Back Pain After Auto Injury in Keller, TX
Upper or lower back pain can be a life-altering injury after a car accident. The shearing forces of a collision place tremendous stress on the spine, and whether you were in a high-speed crash or a minor fender bender, residual spinal problems can follow you for years if not properly addressed. At Performance Chiropractic Clinic, auto injury care is a specialty, and Dr. Dennis James uses gentle, no-twist techniques to restore function and support healing.
What Causes Back Pain After a Collision?
Back pain from an auto accident can result from injury to the muscles, ligaments, discs, and joints anywhere along the spine. Common injuries include muscle strains and spasm, ligament sprains, facet joint irritation, and disc bulges or herniations that may cause radiating pain into the legs, often called sciatica.
It is important to have your spine evaluated as soon as possible to determine the extent of the injury and to support proper healing so residual effects can be limited. Many people wait because pain is mild at first, but symptoms often have a delayed onset.
Your Visit to Our Keller Office
When you arrive, our friendly team will welcome you, and you will have a thorough consultation with Dr. James. The appropriate examination and diagnostic testing, which may include digital X-rays and Insight™ scans from our advanced technology suite, will be completed to determine the cause and extent of your injury. If findings indicate a fracture, significant nerve compression, or another condition requiring medical or surgical evaluation, we will refer you.
In many cases, gentle chiropractic and acupuncture techniques are an excellent choice for these injuries, helping to increase range of motion, decrease inflammation, and restore proper function and nerve flow. Your plan may include Zone Healing and gentle chiropractic, needle-less acupuncture, spinal decompression for disc injuries, and shockwave therapy. Learn more on our back pain page.
Back Pain After a Car Accident FAQs
Can a minor fender bender cause back pain?
Yes. Even low-speed collisions can generate enough force to strain spinal muscles, ligaments, joints, and discs.
Why did my back pain start days after the accident?
Adrenaline can mask pain initially, and inflammation often builds over the following days, so delayed back pain is common.
Can a car accident cause a herniated disc?
Yes. The forces of a collision can injure spinal discs, sometimes causing radiating pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs.
Will my back be twisted during treatment?
No. Dr. James uses precise, gentle techniques with no twisting or turning of the spine.
Can spinal decompression help after an accident?
For disc-related injuries, gentle spinal decompression may help reduce pressure on the discs and nerves as part of a comprehensive plan.
What are the risks of not treating back pain after an accident?
Untreated injuries can lead to chronic pain, ongoing joint restriction, and degenerative changes over time.
Start Healing Your Back Today
Call Performance Chiropractic Clinic at (817) 337-3636 to schedule your consultation with Dr. James in Keller, TX .