Auto Accident Care in Chippewa Falls
Car accidents have a way of following you home. Maybe the airbags never went off, and the bumper barely dented, yet a few days later your neck won’t turn far enough to check your blind spot. That delayed stiffness is common, and Dr. Jason Denn, D.C., helps auto accident patients sort it out at Denn Chiropractic.
Why a Fender Bender May Still Hurt Days Later
A crash can jolt your head forward, backward, or sideways, straining the muscles and ligaments around your neck. Pain and stiffness may appear right away or develop over the following hours or days, so “I feel fine” at the scene doesn’t always last. An assessment can help identify the injury and whether chiropractic care or another type of medical care is needed.
Whiplash and Other Common Crash Injuries
A rear-end tap at a Highway 29 off-ramp, a slide into the ditch on an icy January morning, or a low-speed bump in the Chippewa Mall parking lot can all leave symptoms such as:
- Lower back soreness
- Tingling or numbness in the arms or legs
A Careful Exam Before Care Begins
Your first visit runs about 40 to 50 minutes. It starts with a conversation about the crash, where you feel it, and any old injuries, followed by an exam of your spine, muscles, and joints. If the findings suggest a fracture, concussion, or another injury requiring medical evaluation, our chiropractor will arrange a referral or direct you to urgent or emergency care as needed. If chiropractic care is suitable, your plan may combine adjustments, focused soft-tissue work, and simple stretches for home. Low-force Activator Methods® instrument adjusting may be an option, depending on your examination findings and comfort.
Getting Back Behind the Wheel Comfortably
Your care plan focuses on the movements and activities that matter to you, including turning your head comfortably. Recovery varies with the type and severity of the injury, your overall health, and other factors. Our chiropractor will check your progress, explain what he’s finding, and discuss changes to your plan or referrals when needed.
Meet Your Auto Accident Chiropractor
Our chiropractor graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1997 and has cared for Chippewa Valley families ever since. He uses Activator Methods®, Thompson Technique, and Diversified Technique, with exercises incorporated into care when suitable for the patient’s injury and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who pays for chiropractic care after a car accident in Wisconsin?
Make Your Next Move More Comfortable
If backing out of the driveway still hurts, or headaches have crept in since the accident, call Denn Chiropractic at (715) 726-0400 to discuss an assessment. Ask our team about the next available appointment. New patient appointments are usually available the same week.
