Winter Whiplash in Atlanta

Winter weather can be beautiful. However, it can also create some serious hazards when it comes to driving. In fact, according to Icyroadsafety.com, there were nearly 500 deaths due to icy road conditions during the 2008-2009 winter seasons alone.

One thing to keep in mind, all year round, but especially during winter, is that sometimes even minor accidents can have serious impacts on your health and well being. One such problem that these accidents can cause is whiplash.

Even a Minor Car Accident Can Lead to Whiplash

When you are involved in even a minor car crash, your car comes to a sudden stop. At this time, your body still moves forward. When the brakes are applied, your body is jerked backward into your seat. Hopefully, your accident is minor, and you don’t have any major injuries. However, the jerking motion can cause something called whiplash. Whiplash can cause pain immediately, but likely you won’t start feeling pain until the next day or even a week later.

Contact Your Atlanta Chiropractor After Your Accident

If the accident is minor, you may not need major medical treatment. However, you should always reach out to an auto accident injury chiropractor just to discuss potential treatment for whiplash in Atlanta. By doing this, you can save yourself the upfront pain and potentially stop any future problems before they get out of control. Dr. Senft and his staff at Senft Chiropractic have direct experience working with whiplash patients. Contact us today to meet our experienced staff at Senft Chiropractic.

Now that you are a bit more aware of the potential for whiplash and other injuries from auto accidents this winter, what will you do to prevent them?