After a collision—on the road or in life—most men are taught to “tough it out.” In this Mind Over Masculinity episode, Avik Chakraborty talks with Dr. Braxton Nguyen, DC—chiropractor and clinic owner at Access Health Centers (Portland & Beaverton)—about recovering after car accidents and other traumatic hits. We unpack whiplash and nervous-system impacts, the mental load (fear, anxiety, PTSD-like symptoms), why delaying care slows healing, and a practical, evidence-aware plan: acute care, structural rehab, and maintenance. We also cover when to add CBT/exposure therapy, step-by-step driving re-entry, and community s...
After a collision—on the road or in life—most men are taught to “tough it out.” In this Mind Over Masculinity episode, Avik Chakraborty talks with Dr. Braxton Nguyen, DC—chiropractor and clinic owner at Access Health Centers (Portland & Beaverton)—about recovering after car accidents and other traumatic hits. We unpack whiplash and nervous-system impacts, the mental load (fear, anxiety, PTSD-like symptoms), why delaying care slows healing, and a practical, evidence-aware plan: acute care, structural rehab, and maintenance. We also cover when to add CBT/exposure therapy, step-by-step driving re-entry, and community support. If you’re dealing with post-crash pain, stiffness, or spiraling worry, this direct playbook helps you move from “I’m fine” to real recovery.
About the guest:
Dr. Braxton Nguyen, DC is a chiropractor and lifelong student of natural healing. A severe sports injury and long battle with pain meds led him to chiropractic. Today he leads Access Health Centers in Portland and Beaverton, helping patients after auto accidents and with chronic, structural issues using a nervous-system-focused, research-informed approach.
Key takeaways
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Men commonly delay care after accidents due to stigma; early evaluation shortens recovery and reduces long-term complications.
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Post-crash issues are physical and mental: fear, anxiety, defensive driving, and sometimes PTSD-like patterns.
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A clear three-phase plan works: (1) acute relief—reduce pain, inflammation, muscle spasm; (2) structural rehab—restore posture and spinal mechanics; (3) maintenance—protect gains and prevent relapse.
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Nervous-system health influences pain, mood, and resilience; targeted chiropractic adjustments and corrective exercise can support function.
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Practical re-entry lowers anxiety: start as a passenger, drive low-traffic routes, then scale up.
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If fear and intrusive thoughts persist for weeks, add mental-health care (CBT/exposure therapy) and consider peer support groups.
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Lived experience matters: Dr. Nguyen’s journey—from ACL surgery and opioids to natural care—shapes a patient-first, evidence-aware practice (including Chiropractic BioPhysics methods).
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Core message to men: don’t wait; one body, one nervous system—address issues early to reclaim strength and quality of life.
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