Citrin Chiropractic

12/10/2025

Why Neck or Back Pain Can Linger After an Auto Accident - Even Months Later
Many people walk away from an auto accident thinking they’re fine-only to discover weeks or even one to two months later that they’ve developed persistent neck pain, back pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility. It’s extremely common for symptoms to appear slowly, and just as common for pain to linger long after the initial collision.
Even a “miner” accident can create micro-tears in soft tissues, joint misalignments, inflammation, and muscular compensation patterns. When these issues go untreated, the result is:
· Chronic stiffness
· Loss of range of motion
· Difficulty turning the head
· Pain that gets worse with daily activities
· Trouble getting comfortable while sleeping
· Headaches or radiating pain into the shoulders or arms
These symptoms rarely resolve on their own. In fact, untreated injuries often become long-term problems.

Why Pain Appears Weeks After an Accident
After a crash, adrenaline and cortisol (the body’s stress hormones) can mask pain for days or weeks. As inflammation settles in and soft-tissue injuries begin to stiffen, the real symptoms begin to surface.
Common post-accident injuries that show up later include:
· Whiplash
· Facet joint irritation
· Spinal misalignment (subluxation)
· Soft tissue strain/sprain
· Disc irritation
These injuries respond extremely well to chiropractic treatment - especially when addressed early.

How Gentle Chiropractic Care Helps You Heal
Chiropractic treatment restores proper movement and alignment to the spine, reduces inflammation, and helps the body heal correctly. At Citrin Chiropractic Center, our approach is gentle, precise, and tailored to each patient, focusing on:
· Restoring mobility
· Reducing muscle spasm and nerve irritation
· Improving alignment for better function
· Relieving pain naturally without medication
· Preventing long-term chronic issues
Most patients experience meaningful improvement in pain, mobility, and sleep comfort within a short period of care.
When the spine moves correctly, the soft tissues can finally heal correctly.

What About Cost? Will Insurance Pay?
If the accident was not your fault, chiropractic treatment is typically covered by:
· The at-fault driver’s insurance
· Medical payments (MedPay) coverage, if applicable
· An attorney lien, if you are represented
You should never have to delay care because of cost concerns. Our office helps verify your benefits and works directly with insurance companies and attorneys, so you can focus on healing-not paperwork.

Don’t Ignore Symptoms - They Rarely Go Away on Their Own
If you’re still experiencing neck or back pain--even weeks or months after a collision—it’s not “normal”. Your body is telling you something is wrong.
A simple evaluation can determine whether chiropractic care can help you recover fully and avoid long-term complications.
Call 314-890-2400 today to schedule a free consultation and find out if your lingering pain can be resolved.
At Citrin Chiropractic Center, we’ve been helping St. Louis auto-injury patients recover naturally and safely for over 45 years. If you’re hurting, we’re here to help.


Doctors--Jeffrey H. Citrin and Jeffrey D. Rutherford

12/10/2025

Why Neck or Back Pain Can Linger After an Auto Accident — Even Months Later

Many people walk away from an auto accident thinking they’re fine—only to discover weeks or even one to two months later that they’ve developed persistent neck pain, back pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility. It’s extremely common for symptoms to appear slowly, and just as common for pain to linger long after the initial collision.

Even a “minor” accident can create micro-tears in soft tissues, joint misalignments, inflammation, and muscular compensation patterns. When these issues go untreated, the result is:

Chronic stiffness

Loss of range of motion

Difficulty turning the head

Pain that gets worse with daily activities

Trouble getting comfortable while sleeping

Headaches or radiating pain into the shoulders or arms

These symptoms rarely resolve on their own. In fact, untreated injuries often become long-term problems.

Why Pain Appears Weeks After an Accident

After a crash, adrenaline and cortisol (the body’s stress hormones) can mask pain for days or weeks. As inflammation settles in and soft-tissue injuries begin to stiffen, the real symptoms begin to surface.

Common post-accident injuries that show up later include:

Whiplash

Facet joint irritation

Spinal misalignment (subluxation)

Soft tissue strain/sprain

Disc irritation

These injuries respond extremely well to chiropractic treatment—especially when addressed early.

