Overview
Nancy came to HealthWorks after a serious car accident left her neck no longer moving the way it should, along with more frequent headaches and migraines. Through a thorough evaluation and a committed treatment plan, she has regained mobility, reduced her pain, and now goes whole weeks without needing to come in.
Video Testimonial
Watch Nancy share her recovery story and her experience with chiropractic care at HealthWorks in her own words.
Why Nancy First Visited HealthWorks
Nancy’s trouble began with a serious car accident. Over time, she noticed her neck was not moving the way it should, and she was dealing with more headaches and more migraines than before. She had been seeing Tasha, a massage therapist, who after a few sessions told her she needed interventional help and encouraged her to have her neck and upper back properly evaluated. That referral is what brought Nancy to HealthWorks. For anyone searching for a car accident chiropractor after a similar experience, her story shows what a thorough evaluation can uncover.
The Most Thorough Exam She Had Ever Had
Nancy says she had never had a visit be so thorough. The team took x-rays, careful measurements, and did everything needed to really check her out. Dr. Taylor spent about an hour with her, taking a complete history and examining her physically before creating a plan. The findings were not great news, but there was a clear plan, and Nancy committed to it.
Looking at the Whole Body
Part of Nancy’s evaluation was measuring how her body was holding itself after the wreck. The team checked whether her hips were level and whether she put more weight on one foot than the other, using special scales for a precise reading. They took x-rays to see how she held her head and shoulders, building a full picture of how much damage the accident had done and how her body had been compensating ever since. Importantly, all of this happened before they ever adjusted her, to make sure nothing was made worse.
A Gentle Alternative to Traditional Adjustments
Nancy had been to chiropractors before, but this was her first experience with upper cervical care. She had reached a point where she no longer wanted her neck adjusted by twisting and jerking. What made HealthWorks different was the ability to guide her atlas back into place with a precise tool, without the twisting she wanted to avoid. For her, that gentle approach made all the difference.
Nancy’s Results
With her plan in motion, Nancy now has much more mobility and far less pain. There are whole weeks when she does not have to come in at all, because her body is finally working the way it should. For someone who came in with lingering headaches and migraines after car accident trauma, that steady progress has been a welcome change.
Nancy’s Advice for Anyone on the Fence
For anyone who is unsure or wants more information, Nancy’s advice is clear: this is the most comprehensive exam and plan they will find. It takes everything into account, from posture to the small compensations the body makes to stay out of pain, and the team has an answer for each of them. She also loves the welcoming atmosphere and a front desk that works hard to fit busy schedules, which is why she does not go anywhere else.
Chiropractic Care in Plano
HealthWorks provides gentle, precise upper cervical care for the Plano community. Whether you are recovering from a car accident, living with headaches or migraines after car accident trauma, or looking for a car accident chiropractor who takes a thorough, whole-body approach, our team is here to help you find the source and move forward with a clear plan.
Schedule a Visit
To learn more about upper cervical care and what to expect at your first visit, contact HealthWorks or schedule an appointment through our website.