ACCIDENT INJURY AWARENESS
After a car accident, it is important to monitor your symptoms and watch for warning signs. These warning signs could indicate serious health complications. In addition to pain in your neck and back, common whiplash symptoms include:
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Headaches
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Dizziness
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Impaired memory or concentration
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Visual disturbances
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Tingling in your extremities
Regardless of the level of your symptoms, it is essential to see a chiropractor for an evaluation. If you experience any of the following symptoms, contact Seattle Wellness Group (206) 826-1005:
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Numbness or Weakness in Your Extremities
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Personality Changes
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Difficulty Swallowing or Breathing
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Severe Pain
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Clumsiness When Walking
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Loss of Consciousness
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Nausea or Vomiting
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Seizures
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Severe Headaches/ Migraines
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Pupils Overly Dilated or Too Small
Even seemingly minor auto accidents can lead to painful long-term conditions when not treated properly. At Seattle Wellness Group, we use a phased approach to treating car accident related injuries. We consider both your short and long term health concerns.
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Quickly Reduce Pain
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Restore and Preserve Joint Range of Motion
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Prevent Scar Tissue Formation
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Reduce the Likelihood of Long-Term Health Complications, Such as Migraines/ Headaches
After we accept you into care, it is our initial goal to treat pain by decreasing inflammation and the intensity of muscle spasms, followed by manual adjustments. Throughout the entire treatment process, we listen carefully to how your symptoms are changing to tailor our treatments accordingly.
We collaborate with you along the entire journey back to optimum health by providing at-home techniques and general tips for restoring strength, regaining mobility, and maintaining comfort in a pain-free life.
