What Causes Numbness and Tingling After a Crash?
Tingling, burning, or numbness are often signs of nerve irritation or compression. After a car accident, these symptoms can result from whiplash, spinal misalignment, or direct trauma to the spine or soft tissues.
Common causes include:
- Whiplash or neck strain affecting cervical nerves
- Herniated or bulging discs pressing on spinal nerves
- Misalignment in the neck or lower back
- Muscle inflammation or scar tissue compressing nerve pathways
- Trauma to shoulders, arms, hips, or legs
- Referred symptoms from concussion or spinal trauma
Tingling may affect one limb or both, and could appear hours or even days after the incident.
Areas Where Numbness or Tingling May Occur:
- Fingers, hands, or arms (often from cervical nerve issues)
- Legs, feet, or toes (often related to lumbar spine trauma)
- Face or jaw (can be related to TMJ or concussion)
- Along one side of the body
- Accompanied by weakness, stiffness, or loss of coordination
Our Approach to Treatment:
We treat numbness and tingling by identifying and addressing the root cause—often involving nerve pressure in the spine or surrounding tissue. Care includes:
- Gentle chiropractic adjustments to reduce nerve interference
- Soft tissue therapy to ease inflammation
- Postural correction and mobility support
- Referrals for imaging (MRI) or neurologist consults if needed
- Auto insurance, MedPay, and lien billing support—often no upfront cost
Why Choose San Diego Auto Injury Center?
- Extensive experience with post-accident nerve and spinal symptoms
- San Diego’s trusted auto injury team
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) staff
- Legal and insurance coordination
- Free consultations and patient-first care plans
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Patient Testimonial:
“I had pins and needles in my arms and thought it was normal. The doctor found the real issue and helped me regain full feeling again. Can’t thank them enough.”
– Joe T., Bonita
FAQs:
Q: What if the tingling comes and goes?
A: That’s still a sign of possible nerve irritation. It should be evaluated before symptoms worsen.
Q: Can this be caused by whiplash even if my arms weren’t injured?
A: Yes. Whiplash can affect the cervical spine, leading to arm or hand symptoms.
Q: Do I need a neurologist or imaging first?
A: Not always. We’ll assess your case and refer you if appropriate.
Q: What does treatment involve?
A: We focus on reducing the pressure or tension affecting your nerves and improving spinal health over time.
Experiencing tingling or numbness after a car accident in San Diego? Book your free consultation today and start your path to relief.