You’re driving through Clifton or Jersey City, and someone taps your bumper at a stop sign. The damage to your car is barely visible, and you feel okay—just a little rattled. You exchange info, file a report, and move on with your day. But a few days later, your body tells a different story. Your neck is stiff. Your lower back feels sore. You can’t turn your head comfortably, and getting out of bed takes extra effort.
These are all signs of soft tissue injuries, and they’re far more common—and more serious—than most people realize after what seems like a “minor” accident.
At NJ Injury Center, we treat patients across Bergen, Passaic, Essex, and Hudson Counties who experience pain, tension, and loss of mobility after low-speed crashes. The truth is, your body doesn’t care how fast the vehicles were going. The force of a sudden stop or impact, even at speeds under 15 mph, can stretch or tear muscles, ligaments, and tendons throughout your neck, shoulders, and back.
Unlike broken bones or cuts, soft tissue injuries don’t show up on standard X-rays. That’s why so many patients are told they’re “fine” at the ER, only to deal with ongoing pain in the weeks that follow.
Common Soft Tissue Injuries After a Car Accident
- Whiplash: Caused by sudden neck movement; affects muscles and ligaments in the neck and shoulders.
- Strains and sprains: Overstretching or tearing of muscles or ligaments, leading to inflammation and limited range of motion.
- Myofascial pain: Trigger points or knots in muscle tissue that cause pain, tightness, and headaches.
- Contusions and bruising: Blunt force trauma from seat belts or airbags that damage underlying soft tissue.
Left untreated, these injuries can become chronic, affecting your posture, energy, and quality of life. That’s why early, expert care matters.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
At NJ Injury Center, Dr. Jorge De La Torre and our team use chiropractic techniques and rehabilitative therapies specifically designed to treat soft tissue injuries. Our approach focuses on reducing inflammation, improving circulation, restoring mobility, and rebalancing your body after trauma.
Your personalized care plan may include:
- Gentle spinal adjustments to realign affected areas
- Myofascial release and soft tissue mobilization
- Targeted stretching and rehabilitative exercises
- Electric stimulation therapy to ease muscle tension
We also take care of the paperwork. If you were in a car accident in New Jersey, PIP (Personal Injury Protection)insurance typically covers chiropractic care for soft tissue injuries. Our staff will handle the claim process and coordinate with your personal injury attorney if needed.
Don’t Let a “Small” Accident Lead to Big Problems
Soft tissue injuries don’t heal properly on their own if left untreated. If you were recently in a collision—no matter how minor—and you’re starting to notice discomfort, stiffness, or recurring pain, your body is telling you it needs help.
Schedule your appointment with NJ Injury Center today and let us guide you toward a full recovery.
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