Whiplash is a common occurrence if you have been involved in a rear-end collision. Do you think you may have neck strain or whiplash but aren’t sure what to be looking for? Here are common signs that you may be experiencing whiplash.
Common Signs That You May Be Experiencing Whiplash
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Headaches stemming from the base of the skull
- Dizziness and fatigue
- Shoulder pain
- Numbness or tingling in your arms
- Trouble sleeping
- Possible blurred vision, cognition issues, mood changes, etc…
What is whiplash and how is it caused?
Mayo Clinic describes whiplash as a “neck injury due to forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of a whip.” Often the result of a fender-bender, whiplash can also be a sports-related injury or the result of any trauma directly impacting the neck. Also known as a neck sprain, it affects the muscles, joints, discs, and nerves around the neck.
What should I do if I think I have whiplash?
Seeking treatment is instrumental to getting adequate, swift care for whiplash. A chiropractor can assist with gentle realignments of your spine to help your body heal from whiplash. You will want to schedule a consultation with your chiropractor, letting them know all of the symptoms you are experiencing. If your whiplash is the result of an auto accident you might find our last post about seeking chiropractic care after a car accident helpful. Remember, you have 14 days to seek treatment following an auto accident if you want your treatment covered under your Personal Injury Protection plan.
Our team at ProCare Chiropractic and Rehab is skilled in helping patients recover from whiplash or other trauma-related injuries. If you are in the Central Florida, Oviedo area and feel you are experiencing signs of whiplash contact us at 407-359-0047 to make an appointment.
