Auto accidents can be traumatic—not just emotionally or financially, but physically. Even seemingly minor fender-benders can cause musculoskeletal injuries that disrupt your life. The neck, back, and spine are especially vulnerable, and pain often lingers long after the impact. Fortunately, chiropractic care offers a non-invasive, drug-free solution to treat these injuries at the source and restore your body to optimal health.
At Newbold Chiropractic, we specialize in chiropractic treatment for auto injuries, serving Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, and Montara, CA. Our evidence-based, personalized care can help relieve your pain, improve your function, and prevent chronic problems.
Who Can Benefit from Chiropractic Care After a Car Accident?
Chiropractic care is beneficial for anyone involved in an auto accident—regardless of age, the severity of the crash, or whether you’re currently experiencing pain. Some injuries may take hours or days to manifest due to the adrenaline and shock that follow a collision. That’s why early intervention is key.
You may benefit from chiropractic care if you:
- Experience neck stiffness, headaches, or dizziness
- Notice low back pain or difficulty bending/sitting
- Suffer from shoulder tension or pain between the shoulder blades
- Feel numbness or tingling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
- Have limited range of motion in your spine or joints
- Were involved in a rear-end collision, often associated with whiplash
- Prefer natural, drug-free healing options
Chiropractic care is also highly effective for children, seniors, and individuals already managing chronic conditions that may be worsened by a car accident.
What Happens to Your Body in a Car Accident?
Even low-speed impacts can create powerful forces that jerk the body in unnatural ways. A typical auto accident can cause:
- Whiplash – A rapid back-and-forth motion of the neck, often from rear-end collisions
- Disc injuries – Herniated or bulging discs due to compressive forces on the spine
- Joint dysfunction – Misalignments or restricted motion in the spinal vertebrae
- Soft tissue damage – Microtears in muscles, ligaments, or tendons
- Concussions – Even without head impact, the brain may be jostled inside the skull
These injuries don’t always show up on X-rays and may be overlooked by urgent care or ER visits. That’s where chiropractic shines—it looks beyond broken bones and targets structural and functional health.
What Chiropractic Treatment Involves
At Newbold Chiropractic, we begin with a comprehensive exam, including:
- Orthopedic and neurological testing
- Postural and biomechanical assessment
- Range of motion and palpation exams
- Review of your accident details and medical history
Based on your unique case, we create a custom treatment plan that may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments – Realigning spinal joints to restore motion and relieve nerve pressure
- Manual therapy and trigger point work – Easing muscle tension and promoting circulation
- Flexion-distraction table therapy – A gentle, safe method to treat disc injuries and decompress the spine
- Therapeutic stretching and exercises – Improving flexibility and promoting muscular balance
- Lifestyle coaching and ergonomic advice – Helping you avoid reinjury and support healing at home
This holistic approach doesn’t just mask symptoms—it corrects the underlying dysfunction causing your pain.
Where to Get Chiropractic Care for Auto Accidents on the Coastside
Newbold Chiropractic is your trusted local provider for auto injury treatment. Conveniently located at:
📍 455 Avenue Alhambra, Suite 6, Half Moon Bay, CA
We proudly serve the greater coastside region, including:
- El Granada
- Moss Beach
- Montara
- San Mateo County coastal communities
Our modern, welcoming clinic provides compassionate care in a calm setting where your healing is our priority. We work with personal injury attorneys, insurance companies, and accept lien-based cases, so you can focus on getting better, not the paperwork.
When Should You See a Chiropractor After an Accident?
The sooner, the better.
Pain doesn’t always appear immediately after a collision. Delayed onset symptoms—such as headaches, neck stiffness, or lower back pain—may surface days or weeks later. Waiting too long to seek care can result in:
- Chronic pain due to untreated inflammation
- Joint degeneration and loss of mobility
- Scar tissue buildup that limits flexibility
- Insurance complications due to delayed documentation
Seeing a chiropractor within 72 hours of your accident helps document your injuries, initiate proper treatment, and ensure a faster, more complete recovery.
