; of her patients come for does allow the choice of )me may want to be free it to have a complete corâ€" oice is up to the patient. go to a ractor A Whiplash injury is usually the result of a sudden backward, forward, or sideways motion of the head and neck. It may happen as the result of a bad fall, car accident, or sudden blow to the neck area. The Research Crash Council of the U.S.A.F. has demonstrated that the normal neck may withstand a forward snapping of 50 times the force of gravity before producing major injury, whereas a backward snapping acceleration of only 5 times the force of gravity may be tolerated. Since a car traveling only 25 miles an hour creates a force exceeding 3,400 pounds, the impact of a crash at this speed may exert several tons of force on the victim‘s neck. A severe whiplash injury can usually be detected immediately after a mishap. Severe headaches, neck Research has shown that many recurring or migraine headaches are related to a misalignment of one or more vertebra in the neck. Since the nerves and blood vessels pass through small openings between these vertebrae, a misalignment may substanâ€" tially decrease the amount of blood and nerve impulses going to the face and brain. Research has shown that many chronic headaches are caused by irritation of the nerves in the neck. Usually, this irritation can be traced to an injury. In many cases, the headache sufferer was not aware that the neck was injured. As the only link between the head and the rest of the body, the neck is vulnerable to even slight jars which may cause a misalignment of the vertebrae in the neck. Of course, not all headaches are caused by neck problems. Some headaches are caused by disease and everyone has had occasional headaches resulting from abuse of the body through lack of sleep, anxiety, improper nutrition, or too many cocktails. Chiropractic fees are very reasonable. Many people do not realize that Chiropractic care is covered under most insurance plans, including Blue Cross, worker‘s compensation and automobile insurance. Most insurance carriers recognize the importance of Chiropractic care and the benefits it offers as preventative maintenance for the body. In addiâ€" tion, our office offers budget plans to make care affordable. The fact remains that many headaches are caused by irritation of the nerves, usually in the neck. No therapeutic method apâ€" proaches chiropractic health care in correcting abnormalities of the neck. If you suffer from headaches on a regular basis, call Nottinghill Place Chiropractic Clinic at 827â€" 4197 without delay to set up an appointment for a consultation and examination. Isn‘t Chiropractic care expensive? and shoulder pain, dizziness, and blurred vision are often the result. However, a mild whiplash injury may take hours, weeks, or even months before the sympâ€" toms are detectable. And in some cases, whiplash pain may appear at the time of injury and then decrease as time goes by. Severe symptoms may crop up later when excessive stress is placed on the spine, indicating the longterm effects of an untreated whiplash injury. Most whiplash injuries, including mild cases, are more than just "a pain in the neck". They may permaâ€" nently damage the vertebrae and connective tissues. The impact of a whiplash injury may damage tendons, ligaments, and muscles that protect and cushion your spine. Depending on the severity of the injury, your If you suffer from these condiâ€" tions, you know how serious they are. Depending on the severity of the condition, your problem may range from a miserable existence to life threatening gasps for air. Chances are you have tried every possible overâ€"theâ€"counter medication and have even called upon the help of other health care specialists to find relief from these agonizing conditions. If you suffer from or have been told you must live with these conditions, we urge you to read on! The underlying cause of many conditions like this is a verteâ€" bral subluxation of the spine. These misalignments impinge a nerve and interfere with the proper transmission of impulses from the brain to the body. The body‘s immune system is weakâ€" ened due to the lack of inforâ€" Chiropractic care is great for everyone! Often the first mis alignments of the spine occur during the birthing process. And years of falls, twists, stress, and jars can take a toll on your spine. Young and old, business professionals, conâ€" struction workers, and athletes can benefit from gentle Chiropractic care. The above symptoms are usually related to a whiplash injury and indicate the need for chiropractic care. Call Nottinghill Place Chiropractic Clinic immediately at 827â€"4197 if you suffer from any of these symptoms... they may develop into more serious conditions. Warning: Q Recurring Headaches (one or both sides) Q Backache or Leg Pain Q Head or Neck Pain Q Neck or Shoulder Pain Q Neck Stiffness P Q Dizziness, Loss of Balance, or Blackouts Q Numbness of Arms, Hands, Shoulders, Feet, or Legs spine may be significantly less stable. Dr. Simpson is specially skilled in treating many whiplash injuries. By returning the misaligned verteâ€" brae to their proper position, many of the symptoms and discomforts associated with a whiplash injury may be relieved. It is important to note that whiplash injuries respond best to chiropractic care when treatment is initiated immediately after the injury. For these reasons, it is important to visit Nottinghill Place Chiropractic Clinic immediately after any injury to the neck, no matter how slight. Through careful monitoring and gentle, corrective adjustments, Dr. Simpson may help you avoid serious problems later. Who is Chiropractic good for? mation from the brain and may start to function incorrectly. Dr. Simpson is specially skilled in locating and correcting these vertebral subluxations. Once the vertebrae are returned to their normal position, your body is able to communicate properly and your immune system is able to function correctly. Gentle, effective chiropractic care has brought relief to many patients suffering from asthma, allergies, or sinus problems and may be able to help you. If you suffer from these condiâ€" tions and have found no relief, give Nottinghill Place Chiropracâ€" tic Clinic a try. Call us at 827â€"4197.