Ouch - my back hurts!

As long as your body feels fine, seeing a chiropractor is probably the last thing you think about as you go about your daily tasks. Unfortunately, some people take the same lacklustre approach after a minor accident. Indeed, being involved in a car accident is a terrifying ordeal, and most people hope to walk away without serious injuries. The good news is that chiropractic care can help with recovery. That said, should you still see a general chiropractor even if you feel okay? This article highlights the reasons to do so.

Hidden Injuries — During an accident, the body produces adrenaline to help it cope with a threatening situation. However, adrenaline can make you numb for a couple of hours to a few days. It means that you might be walking around with whiplash or spinal subluxations unknowingly. However, it only increases the chances of worsening an injury. A general chiropractor will identify possible hidden injuries that you may not know about immediately after an accident. For instance, you could get whiplash from a minor fender bender, and a chiropractor knows precisely what to look for during an examination.

Avoid Pain Medications — As mentioned earlier, you can come out of an accident without suffering from immediate pain. In such cases, most walk away and go about their daily routine. However, you might begin to feel pain around your lower back after a few days, and the only way to manage the discomfort is to take over-the-counter pain medication. Unfortunately, the medicine only treats symptoms. Therefore, you might end up needing more potent painkillers if you do not address the cause of the problem. Seeing a general chiropractor immediately after an accident can save you the agony of using expensive and addictive pain pills. For example, if the pain comes from a pinched nerve, a chiropractor will realign the vertebrae around the region to release the nerve. Thus, you do not have to take painkillers.

Claim Compensation — If you are involved in a minor car accident due to another motorist's fault, you are entitled to compensation. However, the accident must be the direct cause of your injuries to qualify for compensation. A chiropractor can make the determination, which is why you should not wait longer than is necessary to see one. Additionally, chiropractors often work with personal injury lawyers; therefore, they can help you get the legal representation you need to build a strong case.