Why Chiropractic Is Essential for Auto Injury Recovery
Chiropractic care offers several unique benefits:
1. Drug-Free, Non-Surgical Pain Relief
Rather than relying on painkillers or invasive procedures, chiropractic addresses the root causes of discomfort by realigning the spine and relieving pressure on nerves.
2. Restores Structural Balance
Car accidents often cause misalignments (subluxations) that disrupt the body’s natural biomechanics. Chiropractic adjustments help restore symmetry and function.
3. Prevents Long-Term Damage
Early chiropractic care reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and prevents scar tissue formation that could lead to chronic pain syndromes or arthritis.
4. Improves Nerve Communication
Spinal health directly affects the nervous system. By improving spinal alignment, chiropractic care supports better nerve flow, boosting overall health and energy levels.
5. Whole-Body Wellness
Chiropractic isn’t just about the spine—it supports total wellness, including posture, mental clarity, immunity, and stress reduction.
Why Choose Newbold Chiropractic?
At Newbold Chiropractic, you're not just a case number—we see you as a whole person. Led by Dr. Sidhartha Jandial, DC, our clinic combines advanced training with a personalized, patient-first approach. Dr. Jandial brings years of experience in treating spinal trauma, disc injuries, soft tissue damage, and post-collision care.
Our values include:
- Precision – Every treatment is tailored to your exact needs
- Compassion – We listen, educate, and empower you to heal
- Community commitment – Proudly serving Half Moon Bay and the Coastside since 1983
- Integrated care – We work closely with medical doctors, personal injury attorneys, and insurance carriers
Whether you’re suffering from a recent crash or dealing with lingering pain from a past accident, we’re here to help you feel whole again.
Real-World Outcomes and Scientific Support
Multiple studies confirm the effectiveness of chiropractic care after auto accidents:
- A 2008 study published in Spine found that chiropractic care improves outcomes for whiplash-associated disorders and helps prevent chronic symptoms (Carroll et al., 2008).
- A 2010 review in the Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association concluded that manual therapy is effective for reducing neck and back pain after collisions (Kaas et al., 2010).
These findings support what patients experience every day—natural, lasting relief from chiropractic care.
Don’t Wait—Schedule Your Auto Injury Exam Today
If you’ve been in an auto accident, time is critical. Even if you feel “fine,” underlying injuries could be developing beneath the surface. Getting evaluated by a chiropractor protects your health, supports insurance documentation, and gives you peace of mind.
📞 Call us now at (650) 726-3300
📍 Visit us at 455 Avenue Alhambra, Suite 6, Half Moon Bay, CA
Let Newbold Chiropractic guide your recovery journey—safely, naturally, and effectively. We serve Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, and Montara, CA. Your body deserves a full recovery. Let’s start today.
References
- Carroll LJ, et al. (2008). Course and prognostic factors for neck pain in whiplash-associated disorders: results of the Bone and Joint Decade 2000–2010 Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders. Spine. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18316689/
- Kaas MJ, et al. (2010). Chiropractic management of patients post motor vehicle accident: a review of the literature. J Can Chiropr Assoc. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20889305/
Appointments with Dr. Jandial are timely, easy and thorough. I know that he will stop at nothing to make sure he has done everything he can to help. For instance, during my last appointment I had something out of place in my back that was not wanting to go back into place. Dr. Jandial tried several different adjustments until one finally worked to get it back into place. I rely on his care to keep my body functioning properly, and would recommend his services to anyone looking for a great and experienced chiropractor.
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Comfort is only a few min away. When I am out of alignment I am in pain for days. In just a few minutes there I feel way better!
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He really goes the extra mile to understand your unique condition and really does an excellent job. I can honestly and happily report that my back pain is significantly diminished since seeing him. The office is also inviting and friendly and always accommodating. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Jandial if you are looking for an amazing local option for chiropractic services.
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