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Assessing And Treating Hidden Injuries After A Car Accident

Collisions cause large amounts of forceful trauma on our bodies, often inflicting neck pain as a result. Soft-tissue injuries might seem minor at first, yet later develop into bigger (perhaps irreparable) issues that need treating by chiropractors. Below are a few ways they may provide relief following auto accidents.

Car accidents can create sudden forces which cause misalignments of both neck and spine, often resulting in soft tissue injury and muscle tears

that lead to inflammation due to poor circulation. Your chiropractor will use adjustment techniques to realign everything so blood flows more freely while decreasing inflammation levels.

Assessing And Treating Hidden Auto Accident Injuries

Following a car crash, neck injuries may not immediately become obvious. Whiplash symptoms could appear hours or days post injury while soft tissue damage could take several days to appear on skin tests or in X-rays. To detect hidden injuries early, treatment with chiropractic services as soon as possible after an incident may help identify potential culprits and initiate early recovery plans for neck discomfort. It is crucial that early diagnoses lead to prompt treatments being put in place immediately following an incident and early identification can help accelerate healing time frames significantly.

Reduce The Chances Of Internal Scar Tissue Formation

Neck muscles and ligaments may become severely injured during car accidents, leaving scar tissue behind as a legacy. Chiropractic treatment repairs microtears to reduce scarring while at the same time normalizing neck motion to normalize muscle activity in your neck region; joint movement will then allow more free range for you. With proper chiropractic treatment in your corner, scarring will likely fade with time! When left untreated, however, scar tissue develops. Chiropractic adjustments repair microtears while normalizing neck motion also plays a part in diminishing scarring that would eventually develops from scar tissue development – while normalized motion helps muscles to relax more freely as joints start moving in their proper places allowing more mobile muscles in turn increasing mobility within your neck muscles as joint movement occurs in its right place allowing more mobility as joints begin moving in its correct positions allowing more mobility of movement at its joints’ position for greater muscle tone..

Regaining And Expanding Range Of Motion

Loss of neck mobility after an automobile collision can be excruciatingly painful. Neck injuries often limit flexibility; whiplash victims often experience stiffness and neck pain that makes turning your head painfully difficult; chiropractic adjustments, sessions and exercises may be used by your chiropractor to regain mobility that was lost through their accident.

St. Paul Chiropractic Care For Auto Accident Injuries

St. Paul Chiropractic and Natural Medicine Center specializes in treating neck injuries to relieve discomfort while also helping prevent further injury to the body. To schedule an appointment call (651) 644-7207 or email: info@stpaulnaturalhealth.com.

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Emily Catton

Lead Spinal Rehabilitation Specialist

Emily serves as the Lead Spinal Rehabilitation Specialist at St. Paul Chiropractic & Natural Medicine Center, where her exceptional patient care and clinical expertise have made her an invaluable member of our team since August 2017. As our most senior team member, Emily exemplifies the practice’s commitment to compassionate, comprehensive care.

Professional Background

Emily brings a strong academic foundation to her role, having graduated from Winona State University in 2017 with dual Bachelor’s degrees in Movement Science and Psychology. This interdisciplinary education uniquely positions her to understand both the physical and psychological aspects of patient rehabilitation, allowing her to deliver care that addresses the whole person.

Since joining our team, Emily has become an expert in our proprietary treatment protocols. Her advanced training includes certification as a registered Limited Scope X-ray operator, providing her with detailed knowledge of spinal anatomy and pathology that enhances her rehabilitation work.

Olivia

Lead SoftWave Technician Specialist

Olivia brings Southern warmth and exceptional expertise to St. Paul Chiropractic & Natural Medicine Center, where she has been an indispensable team member since 2018. Originally from Georgia, Olivia made Minnesota her home in 2010, establishing roots in East St. Paul and graduating from Johnson Senior High School before pursuing her passion for healing at the Aveda Institute Minneapolis.

With over a decade of experience in therapeutic bodywork, Olivia’s journey began as a certified massage therapist in 2016, quickly distinguishing herself through her remarkable ability to address soft tissue injuries and chronic pain conditions. Her skills and commitment to patient care gained Dr. Chris’s notice, resulting in a lasting professional partnership.

In January 2024, Olivia’s role evolved to Lead SoftWave Technician Specialist, where she skillfully applies Extra-Corporal Shock Wave Therapy to address knee pain, shoulder injuries, and various soft tissue conditions. Her extensive background in massage therapy provides her with an intuitive understanding of the body’s mechanics, allowing her to achieve exceptional results with SoftWave technology.

Olivia is also a key practitioner in our proprietary Spinal Rehabilitation Therapy (S.R.T.) program, working seamlessly alongside Emily to create a therapeutic environment that promotes optimal healing and recovery. Together, they form the backbone of our patient care team, establishing an atmosphere of comfort, trust, and clinical excellence that patients consistently praise.

What truly sets Olivia apart is her genuine compassion and unwavering reliability. She greets every patient with a warm smile, approaches each case with meticulous attention to detail, and consistently demonstrates the perfect balance of technical skill and heartfelt care. Her humble nature belies her exceptional abilities, making her therapeutic presence all the more powerful.

Outside the clinic, Olivia embraces life’s simple joys with her 7-year-old daughter and spouse. She finds renewal through camping adventures, expresses her creativity through drawing, delights in culinary exploration, and soaks up Minnesota’s precious sunshine whenever possible.

We consider ourselves truly blessed to have Olivia as part of our healing community at St. Paul Chiropractic & Natural Medicine Center, where her dedication continues to transform lives daily.

Molly

Office Manager

With over two decades of dedicated patient care experience, Molly brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to her role as Office Manager at St. Paul Chiropractic & Natural Medicine Center.

After graduating from Century College’s Dental Assistant program in 2004, Molly built an impressive career as a Licensed Dental Assistant, developing exceptional skills in patient communication and healthcare administration.

Guided by her personal commitment to holistic wellness, Molly made a transformative career shift in Summer 2023 to align her professional path with her passion for natural health. She earned prestigious certifications from the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Specialist, and Corrective Exercise Specialist—qualifications that provide her with unique insights into the comprehensive care our patients receive.

“What I value most about St. Paul Chiropractic & Natural Medicine Center is our team’s dedication to treating the whole person, not just symptoms,” Molly shares. “Seeing patients progress from pain to wellness is incredibly rewarding.”

As Office Manager, Molly expertly coordinates patient care while ensuring our practice runs smoothly. Her understanding of both administrative excellence and natural healing principles makes her an invaluable bridge between our clinical team and patients.

When not welcoming patients with her warm smile, Molly embraces life as a devoted mother to three daughters. Her personal wellness journey includes strength training and fitness activities—often making these family affairs. An avid home chef, she experiments with nutritious recipes and occasional treats, believing that balance is essential to well-being. In quieter moments, she finds inspiration through reading and creative writing, nurturing her lifelong love of storytelling. Molly’s adventurous spirit also drives her passion for travel and exploring new cultures.

Her philosophy perfectly complements our center’s mission: “True health comes from understanding the body’s natural healing abilities and supporting them through proper care, nutrition, and mindful living.”