Whiplash

Whiplash is a hyperextension and hyperflexion injury that may cause micro-trauma to the soft tissues in the neck and upper back. The forces to the spine incurred during a car accident may cause the head and neck to suddenly and rapidly move forward, backward, and sideways. Muscles, ligaments, and tendons in the spine may become stretched beyond normal limits causing micro-trauma or small tears in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Symptoms may include pain, burning.

Treatment for whiplash may include a soft cervical collar to help lift some of the skull's weight off tender neck, shoulder and back tissues. The collar helps to immobilize and protect the cervical area during the initial healing stage. In most cases, whiplash is self-limiting. It heals over a four to six week time period. Sometimes whiplash may cause long lasting (chronic) problems of a nonsurgical nature. Rarely does whiplash create a severe disorder requiring surgery.

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Whiplash