Auto Injury Care at Ocean Chiropractic Center
If you have been in a car accident, you may have suffered a whiplash‑type injury even if symptoms are not immediate. Ocean Chiropractic Center in San Francisco offers gentle, specialized auto injury care to help you recover fully and avoid long‑term pain.
- No health insurance needed!
- We can help you today.
- You do not need to see an attorney first.
When you are injured and in pain, the last thing you want is more discomfort. Call (415) 841-0115 to schedule your free consultation.
We Listen, We Care, We Get Results
We Listen
As one of San Francisco’s trusted chiropractors for auto accidents, Ocean Chiropractic Center is different because we truly listen. The free consultation lets us sit down with you to understand your needs and concerns.
We Care
Dr. Fretty has treated hundreds of auto accident victims and understands the real pain you are going through—the whiplash, headaches, neck pain, arm pain, and even low back pain. These injuries are real and can disrupt your life.
We Get Results
The clinic uses both the latest techniques and time‑tested methods, including the precise Gonstead Technique to correct the structural damage from whiplash injuries. This is why attorneys throughout California refer their auto accident clients to Ocean Chiropractic Center.
Whiplash Causes Permanent Damage If Untreated
“I thought it would go away.” We hear this too often. Waiting is like ignoring your car’s oil light while driving faster. Your body was damaged in the accident, just like your vehicle. It needs proper repair.
Slow‑impact whiplash fools you. Even low‑speed accidents (5–10 mph) can generate 50–100 mph forces on your neck. At 10 mph, your body experiences 5–10 Gs of force—more than a fighter pilot in combat.
Two types of whiplash injuries:
- Immediate symptoms
- Delayed symptoms (weeks, months, or even years later)
Whiplash affects the neck, back, shoulders, arms, and even mid/low back. Don’t let it become chronic.
Symptoms of Whiplash
Common whiplash symptoms include:
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Shoulder, arm, or hand pain/numbness
- Mid and low back pain
- Headaches, dizziness, blurred vision
- Facial pain, ringing ears, vertigo, hoarseness
You may experience one or many symptoms. Each person’s injury is unique.
Why Most Doctors Miss Whiplash
Emergency rooms, general doctors, and even some physical therapists often miss the full extent of whiplash injuries. They prescribe muscle relaxers, pain pills, and NSAIDs, which only mask symptoms without addressing the damage.
Effects of improper treatment:
- Scar tissue formation
- Permanent joint instability
- Disc degeneration
- Lifelong pain (fibrosis)
Chiropractic is the most effective approach. A study found 93% of whiplash patients improved with chiropractic care—better results than conventional medical treatment.
The 3 Phases of Healing After Auto Injury
Your body heals in 3 phases, and chiropractic care + physiotherapy is the most effective approach:
1. Acute Inflammatory Phase (24–72 hours)
Ice therapy + correction prevents complications.
2. Regeneration Phase (3 days–3–6 months)
Chiropractic adjustments + passive therapies maximize joint function and collagen repair.
3. Remodeling Phase (2 weeks–1+ year)
New tissue strengthens. Continued chiropractic care ensures proper remodeling.
Chiropractic first, drugs second, surgery last.
Don’t Take Unnecessary Chances
Auto accidents tear ligaments, muscles, and tendons, displace vertebrae, and pinch nerves. Without proper care:
- Vertebrae heal in wrong positions
- Disc decay develops
- Soft tissues form scar tissue
- Permanent instability results
Slow‑impact injuries hide. 300+ auto accidents happen monthly in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Even minor crashes cause serious internal damage.
Protect Your Rights
Insurance companies want you to settle quickly for minimal compensation. Hidden injuries may surface later, leaving you with chronic pain and no coverage.
Preserve your rights:
- Get a thorough evaluation before signing anything
- Document injuries properly
- Work with experienced auto injury specialists
Ocean Chiropractic Center works with attorneys and insurance carriers. We document your care thoroughly.
The Good News
Ocean Chiropractic Center specializes in whiplash recovery without drugs or surgery. Our doctors have helped thousands of auto accident victims avoid long‑term pain and drug dependency.
Call (415) 841-0115 today for your comprehensive exam. We work with you regardless of attorney status. Our priority is your recovery.
First, count your blessings—you survived. Then, get proper care to avoid a lifetime of pain.