Hello, Jacksonville, Florida. My name is Christopher Renne, D.C. In case you don't know me yet, I am a Chiropractic Physician here in our fine city. I have decided just today to start my very first blog. Though I enjoy many things and have some general knowledge on an eclectic assortment of topics, one that I am certainly an expert in is the topic of automobile related spinal injuries, often called "Whiplash" injuries. 

My team and I have been treating folks hurt in car crashes for a combined total of 53 years so I approach this subject from a somewhat unique perspective. Additionally, I am also a product of my own product, kind of like the Hair Club For Men president, Sy Sperling, who famously introduced himself to the world back in 1990 with this tag line "I'm Sy Sperling, President of the Hair Club For Men. I'm not only the Hair Club President, but I'm also a client". 

You see, I was involved in a rear end automobile collision myself back in 1995 on a six lane Texas Interstate which left me with a permanent spinal disc injury that I continue to receive care for to this day. Difference is, at that time I didn't really know what to do about it and I was not equipped with the resources and knowledge base to potentially keep a minor injury from becoming a serious, life long struggle. My sincere hope is to empower you with information, tools and resources to help you get through any such trauma and smoothly as possible. 

My hope is by starting this blog that will generally focus on the injuries any of us here in Jacksonville, Florida may suffer, YOU will be better able to overcome your injuries and lead a full, active and pain free life. Besides, me and my family live and play here in Jacksonville so I don't want you or your loved ones driving around our streets unable to turn your head enough to see us. Last thing any of us needs is another head, neck or spinal injury. Way too much great stuff to do here in this Brave New City!

So where to start? First thing I suggest is making sure you have your headrest in the front seats of your vehicle elevated high enough so the back of your head touches the middle of the headrest. Those that are set too low can increase the likelihood of injury and cause more severe ligament, muscle or spinal disc injuries than those that are set at the appropriate height. If that is a confusing statement, I understand. Feel free to email me at jacksonvillewhiplash@gmail.com for a photo of what I am trying to illustrate. 

Next, I'd like to mail you a glove box insert that will discuss some of the steps to take in the unfortunate event you have been in a car accident. It is a simple pamphlet sized, two sided handout that you can place in your car, perhaps affixing it to your vehicle registration and a copy of your proof of insurance, so that it will be handy when you need it. This valuable piece of knowledge will give you step by step instructions on what to do, who to call, and how not to jeopardize your physical or event financial health after an accident. 

Finally, I am a strong believer that you should always have a prompt physical examination by a doctor specifically training in the evaluation and management of a whiplash injury. Here in Jacksonville, we are blessed with many fine doctors, whether that be at any of our Emergency Departments of at facilities like mine, Dr. Christopher Renne Jacksonville, Florida Whiplash Specialist, where you can present for care and receive a thorough work-up, possible diagnostic studies, medication and other treatment, that can really benefit you and your aching body. 

Stay tuned for posts that will build on this topic and other health and wellness related topics that I hope will prove beneficial to you, your family and your happiness. Please feel free to email me anytime with questions or suggestions at jacksonvillewhiplash@gmail.com

Humbly, I thank you for your time and attention. Drive safely, Jacksonville!

With Kind Regards,

Dr. Christopher B. Renne
Chiropractic Physician/Whiplash Specialist

Next up: 

The Dangers of texting and driving. Separating the facts and the fiction to help keep our Jacksonville, Florida streets safe from avoidable auto accidents