Any sudden whipping or jerking motion of the neck and head in any direction is considered as Whiplash! Usually the head and neck will recoil very quickly in the opposite direction.

The most common cause of Whiplash? CAR ACCIDENTS!

Varied physical injuries may result: trauma to arteries and nerves; dislocated or broken bones; strained or torn muscles and ligaments; damage to the spine and spinal cord. The effects of whiplash may be realized immediately or it could take several hours or even days!

Ligaments may heal with pain disappearance or if the soft tissues or joints don’t heal, the pain will probably continue.

Here are some symptoms of whiplash: dizziness or general achiness; headache, shoulder or arm pain; visual disturbances and anxiety; sore throat and trouble swallowing; swelling or tenderness in the neck; nausea and vomiting; jaw pain and stiffness.

If whiplash injuries remain untreated, long term, chronic problems may develop.

Dr. Schuler has advanced training in Whiplash Injuries so call today to start the healing process following an auto accident.