Whiplash Treatment

Whiplash Treatment From Hansen Chiropractic in West Babylon

Whiplash is an injury of the neck. It is caused by a rapid back and forth motion of the neck, similar to that of a cracking whip. Whiplash is also known as a neck sprain or strain.

How Is Whiplash Caused?

Whiplash can be caused in a variety of ways. The most common is being involved in a car accident where the vehicle that you were in was rear-ended. Whiplash can also be caused during a sports accident or through some type of physical abuse or trauma.

What Are the Symptoms of Whiplash?

Whiplash can cause a variety of symptoms. In many cases, the symptoms will begin within 24 hours of the accident. In some rare cases, the symptoms can take longer to begin. The symptoms of whiplash include:

• Neck pain
• Neck stiffness
• Worsening pain when you move your neck
• Reduced range of motion in the neck
• Headaches starting at the base of the skull
• Tenderness or pain in the upper back, shoulders, or arms
• Numbness or tingling in the arms
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• A few less common symptoms include:
• Blurry vision
• Trouble concentrating
• Memory problems
• Depression
• Irritability
• Difficulty sleeping
• Ringing in the ears

Diagnosing Whiplash

A physical exam is the best way to diagnose whiplash. Your doctor may also use x-rays, a CT scan, or an MRI to rule out other conditions that could be causing your neck pain.

Whiplash Treatment

There are a variety of treatments for whiplash. Most doctors will recommend plenty of rest, heat and cold therapy, and you may be required to wear a foam neck collar. Your doctor may also refer you to a chiropractor. A chiropractor will perform joint manipulation that will help ease the pain and improve your range of motion. When combined with regular exercise, chiropractic treatment can be very useful in treating whiplash.

Call Hansen Chiropractic Today!

If you have been in an accident and you are suffering from whiplash, you should make an appointment with Hansen Chiropractic in West Babylon. Our chiropractor will come up with a treatment plan to help with the pain and stiffness. After your first appointment with us, you should start feeling some relief