Whiplash
When the body is thrown forward, the head has a tendency to snap forward and then backward again. This commonly results in an injury known as whiplash, affecting the soft tissues of the neck. The discomfort can even extend to surrounding muscle groups in your head, chest, shoulders and arms. Patients may experience:
- Decreased range of motion
- Tightness in the neck
- Muscles feeling hard or knotted
- Tenderness
- Headaches at the base of the skull
Although whiplash is often a result of auto accidents, they can also develop from roller coasters, amusement park rides and sports injuries. If you are experiencing whiplash, chiropractic care can help relieve tension and correct misalignments that encourage your overall healing process. I invite patients who have recently been in an auto accident, or think they may be experiencing whiplash, to visit my practice for an evaluation.
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