Auto Accident & Whiplash Treatment
Car accidents are jarring—literally. Even a minor fender bender can cause your body to move in ways it’s not designed to move. Your head snaps forward and back. Your spine gets compressed. Your muscles tense up to protect you. Sometimes you feel it right away—a sharp pain in your neck, stiffness, maybe a headache. But sometimes you don’t feel anything at first. Then, days or weeks later, the pain starts.
Whiplash is the most common auto accident injury, and it’s tricky because it doesn’t always show up immediately. Your body goes into protection mode during the impact—your muscles tense up, your spine compresses. Then, as inflammation sets in and those protective muscles stay tense, the pain develops. When your spine is out of alignment after an accident, it affects how your nervous system functions. Chiropractic care helps restore proper alignment so your body can heal naturally. Dr. Duren has helped hundreds of people in Cartersville recover from auto accidents and whiplash over the past 20 years. She knows what to look for, even when you’re not feeling pain yet. She helps address both the immediate symptoms and the underlying issues that might develop over time.
Why choose us for auto accident and whiplash treatment?
Dr. Duren has seen hundreds of accident cases in Cartersville over the past 20 years. She knows that accident injuries, especially whiplash, are often more complex than they first appear. Even if you’re not in pain right away, she knows what to look for. She understands how to help your body heal correctly.
She knows what to look for
Dr. Duren understands how car accidents affect the body. Whiplash, soft tissue injuries, spinal misalignment—she knows the signs, even when they’re subtle. She checks not just what hurts now, but what might develop over time. This early attention helps prevent bigger problems later.
Early assessment matters
It’s best to see a chiropractor soon after an accident, even if you don’t feel pain yet. When your spine is out of alignment, it affects everything—your nervous system, your muscles, how your body moves. Dr. Duren can assess your alignment and identify issues before they become bigger problems. Early care often means faster recovery.
Addressing delayed symptoms
Whiplash pain can develop days or weeks after an accident. Dr. Duren watches for these delayed symptoms and helps address them as they show up. She understands that some injuries don’t become obvious until inflammation sets in or when your body stops compensating.
Your recovery from auto accident injuries
Accident recovery, especially from whiplash, is often a process. Some symptoms show up immediately. Others take days or weeks to develop. We help address both.
understanding what happened
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Dr. Duren starts by understanding your accident—what happened, how your body moved, what you’re feeling now. Even if you’re not in pain yet, she knows what to look for. She’ll check your spine alignment, see how your neck moves, and identify any issues that might not be obvious right away. Early assessment helps prevent long-term problems.
addressing immediate and delayed symptoms
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If you’re already feeling pain from whiplash or other injuries, Dr. Duren helps reduce it through gentle adjustments and soft tissue work. Chiropractic adjustments restore proper spinal alignment, which helps your nervous system function correctly. But she also watches for symptoms that might develop later. Whiplash can cause problems that show up days or weeks after the accident. She’s watching for these patterns and ready to address them when they appear.
restoring proper function
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Through gentle adjustments and soft tissue work, Dr. Duren helps restore proper spinal alignment and reduce pain. But the goal isn’t just getting you out of pain—it’s getting you back to your normal activities and preventing long-term problems. When your spine is aligned correctly, your body can heal naturally. Whiplash and other accident injuries can cause issues that linger for years if not addressed properly.
Expert auto accident and whiplash care in Cartersville
Dr. Duren has helped hundreds of people in Cartersville recover from auto accidents and whiplash over the past 20 years. She understands that accidents are stressful—not just physically, but emotionally too. She works to support your recovery on both fronts, helping you heal and get back to your normal life.
What you can expect
Every accident is different. Here’s how we help:
- A thorough assessment, even if you’re not in pain yet
- A treatment plan that addresses both immediate and delayed symptoms
- Gentle adjustments and soft tissue work to restore proper spinal alignment
- Monitoring for delayed whiplash symptoms that may develop over time
Frequently asked question
It’s best to see a chiropractor as soon as possible after an accident, even if you don’t feel immediate pain. Whiplash symptoms may not show up right away but can cause problems later if not addressed. Early care often means faster recovery and can prevent long-term complications.
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