A shoulder injury after an auto accident can result from the impact of the accident, which can be associated with whiplash, broken bones, or soft tissue damage. Depending upon the root cause of the auto accident injury, patients can experience pain, limited range of motion, and numbness in the fingers. Seeing a chiropractor for shoulder pain after an auto accident can help manage pain and heal the damage using non-invasive and drug-free methods. Our team at Big Chiropractic in Pittsburgh is ready to treat your auto accident injury.
Common Shoulder Injuries Caused by Auto Accidents
Auto accidents cause damage to body tissue, which can cause pain and discomfort in patients. For example, some of the most common shoulder injuries after a car accident include soft tissue damage, whiplash, rotator cuff tears, fractures, dislocations, SLAP tears, and shoulder impingement.
Signs of a Shoulder Injury
Everyone exhibits different signs of a shoulder injury, primarily based on how the shoulder was injured. However, some common symptoms you may suffer from a shoulder injury include pain, stiffness, numbness, tingling, weakness, tenderness, inflammation, limited range of motion, discoloration, bruising, and popping or cracking sounds when moving. Other symptoms may include upper back and neck pain, instability in the shoulder joint, and muscle spasms in the shoulders or arms.
Contact Big Chiropractic in Pittsburgh, PA
The impact of an auto accident can cause significant damage to the body and many people experience pain from shoulder injuries. If you have been involved in a car accident and are experiencing shoulder pain or tenderness, schedule an appointment with Dr. Hrabovsky to diagnose the root cause and start treatment for pain management. Call Big Chiropractic today at (412) 708-3887 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.
