If you have recently been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you know that the physical and emotional impact can be overwhelming. Even a relatively low-speed fender-bender can exert tremendous force on the human body, leading to injuries that might not be fully apparent until days or even weeks later. At Live Well Chiropractic, Dr. Mark Swigert, DC, and our team provide the specialized care needed to help our Spanish Fort, AL, neighbors recover fully and safely. Dr. Swigert is committed to a collaborative approach to healthcare, frequently working alongside orthopedists and other medical specialists to ensure your recovery is comprehensive and well-coordinated, but that invasive treatments and medications are minimized as much as possible.
The Effects of Auto Injuries
During a collision, the body undergoes rapid acceleration and deceleration. This force can cause the spine and joints to shift out of their natural alignment, leading to a variety of issues:
- Whiplash and Neck Strain: The sudden "whip" motion of the head can overstretch the ligaments and tendons in the neck, causing inflammation and restricted movement.
- Extremity Impact: Often overlooked in auto care, the impact can cause significant issues in the shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees, and ankles. Dr. Swigert specializes in extremity adjusting, ensuring that every joint impacted by the accident receives the professional attention it needs.
- Soft Tissue Micro-Tears: The muscles surrounding the spine often seize up to protect the area, leading to painful spasms and the formation of scar tissue.
Advanced Therapies for Recovery
At Live Well Chiropractic, we use a multi-faceted approach to treat both the skeletal and soft tissue damage caused by an accident. Your personalized plan at our Spanish Fort, AL, office may include:
- Chiropractic Adjustments: Dr. Swigert performs precise adjustments to the spine and extremities to restore proper alignment and reduce mechanical stress on the nervous system.
- MyAct (Muscle Acoustic Compression Therapy): This advanced technology uses acoustic sound waves to reach deep into the muscle tissue. This stimulates the body’s natural healing response, breaking up scar tissue and improving circulation to the injured area.
- Cold Laser Therapy: A non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to pass through the skin and into muscles. This tool helps reduce inflammation and accelerates cellular repair at the site of the injury.
- Electrical Stimulation: This therapy sends pulses to the affected muscles to help reduce pain signals, decrease swelling, and prevent muscle atrophy during the healing process.
Make Chiropractic Part of Your Path to Long-Term Healing
Our goal is not just to provide temporary relief, but to ensure your body heals correctly so you don't develop chronic problems. We document your injuries accurately and monitor your progress closely. By combining Dr. Swigert’s expertise in extremity adjusting with modern soft tissue therapies, we provide a professional path toward reclaiming your health and mobility.
We understand the stress that follows an auto accident, and we are here to handle the clinical side of your recovery with compassion and expertise. Let us help you get back to feeling like yourself again.
Schedule a comprehensive evaluation with Dr. Mark Swigert, DC, at Live Well Chiropractic in Spanish Fort, AL, by calling 251-459-0098.
