Work Injury Chiropractic Care

Often, people dismiss the severity of their injuries—or certainly, the urgency of treating them. Keep in mind that the many work injuries do not manifest for days or weeks after the accident that caused them.

Some injured workers might simply return to their work and their lives without giving the matter a second thought, much less acting on it. But many work injuries—especially those involving the musculoskeletal system—can grow progressively worse if untreated. 

The complications result in greater pain, more time off work, and more costly treatments.

Treat your work injuries as soon as possible helped by a work injuries chiropractor. If you wait too long, the injury may become worse, treatment more intense, and the pain longer-lasting.

At our clinic, treatments are tailored specifically for you. That’s because treating the source of the injury can be more complex than simply treating the symptoms. By taking the time to treat the root of your pain, we can help you find lasting relief. Patients are often able to reduce, or even stop the use of pain relieving drugs that were a necessity before chiropractic care. 

At Westerfield Wellness Clinic, we treat all work injuries related to the musculoskeletal system, including:

• Back injuries (sprains, strains, disc problems)
• Neck injuries (sprains, strains, joint dysfunction)
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Headaches (caused by muscle tension, joint dysfunction, or poor posture)
• Bursitis
• Tendinitis
• Rotator cuff injuries
• Extremity numbness or tingling

We always put the patient first, and our clinic effectively tailors treatments for the individual. Dr. Westerfield puts a treatment plan in place that helps patients recover their full range of motion, reduce inflammation, and stop pain. In order to do this we cross-utilize from multiple medical disciplines. These include rehabilitative therapies performed both in-clinic and at home, including: 

• Manual adjustments and motion therapy – After a work-related accident, damage can negatively impact your range of motion. Desk jobs often lead to lower back pain, and falls frequently lead to neck and spinal injuries. Adjustments help to re-align your spine, and motion therapy stretches targeted muscle groups. This can free tight muscles and restore mobility.
• Exercise therapy – Rehabilitation that utilizes exercise works on several levels. It helps to stretch and strengthen weakened muscle groups, and prevent damage in the future. This doesn’t just deliver relief, it’s also a preventative measure. Increasing the elasticity of muscle fibers reduces the chance of tearing and further injury.