After diagnosis using physical examination and X-rays (CT scan, and/or  MRI are sometimes also recommended), conventional medical treatments may  involve ice applications, pain and anti-inflammatory  medications, muscle  relaxing medications, and/or physical therapy. A cervical collar may be prescribed  as well.  
              
            The  Chiropractic Alternative 
               
              Because Chiropractic Physicians are uniquely trained in human structure  or biomechanics, they are uniquely qualified to address the structural damage  that occurs in a whiplash injury. While they may use many of the same  diagnostic and treatment tools, the care plan is designed to correct the  underlying damage, not merely to mitigate the symptoms.   
            Relying less on drugs and more on an in-depth knowledge of correct or  normal structural health, the chiropractor will use a series of adjustments and  exercises or physical therapies to relieve symptoms, restore normal alignment  and function, and "retrain" muscles and soft tissue to "hold" the correction  long-term 
           
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