After a car accident, pain is not always immediate. Many St. Elmo residents experience stiffness, headaches, or back pain days after a collision. Our clinic provides auto accident–focused chiropractic care for St. Elmo, TN patients, with treatment plans built around the way injuries occur during crashes.
We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach. Every treatment plan is based on your accident, symptoms, and recovery goals
Patients choose our clinic because we focus specifically on car accident and personal injury chiropractic care, not routine adjustments. We take the time to explain findings, outline treatment steps, and monitor progress carefully throughout care.
Our goal is to help you recover safely and confidently, without unnecessary treatments or confusion.
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Even a low-impact collision can disrupt spinal alignment, strain muscles, and irritate nerves. Without proper care, these issues can turn into ongoing pain that interferes with work, sleep, and daily life.
Getting an accurate diagnosis can be one of the most impactful experiences that you can have — especially if you’ve been in search of that answer for a while. We can help you get there.
Your first visit is focused on answers and direction, not guesswork.
We review how the collision occurred, your symptoms, and how they affect daily movement. This helps your chiropractor understand injury patterns commonly associated with auto accidents.
A licensed chiropractor evaluates the spine, joints, and soft tissues for signs of strain, restricted movement, or misalignment related to the accident.
We maintain accurate clinical records of exam findings and progress related to your accident-related injury to support continuity of care and proper documentation.
Based on your evaluation, your chiropractor explains recommended care, expected progression, and goals using clear, straightforward language.
You will leave your first visit knowing exactly what the next steps are.

Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic | Owner, Lookout Valley Chiropractic
Dr. Joshua Wheeler is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic providing evidence-informed care for auto accident and personal injury patients in Chattanooga since 2020. A Summa Cum Laude graduate in Biology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (2015), he earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life West Chiropractic College in 2019. After several years as an associate, Dr. Wheeler became owner of Lookout Valley Chiropractic in January 2025. He uses a range of advanced chiropractic methods proven to support recovery from collision-related trauma, including Diversified, Gonstead, Thompson Drop, Logan Basic, Activator, and Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP). Each treatment plan is tailored based on thorough assessment, functional movement evaluation, and clear patient communication. Dr. Wheeler’s patient-centered approach focuses on safely resolving acute pain and structurally supporting long-term healing so symptoms don’t return. He is an active member of the local community and recognized for building strong patient relationships rooted in trust and results.
Posted on Shawn AnthonyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great staff. I'm able to do things that I couldn't do before.Posted on Claudia CoxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Family like atmosphere! Very professional, accommodating and understanding team.Posted on Tyler HaggardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been going here for a long time. Dr. Wheeler takes his time to listen to your concerns and to get you straightened out. He is doing a great job!Posted on Jason MobleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Let’s just put it this way: This morning I was a crippled mess of a person with 10/10 pain. I could only walk holding a staff like Gandalf. Agony. I left my first appointment walking much better at an 8/10. My return trip (4 hours later)I did not use my staff for walking. After my second appointment today, I am a 4/10 and I don’t need the staff at all. Thank you, Lookout Valley Chiropractic.Posted on Ashley HillTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. He listened to me about where it hurt. And said he was going to help me feel betterPosted on Dwight GambleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A few years ago I was having problems in my right arm because of my C6 and C7 discs were bulging. I was in a lot of pain back then. When I went to see a doctor about it the first thing they said was you need to have surgery. To them that was the only solution. I was already going to another chiropractor and he didn’t seem to help me at all. Kinda like he was just doing the same adjustments and rushing me out the door. So I started looking for another place to go and I found Dr Wheeler at Lookout Valley Chiropractic. On the first visit he assured me that surgery was not even on the table and that he could help me. Each visit with him I got a little better each time and my strength was coming back into my arm. Before him I had really given up hope on getting better. Really glad I found this place. Him and his staff are the best around.Posted on Christen McNabbTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr.Wheeler at Lookout Valley Chiropractic has helped my neck issues so much and also my headaches are gone! Highly recommend!Posted on Jason BlairTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent experience. Friendly and engaged staff with exceptional treatment and therapy options.Posted on John BrownTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fast, clean, friendly, and compassionate.
Even low-impact collisions can place abnormal stress on the spine and soft tissues. Symptoms such as stiffness or headaches may appear days later. A licensed chiropractor can evaluate movement, alignment, and soft-tissue function to determine whether care is appropriate.
Many patients benefit from an evaluation soon after an accident, even if symptoms feel mild. Early assessment helps document findings, identify movement restrictions, and guide next steps based on how the body responds after a collision.
Whiplash commonly affects the neck, shoulders, and surrounding soft tissues. Chiropractic care may focus on restoring movement, reducing muscle tension, and supporting recovery through injury-specific treatment plans based on exam findings.
Yes. Our clinic regularly evaluates and treats patients injured in motor vehicle accidents. We maintain clear clinical documentation and focus on care decisions based on examination findings and patient progress.
All evaluations and care recommendations are provided by a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic based on individual examination findings.