Whiplash Symptoms
Whiplash is most commonly known to occur from rear or side vehicles accidents but can also be caused by collisions in sports among other activities where there is bodily impacts. Any time you have sudden acceleration and deceleration of the head you can receive a whiplash injury. Whiplash injury is from the hyperextension and hyperflexation of the cervical spine. Symptoms include:
- Upper Back Pain
- Lower Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Numb Sensation
- Stiff Neck
- Vertigo
- Muscle Strains
- Dizziness
- Ringing Ears
- Always Tired
- Difficulty Swallowing
If any of the above symptoms persist for more than 12 weeks or are particularly painful or bothersome, further investigation may be carried out by a Kare Clinic Chiropractor. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans, computed tomography (CT) scans, and electromyography are some of the techniques that are used to pinpoint a particular neck injury.
Many people who have an injury caused by whiplash do not find out the cause of their pain and are diagnosed with a Whiplash-Associated Disorder. Symptoms often resolve themselves quickly and no further treatment is needed.