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Whiplash Chiropractor in Fairview, OR

Relief that lasts—without the runaround.

If a crash, sports hit, or sudden jolt left you with neck pain, headaches, or a “not quite right” feeling, you’re not imagining it. 

At Springwater Chiropractic, our whiplash chiropractor team focuses on the real cause—joint irritation, soft-tissue injury, and nerve sensitivity—so you can move, sleep, and think clearly again. This is chiropractic care for whiplash that’s precise, gentle, and built around you.

Whiplash Isn’t “Just Soreness”—And You’re Not Overreacting

Whiplash can show up hours or even days after an impact. It doesn’t always look dramatic, but it can feel overwhelming.

Common after-effects we see every day:

  • Neck stiffness or a “heavy” head that’s hard to hold up
  • Headaches at the base of the skull that creep forward
  • Pain between the shoulder blades or across the traps
  • Dizziness, light sensitivity, brain fog, or trouble focusing
  • Tingling, numbness, or weakness traveling into the arm or hand
  • Jaw tightness, ear fullness, or a “blocked” sensation
  • Anxiety about driving, sleeping, or turning your head quickly

You’re not stuck like this. With the right plan, your body can heal. 

Our chiropractor for whiplash will meet you with empathy, a clear exam, and a step-by-step path back to normal.

What Our Patients Have to Say

Why Choose a Chiropractor for Whiplash?

Because numbing the pain isn’t the same as healing.
Medication may take the edge off, but it can’t restore joint motion, calm irritated nerves, or remodel injured soft tissue. Our chiropractic care for whiplash gently re-introduces healthy movement so tissues recover the way they were designed to.

What better feels like:

Looking for a whiplash chiropractor who treats the cause—not just the symptoms? You’re in the right place.

Whiplash-Related Problems We Treat

Our Whiplash Treatment Approach (Personalized to You)

No cookie-cutter protocols here. Your plan is tailored to the injury, your work/life demands, and how your body responds.

Gentle Cervical Adjustments (Low-Force Options Available)

Restore motion to irritated joints and reduce nerve sensitivity. If you prefer, we can use instrument-assisted or non-thrust mobilization.

Targeted Soft-Tissue Care

Myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and instrument-assisted techniques to ease spasm, reduce adhesions, and improve blood flow.

Traction/Decompression (When Appropriate)

Helps reduce disc and nerve pressure and can calm radiating arm symptoms.

Neuro-Rehab & Movement Retraining

Deep neck flexor activation, scapular stability, graded range-of-motion, nerve glides; vestibular/ocular drills if dizziness or visual strain are present.

Lifestyle & Ergonomic Coaching

Sleep positions, pillow selection, desk setup, drive posture, and pacing strategies to avoid flare-ups.

Collaborative Care

We coordinate with your MD, PT, or dentist (for jaw issues) and order imaging only when it will change your plan.

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Phase 1: Settle the Flare (Days 1–14)

Calm pain and inflammation; gentle mobility; activity modifications; sleep & driving strategies.

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Phase 2: Restore Motion (Weeks 2–6)

Progressive adjustments/mobilization, soft-tissue care, traction/decompression as indicated, and light neuromuscular training.

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Phase 3: Rebuild Strength & Control (Weeks 6–10)

Deep neck flexors, scapular strength, posture endurance, graded return to work/exercise.

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Phase 4: Resilience & Prevention (Weeks 10–16)

Performance progressions, ergonomic fine-tuning, and a simple maintenance plan so relief lasts.

Why Trust Springwater Chiropractic for Whiplash

Whiplash & Cervical Specialists

Years focused on post-impact recovery

Same-Day Appointments

When you hurt, you shouldn’t wait

All Under One Roof

Adjustments, soft-tissue, rehab, and advanced modalities

Evidence-Guided Care

Licensed team, gentle techniques, clear plans

Insurance-Friendly

Most plans accepted, plus PIP for auto injuries

Trusted Locally

serving Fairview and our neighbors for 15+ years

Serving Fairview, OR & Nearby Communities

Springwater Chiropractic proudly serves employees and accident victims in Fairview, OR, as well as:

What You’re Feeling — And Why It’s Happening

It was a low-speed crash. Can whiplash still be serious?

Yes. Even small impacts can create rapid back-and-forth motion of the neck. Ligaments, joints, and muscles can be irritated without broken bones or dramatic scans. If you don’t feel like yourself, that matters—and we listen.

It can be. Inflammation and muscle guarding often build over 24–72 hours. Delayed headaches, stiffness, or dizziness are common after whiplash—and treatable.

Seek urgent medical attention for: severe or worsening headache, double vision, repeated vomiting, loss of consciousness, slurred speech, new weakness or numbness, trouble walking, bowel/bladder changes, or severe neck pain after major trauma. Otherwise, a chiropractor for whiplash is a smart first step—and we’ll refer if anything concerns us.

Whiplash and concussion symptoms can overlap (foggy thinking, light sensitivity, dizziness). We screen for concussion signs and can coordinate with your physician. If concussion is suspected, we adapt care and include gentle vestibular/ocular drills as appropriate.

They shouldn’t. Early on, we use the gentlest techniques your body tolerates—often instrument-assisted or low-amplitude methods. As you improve, we introduce more movement as needed and only with your consent.

That may indicate nerve irritation. Care can include specific joint work, decompression, and nerve glides to reduce pressure and restore normal signaling.

It depends on the injury and how long it’s been. Many patients feel change in the first few visits; complex cases take longer. You’ll get a clear, written plan so expectations are never a mystery.

Only if history/exam findings suggest it or if imaging would change the plan (trauma, neurological deficits, lack of progress). We avoid tests that don’t help you heal.

Absolutely. We’ll pace your return to driving with gentle mobility work, vision drills, posture tips, and confidence-building progressions. Your feelings are valid—we move at your speed.

Short, frequent movement breaks; chin tucks; gentle shoulder-blade squeezes; diaphragmatic breathing; neutral-spine rest with a supportive pillow; and brief icing for acute flares (10–15 min). We’ll tailor a simple routine that fits your day.

Most plans cover chiropractic care for whiplash. We verify benefits up front and accept PIP for auto collisions. If you’re paying out of pocket, we’ll outline clear, affordable options.

Often, yes. Our integrated approach addresses joint motion, soft-tissue quality, nerve sensitivity, and movement control—four pieces that, together, frequently change stubborn cases.

Your body. Your career. Your choice.

Get the specialized care that gets you back to work – not just functioning, but thriving. Because the cost of waiting isn’t just money. It’s everything you’ve worked for.

Don’t let a work injury define your future. Let recovery define your comeback.