09/18/2025
Slow-Speed Doesn’t Mean Safe
Even at just 10 mph, a rear-end crash can create enough force to whip your head and neck violently—causing soft tissue injuries, joint misalignments, and long-lasting pain. Most modern car bumpers are designed to withstand damage up to about 15 mph. That protects your car’s bodywork—but not your body. The energy that doesn’t crumple the bumper is transferred through your seat, spine, and neck instead.
Symptoms like headaches, neck stiffness, dizziness, jaw pain, or tingling in the arms often show up hours or days later, even if you felt fine right after the crash.
At Rice Chiropractic & Wellness in Mission Valley, we specialize in post-collision care to catch injuries early and prevent them from becoming chronic. Our gentle, evidence-based treatments can help restore movement, reduce pain, and get you back to living comfortably.
Don’t wait and see. If you’ve been in a crash—even at parking-lot speeds—book an evaluation now at rcwsandiego.com or call our office. Catch it early so it doesn’t become a long-term problem.