Neck Pain and Stiffness Relief

Neck Pain and Stiffness Relief After a Car Accident in Tucson

Restore Motion, Reduce Inflammation & Get Natural Relief from Crash-Related Neck Injuries

Neck pain is one of the most common symptoms people experience after a car accident, especially in sudden stops or rear end collisions. Even if there are no visible injuries, the force of the crash can strain muscles, shift vertebrae, and limit your ability to move comfortably.

At Ornelas Chiropractic, we provide targeted, non-invasive chiropractic care to relieve neck stiffness and pain caused by seatbelt trauma, whiplash, or rapid deceleration injuries.

What Causes Neck Pain After an Accident?

During a collision, your head can snap forward and backward quickly, even at low speeds. This motion strains the soft tissues in your neck and upper back, often resulting in:

  • Muscle tightness

  • Ligament sprains

  • Joint misalignment

  • Nerve irritation or compression

  • Localized inflammation

These injuries may not show up on X-rays, but they can cause long-term issues if left untreated.

Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore:

  • Stiffness or difficulty turning your head

  • Sharp or aching neck pain

  • Headaches starting at the base of the skull

  • Shoulder tension or upper back soreness

  • Dizziness or visual disturbances

  • Pain that worsens with motion or activity

How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Our neck pain treatment plans are customized for post-accident recovery and focus on realigning the spine, relieving pressure, and restoring motion, all without invasive procedures.

Our treatments may include:

  • Gentle cervical spine adjustments to correct misalignment

  • Soft tissue therapy to reduce muscle tension and spasms

  • Heat or cold therapy to manage inflammation

  • Guided stretching and posture exercises to rebuild range of motion

  • Complementary treatments such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation