In the aftermath of a car accident, the stress of vehicle repairs and insurance claims often takes center stage. However, even a minor fender-bender on 45th St or a collision near the Horace expressway can leave your body with "hidden" injuries that manifest days or weeks later.
At illumINNATE Walk-In Family Chiropractic, we specialize in helping families across Fargo, West Fargo, and Horace recover from auto accident injuries through natural, non-invasive care. Here is why seeking chiropractic treatment immediately after an accident is vital for your long-term health.
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries following an auto accident. It occurs when the head is suddenly jerked forward and backward, stretching the ligaments and muscles in the neck beyond their normal range.
What many drivers in the Fargo-Moorhead area don’t realize is that whiplash can occur at speeds as low as 5 mph. Because of the adrenaline surge during a crash, you may not feel the "stiff neck" or "tension headache" until 48 to 72 hours later. By then, inflammation has already begun to set in.
Not all injuries show up on an X-ray or cause immediate bleeding. Soft tissue damage and spinal misalignments (subluxations) are "invisible" injuries that can lead to chronic pain if left unaddressed. Our team in South Fargo is trained to detect these misalignments and restore your nervous system's "innate intelligence" to begin the healing process.
Physical trauma causes micro-tears in the muscles and ligaments. The body heals these by creating scar tissue, which is less flexible than healthy tissue and can cause long-term stiffness. Chiropractic adjustments help break up this scar tissue and reduce the production of inflammatory cytokines, allowing you to regain your range of motion faster.
Many patients are hesitant to rely on prescription painkillers, which often mask symptoms rather than fixing the cause. Chiropractic care offers a natural alternative. By realigning the spine, we take the pressure off pinched nerves and compressed discs, addressing the root source of your back or neck pain.
Untreated auto injuries are a leading cause of premature arthritis and chronic migraines. Early intervention—ideally within the first 14 days of an accident—significantly improves the chances of a full recovery and prevents the development of permanent joint degeneration.
We understand that your schedule is busier than ever. Whether you live in West Fargo, Fargo, Horace or the surrounding area, we make care accessible:
No Appointments Necessary: As a walk-in clinic, you can come in the moment you feel discomfort.
Comprehensive Evaluations: We offer spinal decompression, electrical muscle stimulation, and customized adjustment plans.
Family-Focused: From pediatric care for children in the backseat to prenatal care for expectant mothers, we treat the whole family.
Insurance Friendly: We work with major providers like Sanford Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield to ensure your focus stays on healing.
If you’ve recently been in an accident in the Fargo-Moorhead area, don’t wait for symptoms to become unbearable. Visit us at 5675 26th Ave S, Suite 140, Fargo, or text us at 701-658-5883 to start your recovery journey today.