (such as chiropractors, physiotherapists, pain management specialists and psychologists) may work together to manage symptoms and promote recovery.

Why choose a chiropractor for whiplash?

Chiropractors specialise in treating musculoskeletal conditions, including whiplash. They have extensive knowledge of the anatomy of the spine and can accurately assess the specific nature of whiplash. Chiropractors take a holistic approach to treating whiplash, not only treating the symptoms, but also addressing the underlying causes of the condition. Chiropractic care therefore helps not only treat your whiplash, but also improve overall posture and promote the body's natural healing processes.

Chiropractors offer a wide range of treatment techniques specifically designed to relieve the symptoms of whiplash and promote recovery. Chiropractic care is also a personalised approach to care. At The Family Chiropractor, we take the time to understand each patient's specific needs and create a personalised, tailored treatment plan tailored to a person's unique situation and goals for recovery.

What to expect at The Family Chiropractor?

Whiplash can be a debilitating injury that can cause severe pain and limitations. Fortunately, chiropractic care can provide effective treatment for whiplash to relieve pain, restore your mobility and speed up your recovery.

Are you looking for an experienced whiplash chiropractor? At The Family Chiropractor, we set up a personalised, tailor-made care plan for you where we work together to achieve your health goals. Our chiropractors have more than 8 years of practical experience as whiplash chiropractors and are ready to provide you with the highest quality care in our small-scale family practice.

Take today contact with us to work on a solution together, and work towards a healthier life!

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Meet our chiropractors

Dr Cherie Dryden Schofield Wright

Cherie is passionate about chiropractic care for the whole family, with a special interest in pregnancy and postpartum care for mothers and babies.

Dr Daniel Freeman

Since becoming a father himself, it became even clearer to Daniel how important chiropractic care was to promote health at every stage of life. From that grew the motivation to start his own practice where people of any age are welcome and where the health of the whole family can be improved.

Frequently asked questions about chiropractic and whiplash

Is chiropractic care safe for whiplash?

Yes, chiropractic care is safe and effective in treating whiplash. However, it is important that you visit a qualified chiropractor, so make sure your chiropractor is affiliated with the professional association (DCF) and the National Register of Chiropractors (SNRC). Incidentally, this is also a requirement to get your appointment reimbursed by insurance. A qualified chiropractor can create a specific treatment plan tailored to your individual needs, taking into account factors such as the severity of the whiplash, overall health condition and any previous medical history. It is also advisable to seek an experienced whiplash chiropractor who has a lot of practical experience in whiplash treatment. Contact your chiropractor to ask if they see people with whiplash more often.

How soon can I expect improvement?

The speed at which improvement is experienced with whiplash can vary greatly from person to person. How quickly you notice improvement depends on several factors, including the severity of the whiplash, your overall health condition and your previous medical history. In addition, how consistent you are with your appointments in the beginning is also very important. We often recommend coming twice a week in the beginning and keeping this up for at least a few weeks. The more consistent you are with following the care plan drawn up for you personally, the faster you can expect to notice improvement. In general, the duration of the recovery process can vary from a few weeks to several months. In some cases, a person may experience great improvements after only a few treatments, while others may need longer before seeing significant relief from symptoms. It is important to be patient and closely follow the treatment plan developed specifically for you, including any home exercises that have been recommended.

Is whiplash treatment covered by insurance?

Chiropractic care is not covered by the basic health insurance, but if you have supplementary insurance you are eligible for reimbursement at The Family Chiropractor. The amount of your reimbursement depends on your health insurer and your chosen package. On our website, you will find a detailed overview of reimbursements per insurer. Still have questions? Send us a message and we will be happy to help you!

Chiropractor for whiplash

Chiropractor for whiplash

The role of chiropractic in whiplash recovery

The benefits of whiplash treatment

How chiropractic helps with whiplash

Chiropractic techniques in whiplash treatment

Effective pain relief

What is whiplash?

Symptoms of whiplash

Chronic whiplash treatment

Why choose a chiropractor for whiplash?

What to expect at The Family Chiropractor?

Chiropractor insurance reimbursement

Meet our chiropractors

Dr Cherie Dryden Schofield Wright

Dr Daniel Freeman

Frequently asked questions about chiropractic and whiplash

Is chiropractic care safe for whiplash?

How soon can I expect improvement?

Is whiplash treatment covered by insurance?

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