Extremity Injury Care After a Car Accident in Tucson
Shoulder, Hip & Knee Chiropractic Treatment for Joint Pain & Limited Mobility
Car accidents don’t just affect the neck and back, they can also cause significant damage to your shoulders, hips, knees, and other extremities. Whether it’s from seatbelt trauma, impact during the crash, or bracing yourself during a collision, joint pain and restricted movement in your limbs can affect every part of your day.
At Ornelas Chiropractic, we provide targeted extremity injury care to relieve pain, restore function, and help you heal, naturally and without surgery.
Why Extremity Injuries Happen in Accidents
During a crash, your body may be thrown against the door, dashboard, or seatbelt. The resulting force can stress or dislocate joints, overstretch ligaments, or cause inflammation and muscle strain in your extremities.
Common causes of extremity injuries after accidents include:
Seatbelt compression injuries
Bracing for impact
Side-impact or T-bone crashes
Airbag deployment
Direct trauma to limbs
Common Symptoms We Treat
Shoulder pain or rotator cuff irritation
Hip pain or reduced flexibility
Knee pain or instability
Popping, grinding, or stiffness in the joints
Numbness, tingling, or radiating pain into arms or legs
Trouble walking, lifting, or rotating the joint
Lingering pain that worsens with movement
If you’re experiencing joint pain after an accident, chiropractic care can offer a safe and effective alternative to medication or surgery.
How We Treat Extremity Injuries at Ornelas Chiropractic
Our chiropractors specialize in joint-specific rehab tailored to the needs of each patient. We assess the full scope of your injury and create a customized plan to restore movement and reduce pain.
Your care may include:
Joint mobilization and adjustments for shoulders, hips, or knees
Manual therapy to relieve tight muscles and break down scar tissue
Ultrasound or electrical stimulation to reduce inflammation
Rehabilitative exercises to rebuild strength and range of motion
Postural training to improve weight distribution and movement
