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Car Accident Injury Minneapolis

Many auto accident injuries don't show symptoms right after the crash; sometimes pain appears days or weeks later. Even without symptoms, damage to the musculoskeletal system and soft tissues can happen immediately. Our chiropractors and wellness team have helped thousands of Minneapolis patients safely recover from whiplash and other auto injuries.

Why You Should Get Checked Out Right Away

Because the body produces adrenaline at the time of an accident, a natural pain killer, people often feel fine in the moment and only notice the full impact days or weeks later. Besides whiplash, crash victims commonly report that they don't "feel like their normal selves," along with:

  • Headaches, dizziness or blurred vision
  • Neck pain, back pain, muscle stiffness or spasms
  • Numbness and tingling in the arms or legs
  • Fatigue, difficulty sleeping, irritability or trouble concentrating

Passengers can be hurt more than the driver, especially in a side-impact or T-bone collision, and children can suffer the same injuries as adults without visible bruising, so watch your children closely after any accident.

Chiropractor checking neck range of motion after a car accident injury
Chiropractor reviewing a spine X-ray with an auto injury patient

Why Chiropractic Care Works for Auto Injuries

The most common auto accident injuries are sprains and strains of the spinal muscles and ligaments, and chiropractors are trained in the biomechanics of the body and treat these injuries every day. X-rays or MRIs, when indicated, can check for structural damage.

Lyn Lake Chiropractic offers same-day appointments and routinely evaluates and treats auto accident patients, making referrals to other providers when necessary. If we can't help, we'll refer you to a doctor or facility that can.

Office Hours (Both Locations)

Monday:    8:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday:    2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wednesday:    8:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Thursday:    2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Friday:    8:00 am – 1:00 pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

I don't feel hurt after my accident. Should I still get checked out?

Yes. Many auto injury symptoms, including whiplash, don't appear until days or weeks after the crash due to the body's natural adrenaline response. Getting checked early can prevent minor injuries from becoming serious, lasting problems.

What symptoms should I watch for after a car accident?

Headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, neck or back pain, muscle stiffness, numbness or tingling in the arms or legs, fatigue, difficulty sleeping and trouble concentrating can all be signs of an auto injury.

Can children be injured in a car accident even without visible bruising?

Yes. Children can sustain the same soft tissue injuries as adults even when there's no broken bone or visible bruising, so it's important to have them evaluated too.

Why is chiropractic care recommended for auto accident injuries?

Chiropractic care is highly effective for the sprains and strains of spinal muscles and ligaments that are the most common injuries in auto accidents, addressing the underlying soft tissue damage directly.

How quickly can I get an appointment after an accident?

Lyn Lake Chiropractic offers same-day appointments and a 24-hour answering service, so you can get evaluated and start treatment as soon as possible.