One of the most common times people seek chiropractic treatment is after an auto accident. As a result of an auto accident the musculoskeletal system can become misaligned due to the force of the impact. This can then cause spinal pain and other ailments including whiplash injury: when the neck is jolted rapidly backward and forward causing strain and microscopic tearing of the soft tissue. Even if you don’t think you have been injured after a car accident, you may start to experience discomfort or headaches several months after the fact. We highly recommend seeing a chiropractor as soon as possible after a motor vehicle accident. Therapeutic assessment and treatment are most effective if started immediately after the accident.