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Whiplash Symptoms
Whiplash: Injury to
the neck caused by the sudden movement of the head, backward, forward or
sideways.
 Whiplash
most commonly occurs when the automobile is struck from behind, or else the car
comes to a sudden stop. This causes the head to snap back and the forth, and
this in turn cause the spine to travel beyond its normal limits.
The muscles and
ligaments supporting the spine and may then become torn, and the spinal discs
may bulge, tear, or rupture. The nerve roots in the neck can get stretched and
irritated. There may have been left on the car only slight damage, but the
occupant may nevertheless have suffered extensive damage. Left untreated, the
formation of scar tissue can leave the victim with impaired bodily function for
life.
The consequence
of this damage, besides the pain, are: low back pain, dizziness, blurred vision,
shoulder, arm, and hands pain, as well as headaches. The victim will have
reduced ability to turn and bend.
The chiropractic
approach is to use specific chiropractic adjustments to help return spinal
function. After a thorough case history and examination, the doctor will
recommend a series of visits to help restore proper motion and position of
spinal bones. If caught early enough, inflammation can be reduced and scar
tissue can often be minimized.
Common
Symptoms:
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Neck Pain
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Headaches
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Interscapular Pain
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Back Pain
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Paresthesiae
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Extremity Pain/
Weakness
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Cognitive Difficulties
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Dizziness/
Light-headedness
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TMJ Pain
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Vertigo
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Blurred Vision
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