How Gentle Chiropractic Care Helps You Heal

Chiropractic treatment restores proper movement and alignment to the spine, reduces inflammation, and helps the body heal correctly. At Citrin Chiropractic Center, our approach is gentle, precise, and tailored to each patient, focusing on:

Restoring mobility

Reducing muscle spasm and nerve irritation

Improving alignment for better function

Relieving pain naturally—without medication

Preventing long-term chronic issues

Most patients experience meaningful improvement in pain, mobility, and sleep comfort within a short period of care.

When the spine moves correctly, the soft tissues can finally heal correctly.

What About Cost? Will Insurance Pay?

If the accident was not your fault, chiropractic treatment is typically covered by:

The at-fault driver’s insurance

Medical payments (MedPay) coverage, if applicable

An attorney lien, if you are represented

You should never have to delay care because of cost concerns. Our office helps verify your benefits and works directly with insurance companies and attorneys so you can focus on healing—not paperwork.

Don’t Ignore Symptoms — They Rarely Go Away on Their Own

If you’re still experiencing neck or back pain—even weeks or months after a collision—it’s not “normal.” Your body is telling you something is wrong.

A simple evaluation can determine whether chiropractic care can help you recover fully and avoid long-term complications.

📞 Call 314-890-2400 today to schedule a free consultation and find out if your lingering pain can be resolved.

At Citrin Chiropractic Center, we’ve been helping St. Louis auto-injury patients recover naturally and safely for over 45 years. If you’re hurting, we’re here to help.

12/01/2025

HEADACHES UPDATE! Marvella has none! Listen to her story.... if you have headaches (or neck pain back pain) you DON'T have to suffer any more. Say goodbye to drugs and pain.... call today to get help. 314-890-2400

11/26/2025

Brief video of my patient- Marvella. She tried drugs- medical doctors. No help. Dr. C helped her (I'm humbled by how great chiropractic works... all credit goes to the Creator- not me). Please repost and help get the word out! Thanks!

04/29/2025

Why You Should See Citrin Chiropractic After an Auto Accident
After an auto accident, even a minor one, your body may experience trauma that isn’t immediately obvious. Whiplash, spinal misalignment, soft tissue damage, and chronic pain often don’t show symptoms until days or even weeks later. That’s why seeing a specialist like Citrin Chiropractic can make a huge difference in your recovery.
Citrin Chiropractic offers expert care tailored specifically for post-accident injuries. Their team understands how the body responds to sudden impacts and is trained to detect and treat hidden injuries before they turn into long-term problems. Whether you're dealing with neck stiffness, back pain, headaches, or decreased mobility, their gentle and effective chiropractic adjustments can help restore proper alignment, reduce inflammation, and promote faster healing.
One of the most compelling reasons to visit Citrin Chiropractic is their focus on holistic healing. Rather than masking pain with medication, they address the root cause of discomfort, helping you feel better naturally. They also work closely with insurance providers and legal teams to ensure your treatment is well-documented, which can be crucial if you’re filing a personal injury claim.
Prompt care after an accident not only speeds up recovery but also prevents minor injuries from becoming major health issues. Don’t wait for pain to settle in—schedule a visit with Citrin Chiropractic and take the first step toward a safe, effective recovery.
Your health matters. Let Citrin Chiropractic help you get back on track—stronger, healthier, and pain-free.
Call us today to schedule your appointment- 314-890-2400. All the best from Citrin Chiropractic Center. Excellence in chiropractic care since 1977.

04/15/2025

Recent trip!

07/15/2024

Help Wanted! I need to hire a chiropractic assistant for my office- Must be fluent in Spanish and English. Hours Monday-Thursday 9-6, Saturdays 9-12. No medical experience necessary- Job starts immediately for the right person. Starting salary: $17 per hour. Call 314-890-2400 and ask for Kim or drop off resume at the office: 10035 Page Avenue Overland, MO Thanks!

03/12/2024

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02/25/2024

02/19/2024

Thanks to my patients and love to help with your needs!