02 Dec What Causes Whiplash?

Let’s talk whiplash, or neck injuries that most commonly occur from being rear ended.

Statistics are not always accurate, but they represent something that occurs one way or another. An overwhelming statistic that should not be ignored is for whiplash: 25% of all people who suffer from whiplash, develop short-term and long-term chronic pain. The term ‘whiplash’ is practically synonymous with automobile accidents and while it can occur through sports or falling down the frequency and degree of injuries from whiplash by automobile accidents overwhelm the other occurrences of whiplash.

The term whiplash is commonly used in instances when a vehicle stops too hard or gets hit in the back of the head; while this does count as whiplash it does not mean whiplash is a minor grievance. Cervical spinal injuries are directly associated with more severe cases of whiplash The cervical spine is the section of spine that holds up your skull and allows for neck flexibility. Severe cases of whiplash can even fracture the cervical spine and possibly even damage to the nervous system. While the typical symptoms of whiplash are severe pain and limited neck flexibility a physical therapist can correct this misalignment.

Depending on the severity of the whiplash, a physical therapist can perform anything from an ultrasound, deep tissue massage, or recommend a routine exercise routine and regular check-ups. Lake Country Physical Therapy and Sports Care in Canandaigua has a myriad services and methods of treatment for neck injuries and other maladies. It is always best to make sure your physical therapist is near you, so if you live in or near Canandaigua definitely consider Lake Country Physical Therapy.