Whiplash Injuries Learning Center
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Whiplash is when the soft tissues of the neck are injured by a sudden jerking or "whipping" of the head. This type of motion strains the muscles and ligaments of the neck beyond their normal range of motion. |
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Symptoms
You may feel pain and stiffness in your neck for the first few days following a whiplash injury. Then you feel better...
Causes
In addition to car accidents, whiplash can be caused by roller coasters and other amusement park rides, sports injuri...
Tests
Whiplash is a sudden, moderate-to-severe strain affecting the bones, discs, muscles, nerves, or tendons of the neck.
Treatments
Try over-the-counter pain relievers like aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen; For at least 2 to 3 weeks, avoid activ...
Risk Factors
Whiplash is a sudden, moderate-to-severe strain affecting the bones, discs, muscles, nerves, or tendons of the neck.
Complications
Whiplash is a sudden, moderate-to-severe strain affecting the bones, discs, muscles, nerves, or tendons of the neck.
Prevention
Headrests in your car can reduce the severity of neck pain from a car accident. Make sure that the headrest is positi...
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