We treat many car accident cases in our Portland office, and a common symptom we see in our patients is headache. Why is headache such a common problem after an auto injury? How can chiropractic care help you get better? Chiropractic care in Portland can be very helpful for headache symptoms after a crash.
There are many different types of headache. Headache that's caused by a car accident, though, usually starts as tension or strain in the muscle tissue of the neck. In a collision, the neck muscles can be damaged, which results in inflammation and discomfort. These kinds of headache can be felt in different places, including the back of the head or even the temple.
Another common cause of headache after a crash that we see in our Portland office is cervicogenic headache, or headaches that originate in injured ligaments of the neck. Ligament injury is very common after a crash, and it's important to get treatment for this type of problem to prevent the creation of scar tissue.
Chiropractic Therapy is an effective way to treat headaches, including those brought about by car crashes. Your chiropractor will help reduce the swelling and stress in your neck, which will help relieve the headache pain.
Dr. Helton is here in Portland to help you recover from headache. We've been helping patients for many years and we can probably help you, too. First, we'll do a careful evaluation to establish the root cause of your problem, and then decide how to restore your body's natural functioning. Give our office a call today at (503) 771-1974 to make an appointment.
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Dr. Helton, a Portland chiropractor, has been providing chiropractic health care and treatment for accident injuries for over 30 years. Dr. Helton specializes and is an expert in the evaluation and treatment of injuries from auto accidents. He has passed advanced certification training and testing by the Spine Research Institute of San Diego in the evaluation, treatment, and management of injuries from whiplash and brain traumatology.
